Ep 36 Kate Lane on Dietetics and Eating Disorders

In this episode, I'm joined by Kate Lane, Accredited Practising Dietitian, Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician, and specialist in the crossover between nutrition, mental health and gut health. With a background in dietetics, counselling, and the biopsychosocial model of care, Kate brings a compassionate and evidence-based approach to eating disorders and Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction. We'll explore the role of dietitians in eating disorder treatment, how they work within multidisciplinary teams, and the common misconceptions about recovery and nutrition. Kate shares insights into restrictive eating, bingeing, orthorexia, emotional eating, and how body image, social media, and gut health influence behaviour. We also discuss practical strategies for patients and families from meal support and structure to rebuilding a healthy relationship with food and what true recovery looks like in the long term. Whether you're a clinician, carer, or someone navigating disordered eating yourself, this episode offers compassionate, practical and deeply human insights into food, body and healing. Please enjoy my conversation with Kate Lane.