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EPISODE · Jun 29, 2026 · 23 MIN

Episode 281: Are you misusing Zepbound without even realizing it?

from The Diet Diaries · host Jordana Edelstein

A lot of conversations about GLP-1s focus on food noise, appetite, and weight loss.But there's another side of this that almost nobody is talking about.What happens when these medications suddenly give you the freedom to eat foods you've been afraid of your entire life?For women who have spent decades dieting, restricting, and trying to control their eating, that freedom can feel incredible. But it can also create some unintended consequences.In this episode, I'm talking about:* Why some women start relying on the medication's "guardrails" more than their own skills* Why medication can lower food noise but can't make food choices for you* The disordered eating patterns that can quietly creep back inWhether you're on a GLP-1, considering one, or simply curious about all the buzz  around these medications, this episode will give you a different lens to think about food, weight loss, and what sustainable change really requires.Connect with JordanaFind me on InstagramSign up for my weekly letter with personal stories and nutrition, body image and mindset tipsSchedule a free discovery call to talk more about working together Listen to more episodes of The Diet Diaries

A lot of conversations about GLP-1s focus on food noise, appetite, and weight loss. But there's another side of this that almost nobody is talking about. What happens when these medications suddenly give you the freedom to eat foods you've been afraid of your entire life? For women who have spent decades dieting, restricting, and trying to control their eating, that freedom can feel incredible. But it can also create some unintended consequences. In this episode, I'm talking about: * Why...

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