Ep 22: New Dietary Guidelines Miss the Mark for Eating Disorder Care

✨ Episode Summary: Welcome back for Season 2 of Stop, Collaborate, and Listen! In this episode, we talk with our RD boss and favorite voice of reason, Lauren Rieker. And today’s episode is… a little spicier than usual. We’re talking about the new Dietary Guidelines that are being marketed as revolutionary… but in reality are confusing, misleading, and honestly kind of dangerous. In this conversation, we break down why these so-called “revolutionary” guidelines miss the mark—especially for folks with eating disorders. We dig into what’s misleading, what’s not actually backed by solid science, and how ranking or moralizing foods can do real harm. 🧰 Takeaways:The new dietary guidelines are marketed as revolutionary but are confusing and misleading.The emphasis on protein and animal foods in the new pyramid raises health concerns.Food insecurity and other social determinants of health are ignored.The guidelines may exacerbate fears around carbohydrates and processed foods, especially for those with eating disorders.The guidelines ignore decades of nutritional science and evidence-based recommendations.Ultimately, we’re advocating for nuance, context, and a more inclusive, balanced way of thinking about food.📚 Resources & Mentions:South Park Style AnnouncementNew Food Pyramid WebsitePlate by Plate Approach IG🎧 Rate & Review:If you loved this episode, share it with a friend and leave us a 5-star review — it really helps us reach more folks!🔗 Connect With Us:Website: https://www.collab-counseling.com/IG: @collab.counseling