S2E9 Why Do We Demonize Carbs? x Juice Cleanses x Ozempic x Colonics with Dietician Samina Qureshi

This week, we’re talking about trends in diet culture, rebranded as wellness.The Taboo(s)We’re unpacking why bloating isn’t a problem to fix, how colonics and cleanses became “wellness” scams, and why carbs, not restriction, are what your gut actually needs.Links + Resources* 5 Ways to Avoid IBS Flares* Samina’s website* Work with Samina* Follow Samina on Instagram @ inclusive.ibs.dieticianThe Guest ExpertSamina Qureshi is a Registered Dietitian of 10+ years and the founder of her weight-inclusive GI nutrition and communications practice, Wholesome Start, LLC. She specializes in helping people find balance with food and gain relief from gastrointestinal (GI) disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) without rigid diets, guilt, or shame.Samina encourages her clients and community to embrace their cultural foods and traditions, recognizing the importance of food as a source of nourishment, connection, and joy. Through her work, she also partners with companies that align with her core values, has created educational presentations for health-focused conferences, and has been featured in local television shows, social media, podcasts, online articles, and print publications.Key Takeaways* Bloating isn’t a flaw — it’s physiology. Your stomach expanding throughout the day is a normal part of digestion, not a sign that your gut is “broken.” Instead of trying to “fix” it with cleanses or colonics, wear clothes that fit your body, not the other way around.* Restriction isn’t wellness — nourishment is. Cutting carbs, doing juice cleanses, or following extreme diets might feel virtuous, but they often under-fuel your brain and gut. Carbs and fiber are essential for energy, mood, and healthy digestion. You can’t heal a starved gut with more restriction.Time Stamps* 4:31 | What is diet culture?* 7:35 | GLP-1s* 11:18 | The fear of carbs* 13:39 | Bloating* 19:03 | Cleanses and detoxes* 20:42 | Juicing and juice cleanses* 24:48 | Colonics* 28:35| Pre- and probiotics* 32:30 | The carnivore diet This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit micahlarsen.substack.com