In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I chat with Dr Jess Knurick about pregnancy nutrition in an age of diet culture. We’re discussing: safe and unsafe foods for pregnancy, how diet quality impacts baby’s health, “cheating” the glucose tolerance test, “ toxins” in baby food, weight gain and more!
In todays episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I chat with Dr Jessica Knurick, a fellow registered dietitian who specializes in pregnancy nutrition with a PhD in physical activity, nutrition and wellness. We will be discussing how diet culture and wellness culture loves to pray on pregnant people. We will chat about the actual impact of mom’s diet during pregnancy on baby’s health and development, and which foods you should absolutely avoid vs which are a risk/benefit analysis. We will be debunking myths around the glucose tolerance test and so called “toxins” in baby formula (and Jess will explain why they include sugar and seed oils). And we will chat about when to be concerned about pregnancy weight gain, and tips for making peace with your changing body and food.
Note: This episode includes exclusive woman language, but we acknowledge that not everyone who is a mother or experiences pregnancy identify as a woman.
Check in with today’s amazing guest: Dr. Jessica Knurick
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Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider.
If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com.