Welcome back to Rebuilding Trust With Your Body

When most people hear “high cholesterol,” they immediately think of cutting out eggs, skipping butter, or logging every bite in a calorie tracker. But what if that’s not the only path to better heart health? In this episode of Rebuilding Trust With Your Body, Katy opens up about her own experience of being diagnosed with high cholesterol as a dietitian and intuitive eater. 

She shares what has (and hasn’t) worked for her, how she’s learned to navigate the fear and shame that can come with medical diagnoses, and the mindset shifts that help her stay grounded in health without slipping back into diet culture.

Here’s what we’re diving into:

• What Katy could have done in reaction to her labs, and why she didn’t
• How she’s currently managing her cholesterol with gentle, flexible nutrition
• Specific strategies she’s using (like fiber, movement, and stress support)
• Why mindset is just as important as meals when it comes to health
• How to stay grounded in intuitive eating even with a medical diagnosis
• Reframing shame and fear into curiosity and empowered care
• What Katy wants you to know if you’re navigating your own health concern

Wellness Woo of the Week: Wellness Shots

In this week’s segment of Wellness Woo, Katy unpacks the trend of “wellness shots”, those pricey little juice vials promising everything from immunity boosts to inflammation relief. 

She explores what’s actually in them, what the evidence says (or doesn’t), and why they may be more marketing gimmick than miracle cure. Her verdict? You’re better off eating real fruits and veggies and saving your money for things that actually support your health.

Health Without Restriction Is Possible

If you’re navigating a health diagnosis or facing confusing lab results, know this: you are allowed to care for your health without abandoning your relationship with food, or yourself. You’re not failing if you don’t get it perfect. You’re human, and you’re learning how to partner with your body in a new way. 

Let this episode remind you that gentle nutrition, flexibility, and self-compassion are not just valid paths to health, they’re powerful ones. You’re doing great work, and you’re worthy of care no matter where your numbers fall.

Resources Mentioned:

• Click here to take my free 2-minute quiz to Discover Your Unique Path to Food Freedom!
• Register (for free) for the 3-day video series happening July 16-18
• Intuitive eating education on the blog
• Work with Katy
• Explore the self-paced mini-course Stepping Off The Dieting Rollercoaster

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