Truth Based Nutrition

About Truth Based Nutrition

Truth Based Nutrition is the podcast you've been looking for to break free from diet culture and heal their relationship with food and body-through real conversations. Hosted by Liesel Maddox, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and business owner, this show dives deep into intuitive eating, recovery, and embracing God’s good design for food and your body. Join Liesel as she shares the real nutrition science truth along with God's truth for food freedom.

Publisher

Liesel Maddox

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Apr 2025

Latest episode

8 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

27 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Sept 2026

   26. How Much Protein Do You Actually Need?

   Protein is everywhere right now, but how much do we actually need, and when does focusing on protein become too much? In this episode, we break down the science behind protein, what it actually does in the body, and why more isn’t always better. We also explore common protein myths, the importance of getting enough carbohydrates and dietary fat, and how an over-focus on protein can sometimes reinforce rigid food rules, especially during eating disorder recovery. In this episode, you’ll hear about… What protein actually does in the body beyond building muscle How much protein most adults generally need and why MORE isn’t always better Why carbohydrates and fats are just as important as protein for nourishment How the “protein everything” trend can create unnecessary pressure around food Common protein myths, including whether you need protein at every meal or snack Why protein can become a “safe food” during eating disorder recovery How to approach protein with more balance, flexibility, and freedom instead of obsession and tracking Keywords: protein, nutrition, diet culture, eating disorder recovery, macronutrients, health, balance, myths, science, faith Chapters 00:00 Understanding Protein: The Basics 06:12 How Much Protein Do You Really Need? 12:30 The Myths and Misconceptions of Protein 19:23 Balancing Macronutrients: Carbs, Proteins, and Fats 28:00 Navigating Protein in Recovery and Eating Disorders 42:32 Practical Tips for Protein Intake Don’t forget to hit subscribe, rate, and review the show to help reach more people with the message of food freedom! Work with a Christian food freedom dietitian + use your health insurance: https://maddoxnutrition.co/ (https://maddoxnutrition.co/) Heal with food at your own pace: Purchase the Truth Based Nutrition Self-Paced Course https://maddoxnutrition.co/course (https://maddoxnutrition.co/course)

2. 

   12 Aug 2026

   25. Answering Parents' Biggest Questions About Eating Disorder Recovery with Natalie Wilson, RDN, CEDS-C

   In this episode, you'll hear about family-based treatment (FBT) and how parents can play a powerful role in supporting a child or adolescent through eating disorder recovery. You'll get a practical look at what FBT actually involves, what parents can expect throughout the process, and how the dietitian fits into a treatment team. Joining us is Natalie, an eating disorder dietitian who specializes in eating disorder care and family-based treatment. Natalie earned her Bachelor of Science in General Dietetics from California State University, Chico, completed her dietetic internship at Southern Regional Medical Center, and has experience working across a variety of clinical settings, including an eating disorder treatment center. In this episode, you'll hear about: What family-based treatment (FBT) is and why it can be so effective for adolescent eating disorder recovery. How parents can take an active role in their child’s nourishment and recovery. The three phases of FBT The dietitian’s role in FBT beyond creating meal plans. What to do when a child refuses food or tries to negotiate during meals. How parents can navigate emotional and challenging mealtimes with confidence and compassion. How families can build a support network when parents cannot supervise every meal. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to FBT and its importance 06:06 What is family-based treatment (FBT)? 11:22 Age ranges and applicability of FBT 13:43 Shifting views on blame in FBT 16:33 The phases of manualized FBT 22:25 The dietitian's role in FBT 29:49 Common parent questions and expert answers 42:11 Supporting family communication and beliefs 45:34 Faith-based support and encouragement 46:06 Myth busting: Recovery speed and full recovery Don’t forget to hit subscribe, rate, and review the show to help reach more people with the message of food freedom! Work with a Christian food freedom dietitian + use your health insurance: https://maddoxnutrition.co/ (https://maddoxnutrition.co/) Heal with food at your own pace: Purchase the Truth Based Nutrition Self-Paced Course https://maddoxnutrition.co/course (https://maddoxnutrition.co/course) Resources: For parents and families looking to learn more about FBT, Natalie recommends watching Eva Musby (https://www.youtube.com/@EvaMusby)'s educational videos, which provide practical information and support for families navigating eating disorder recovery. Want to work with Natalie? If you're a parent supporting a child through eating disorder recovery, or you're looking for individualized nutrition support, you can book a session or consultation with her here: Book a session with Natalie (https://maddoxnutritionllc.practicebetter.io/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#/63fa4a51c63ea2779c318aa7/bookings?r=692e1caa49744dfbdfd12739&step=services) Learn more about Natalie: https://maddoxnutrition.co/meet-natalie (https://maddoxnutrition.co/meet-natalie) Dietitians and eating disorder professionals: If you're looking to grow your confidence and skills in eating disorder care, Natalie also offers professional consultation for dietitians: Professional Consultation Group (https://maddoxnutrition.co/professional-consultation-for-dietitians)

3. 

   15 Jul 2026

   24. What Is the Connection Between Eating Disorders, Body Image Issues, and Identity With Chrissy Kirkman

   What does it mean to truly find your identity in Christ instead of your body? In this episode, Chrissy shares her personal journey from years of body image struggles and disordered eating to leading a ministry that helps women discover lasting freedom through Jesus Christ. As the Executive Director of FINDINGbalance®, the world's leading Christ-centered nonprofit ministry supporting women with eating disorders and food and body image challenges since 2002, and host of the Old School Food Freedom podcast, Chrissy offers both personal insight and biblical encouragement for those seeking healing.Keywords: eating disorders, body image, faith-based approach, Christian recovery, identity in Christ, diet culture, spiritual healing, Finding Balance, food freedom In this episode, you'll hear about... Why lasting freedom begins with finding your identity in Christ, and not your body, weight, or appearance How diet culture subtly influences the way we think about ourselves, even within Christian communities Common identity lies that fuel food and body image struggles Why simply changing eating habits isn't enough for lasting healing without renewing your mind How to recognize when you're believing cultural messages instead of God's truth Practical ways to replace shame and self-criticism with grace, Scripture, and Christ-centered thinking Chapters 00:00 Introduction and guest background 00:29 Chrissy's journey with body image and faith 01:20 Understanding identity in Christ 02:21 Common lies about body size and worth 03:43 The role of scripture in recovery 04:37 God’s truth versus cultural lies 06:03 Chrissy’s calling to lead in recovery 07:38 The importance of community in healing 09:03 Resources offered by Finding Balance 10:25 Defining identity from a Christian perspective 12:19 Believing and living out God's truth 15:56 Common identity lies in disordered eating 18:50 Misuse of scripture in diet culture 21:04 The church’s role in reinforcing lies 25:26 Scriptures that affirm our identity in Christ 36:33 Living out identity in practice 42:31 Powerful scriptures for recovery 50:15 Practical steps to renew your mind 55:01 The importance of community and support 58:21 Final encouragement and resources Don’t forget to hit subscribe, rate, and review the show to help reach more people with the message of food freedom! Work with a Christian food freedom dietitian + use your health insurance: https://maddoxnutrition.co/ (https://maddoxnutrition.co/) Heal with food at your own pace: Purchase the Truth Based Nutrition Self-Paced Course https://maddoxnutrition.co/course (https://maddoxnutrition.co/course) 1. Old School Food Freedom Podcast: The Enemy Lies About Body Size But Truth Leads to Freedom (https://www.findingbalance.com/podcast-episodes/the-enemy-lies-about-body-size-but-truth-leads-to-freedom?rq=lies) 2. FINDINGbalance.com (https://www.findingbalance.com/) 3. Old School Food Freedom podcast (https://www.findingbalance.com/podcast) 4. Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/findingbalanceofficial/) 5. Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nonprofitpage.findingbalance.inc) 6. Eating Issues Check-In (https://eating-issues-check-in.netlify.app/) a. Unsure if food and body struggles are affecting you? Take a moment to check in. 7. The Daily Vitamin eDevo (https://www.findingbalance.com/the-daily-vitamin-edevo) a. A free devotional with bite-sized truth delivered to your inbox 5 days a week. 8. Hello, Freedom! Community (https://www.findingbalance.com/community) a. A safe space for women to walk toward freedom from eating disorders and other food and body image struggles in Christ-centered community. 9. Prayer Groups (https://www.findingbalance.com/prayer-support) a. Prayer groups to help you find hope and connection. 10. Christian Treatment Finder (https://cedcn.org/) a. Connecting you with Christian providers experienced in treating eating issues.

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 14 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

7

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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