Dr. Marianne-Land: An Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast

Have you ever been told you’re “too much”? Too sensitive, too emotional, too everything? 😣 Let’s flip that script. You’re not too much—you’re a human with real needs. 💖

In eating disorder recovery, asking for what you need can feel scary, awkward, or downright impossible—especially if you’re neurodivergent, a people-pleaser, or grew up hearing that your needs were “too big.” 🚫 But guess what? Boundaries are not selfish. Advocati...

Let’s be real: there’s nothing atypical about “atypical anorexia.” In fact, it’s one of the most common eating disorder presentations—and yet it’s still misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and too often ignored. In this episode, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian and eating disorder specialist Emma Townsin (@food.life.freedom) to break down what atypical anorexia actually is, why the name is a problem, and how weight stigma keeps so many ...

What’s it really like to have lived experience with both bulimia and binge eating disorder (BED)? In this powerful episode, Dr. Marianne is joined by Registered Nutritional Practitioner Milda Zolubaite (@nutrition.path), who specializes in working with eating disorders. She shares her personal story of navigating life with co-occurring bulimia and BED. From the emotional chaos of swinging between restriction and compu...

Why do so many traditional ARFID treatments feel like they’re missing the mark? (Spoiler: they kind of are.)

In this solo episode, Dr. Marianne breaks down the real-life complexities of treating ARFID—especially when neurodivergence, sensory overwhelm, and nervous system shutdown are part of the picture. If you’ve ever felt like “just try a bite” isn’t cutting it, you’re not imagining things.

We’re talking about a different way for...

Ever felt like recovery is just... a lot? Like your brain and body are turning the volume all the way up—on hunger, on emotions, on body awareness—and you can’t find the damn volume knob? You’re not alone. In this solo episode, we’re talking about what it means when recovery feels overstimulating, especially for folks who are neurodivergent or sensitive to sensory input. I’ll walk you through how our nervous systems process all thi...

Let’s talk real about kidney-friendly diets—without the fear-mongering. In this episode, Dr. Marianne welcomes Vanessa Connelly, RD (@grainandgreen.kidneys), for a candid conversation about what it actually means to eat in a kidney-supportive way—without triggering disordered eating patterns. Vanessa shares how she helps folks navigate complex medical nutrition guidance with compassion, nuance, and zero shame. Whether you’re living...

Food is supposed to sustain us—but when you’re chronically ill, even the act of eating can feel like an uphill battle. I’ve lived with chronic back pain for 21 years, and I know firsthand how pain, fatigue, and unpredictable symptoms can completely reshape your relationship with food. In this solo episode, I’m diving into the emotional, physical, and psychological toll of eating while managing chronic conditions like fibromyalgia, ...

Perimenopause: the hormonal plot twist no one warned us about. But did you know it can shake up your gut health and your relationship with food? In this episode, I’m joined by Marcelle Rose (@marcellerosenutrition), a Registered Nutritional Therapist and author of who’s here to break down how gut changes during perimenopause can show up in sneaky ways—and how that connects with eating disorders and recovery. We’re talking bloat, br...

Ever feel like you’re starring in a one-person play called Totally Fine, I Swear? Masking in recovery is real—faking confidence around food, forcing yourself to eat like everyone else, or pretending things aren’t harder than they actually are. And for neurodivergent folks, masking isn’t just a habit—it’s survival. Many autistic and ADHDers learn early on to camouflage their struggles, and that absolutely carries over into eating di...

If you’re on a GLP-1 medication, you might have noticed that hunger isn’t showing up the way it used to. But just because your appetite has hit the snooze button doesn’t mean your body doesn’t need nourishment! So how do you make sure you're getting enough food when eating feels more like a chore than a craving?

In this episode, I’m joined by Maria Mendoza, RD (@mendoza.nutrition), to talk all things GLP-1 and nutrition. We’re divi...

Is it "clean eating" or low-key restriction? A self-care routine or just a new way to obsess over food? In this solo episode, I’m unpacking the sneaky ways disordered eating hides in wellness culture — from elimination diets to gut health trends and everything in between.

If you've ever found yourself wondering, "Is this actually good for me, or am I just chasing control?" — this one’s for you.

We’ll explore: ✨ How diet culture thr...

🎙️ Ready to unlearn everything diet culture taught you about binge eating and reclaim your joy? In this episode, I'm joined by Sophia Apostol, coach and creator of @fatjoy.life, to talk about what true body liberation looks like after binge eating disorder recovery.

We explore how shame and restriction keep us stuck, what it really means to trust your body, and how Sophia found freedom through radical self-compassion and fat joy. ...

Diet culture isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience—each generation has been shaped by different messaging, trends, and fears around food and bodies. In this episode, I’m breaking down how Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z have been uniquely impacted by shifting diet culture narratives.

From the low-fat craze and calorie counting of Gen X to Millennials’ obsession with "clean eating" and wellness, and Gen Z’s complicated relationship wit...

What exactly is Family-Based Treatment (FBT) for anorexia, and how does it work in real life? In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly McCullough, LCSW (@mytherapistkelly) to break down the Maudsley Model—an evidence-based approach that puts parents in the driver’s seat of their child’s recovery. We unpack the core principles of FBT, the challenges families face, and what makes this method so effective. Whether you're new to FBT or...

Ever felt like the “just stop bingeing” advice doesn’t quite fit? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m unpacking why the Brain Over Binge approach—popular in some eating disorder recovery spaces—might not work for you. We’ll talk about the complexities of binge eating, the role of neurodivergence, trauma, and emotional regulation, and why bingeing isn’t just a “bad habit” to break. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by recovery a...

Doctors are supposed to help—but what happens when medical professionals do harm instead? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Asher Larmie @thefatdoctor. Asher is a fat activist, GP, and outspoken advocate against medical weight stigma. We discuss how weight bias in healthcare fuels eating disorders, the harm caused by weight-centric medicine, and what needs to change. Asher shares his perspective on pushing back against anti-...

What happens when trauma reshapes our relationship with food? Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) isn’t just about what happened in the past—it’s about how our bodies and minds continue to navigate safety, survival, and self-worth. In this episode, I’m unpacking the deep connections between C-PTSD and eating disorders, exploring why food can feel like both comfort and conflict, and how survival instincts shape our hunger cues. If you’ve ever fel...

Struggling to understand how satiety and gut health play a role in eating disorder recovery? In this episode, I’m joined by Kim Rose, RD (@the.bloodsugar.nutritionist), to unpack the science behind feeling full, why gut health matters, and how both can support a more peaceful relationship with food. Kim brings her expertise in nutrition to break down myths, offer practical insights, and explore how these factors intersect with ...

Struggling with rigid food rules, overwhelming food-related anxiety, or feeling stuck in repetitive eating patterns? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re unpacking the deep connections between OCD and eating disorders—how obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and fear-driven rituals can shape a person’s relationship with food. I’ll explore why these patterns develop, how they differ from general disordered eating, and what ...