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The Full of Beans PodcastAuthor: Hannah Hickinbotham
Full of Beans Podcast: Sharing the Unheard Voices in Eating DisordersEating disorders are complex, often misunderstood, and wrapped in layers of stigma. Thats why Full of Beans is here - to open up the conversation and foster understanding through real, raw, and research-backed discussions.Hosted by Han, founder of Full of Beans and passionate mental health advocate, this podcast explores eating disorders through the lens of lived experience, clinical expertise, and the latest research. Each week, Han sits down with guests, including individuals with firsthand experiences, clinicians, researchers, and charities, who all share one goal: to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions, and support those affected by eating disorders.With a mix of heartfelt stories and professional insights, Full of Beans is a space for education, advocacy, and connection. Whether you're navigating your own eating disorder journey, supporting a loved one, or working in the mental health field, this podcast is here to provide knowledge, compassion, and hope.Join us in creating a community where eating disorders are understood, and no one feels alone in their struggles.(Please note: This podcast is for awareness and education purposes and is not a substitute for professional therapeutic support.) Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Personal Journals, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Navigating Menopause and Cultivating Positive Body Image with Sophie Temple
Episode 216
Thursday, 8 May, 2025
In this week's episode, Han is joined by Sophie Temple. Sophie is a final-year Doctoral Researcher specialising in eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image (including body dissatisfaction and body appreciation) during the menopausal transition. My research focuses on how menopausal quality of life impacts these factors, utilising both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.We discuss:Sophie PhD research on body image, disordered eating, and menopause.The surprising gap in eating disorder research in midlife.How menopause impacts women’s confidence, identity at work and hormones.Body dissatisfaction, weight gain and the role of HRT and diet culture. How to develop stronger body appreciation through movement and community.Navigating menopause as a chance to reclaim autonomy and joy.The impact of growing up with diet culture in previous generations.Sophie's vision for more accessible, positive menopause support.How self-awareness, connection, and authenticity can buffer difficult transitions.Timestamps:⏱️ [03:20] Exploring Why Menopause is Under-Researched⏱️ [06:00] The impact of hormones, hot flushes & workplace stigma ⏱️ [09:00] The link between hormones and disordered eating ⏱️ [12:00] The role of hormones in body shape change ⏱️ [14:45] The impact of diet culture and fear of weight gain in menopause ⏱️ [19:00] The benefits of body appreciation in menopause ⏱️ [23:40] The power of redefining your identity during menopause ⏱️ [26:00] The development of body image perspectives between generations ⏱️ [33:10] Advice for women approaching menopause Trigger Warning: This episode discusses disordered eating, body image dissatisfaction and menopausal symptoms. Resources: First Steps EDConnect with Us:🎙️ Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast here📲 Follow Full of Beans on Instagram here💬 Connect with Sophie on LinkedIn here ✍🏻 Read our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!✨ Don’t forget to share this episode with someone who might need it! ✨
