Nourished & Free: The Podcast

WOW Yates Nutrition, LLC has officially been established for 5 years! I AM SO BLESSED.

Seems like a great time to (potentially) roast myself and see what past clients (those who have been on their own after working with me for at least 6 months) have to say about me. I took peeks here and there at what the responses were saying, but this is the first time I'm sitting down after the last wave of responders and seeing the fi...

Today I’m joined by my former client and licensed therapist Julianne — who brings the perfect mix of clinical wisdom and “yep, I’ve been there” energy to this conversation. She gets honest about what brought her to Nourished & Free® in the first place — think postpartum chaos, generational baggage, medical trauma, and some real mixed signals from both church and culture about what her body “should” be.

We get into the messy, oft...

Your Chiropractor’s Not Gonna Love This Episode 😬 

I sat down with Trevor Zierke, DC, a disillusioned chiropractor who has a LOT of dirt to share on his field. We dig into the wild world of chiropractic care, from sketchy X-ray sales tactics and essential oil upsells to why some chiropractors think they can cure literally anything with a back crack.

We talk red flags (like telling you they can fix your PCOS), green flags (like knowi...

You ever find yourself eating stale chips, freezer-burned ice cream, or the kid’s hairy granola bars and think:

“This isn’t even good… so WHY am I still eating it?”

Yep. Welcome to the club — where your taste buds are unimpressed but your brain is apparently hosting a food rave anyway.

In today’s episode of Nourished & Free®: The Podcast, we’re unpacking one of the most confusing parts of binge eating:
👉 Why you sometimes bi...

I'm excited to share that I'm taking a break for maternity leave 🤰🏻 

There won't be new podcast episodes for a bit, so I encourage you to check out my extensive archive of episodes. You can also dive into my free new mini-course on binge eating—you might find it helpful!

Your support means the world to me, and I can't wait to return with fresh content!

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BRAND NEW MINI-COURSE to stop binge eatin...

Tired of feeling like you're not enough because of your body? It's time for a change.

In this episode, I chat with our very own body image coach Dani Durazo, a mental health counselor who helps people ditch their body hate and build a loving relationship with themselves. Dani works alongside me inside of our signature program, Nourished & Free®, and I can't wait for you to get to know her in this episode!

We dive i...

Are you tired of the diet rollercoaster? 🎢 In this episode, I'm joined by Riley, a former client who shares her powerful journey of healing her relationship with food and body image 1 whole year after graduating Nourished & Free (the program).

Riley candidly discusses how years of competitive dance and restrictive diets left her feeling trapped and disconnected from her body. But through N&F, she learned to rediscover ...

Are you tired of the endless cycle of dieting and bingeing? 2025 is your year to break free! As a registered dietitian, I’ve seen firsthand how a positive mindset and the right support can transform your relationship with food.

In this episode, I share practical tips on how to shift your mindset around food and why working with a qualified professional can be a game-changer. I also explore the power of community and how connecting w...

Sick of the diet-binge cycle? Are you looking for ways you can escape? Then this series is for you!

In part 2, I discuss two more ways you can break free. I tackle tough topics like food addiction, clear up common diet myths (especially those pesky carb ones), and becoming a student of yourself.

By the end, you'll have the tools to transform your relationship with food and live a nourished and free life.

Don't forget to tune...

Tired of the endless cycle of dieting and bingeing? You're not alone. Many people struggle with this yo-yo pattern, feeling trapped in a cycle of restriction and overindulgence. But you don't have to be a victim of this cycle. There is a way out, and it starts with understanding the root causes of your behavior. 

In this episode, I examine two ways to break free, from resisting the urge to start another restrictive diet as...

RFK Jr. has been making waves with his controversial nutrition and public health claims. His ideas have sparked heated debates, from the impact of fluoride in our water to the dangers of seed oils. I examine the science behind these claims in this episode, separating fact from fiction.

I tackle some of the most contentious topics, like the risk of consuming raw milk. Is the fear-mongering justified? I break it down and explore the r...

Is your period irregular? Maybe it's been for a few months or possibly for years. Whether you're looking for ways to restore balance in your menstrual cycle, want to understand why this is happening to your body, or are looking to take the next steps to support your fertility journey, this episode has the answers for you.

Join us as we chat with the incredible Lindsey Lusson, a registered dietitian specializing in period r...

Have you ever wondered WHY strength training is so important? Is it superior to other types of exercise? Dr. Joey Muñoz, a leading fitness coach and educator, is explaining the science, benefits and potential risks of strength training.

Lifting heavy weights might seem a little intimidating, especially if you're more used to cardio. But today, I wanted to bring Dr. Joey on to show you why strength training can positively impact...

🤔 Is gluten really as harmful as some claim? As a Registered Dietitian, I’m here to clarify those myths and help you navigate your relationship with gluten!

With gluten being demonized online and every health coach suggesting you cut it from your diet, do their claims really have any proof? Will gluten increase disease risks? Is eating gluten giving you brain fog? And what if you switch to gluten-free foods? Are they really any bet...

Almost every time that someone comes to me looking for help with their binge eating, they tell me, ‘They've tried everything’. And in the end, the problem has only gotten worse. 

You may be struggling like this, too, wondering why everything you try and do to help your situation never truly gets better.

After working with many clients and digging into it, I’ve teased out what I feel are the top five things that almost everyone w...

"I just want to eat like a normal person"

This is what women who struggle with a toxic relationship with food often say... and who can blame them!? Struggling with your relationship with food SUCKS and it adds an unnecessary burden to one's life. It's completely reasonable for someone to want normalcy in their life when they haven't experienced it for years, maybe even decades.

So how do we reach this fantasy...

Have you heard or seen anything about the carnivore diet lately? It's been making waves in the health and wellness world, but is it really all it's cracked up to be?

Whether you're considering the carnivore diet or simply curious about its popularity, this episode offers a balanced and informative perspective. Discover the truth behind the claims, learn about the potential long-term consequences, and gain insights fro...

What does life look like 1 year after healing your relationship with food? Wendy's giving us the insider look and sharing with us the lessons she's learned along the way.

If you're tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling out of control around food, you'll love Wendy's story. She shares her incredible journey to food freedom, reflecting on her experience since graduating from my Nourished & Free program. 

Hear ...

Does it seem like ALL you ever crave is sweets?

The advice of “listen to your body” might feel like a 1-way ticket to a sugar coma. So what do you do when you’re sick of dieting, but you also don’t want to be out of control with sugar?

Let’s chat through what you need to know to in order to have body cues that work for you instead of against you. 

There are challenges many people face when trying to implement intuitive eating, like ho...