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The Mindful Muscles Podcast

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  • Becoming a Registered Dietitian: How I Discovered My Career & Life Passion

Becoming a Registered Dietitian: How I Discovered My Career & Life Passion

Saturday 6th April 2019

Katie Harrell discusses her journey from obsessive eating to becoming a dietitian, focusing on sustainable nutrition and mindful eating.
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From Struggles to Strength: Katie Harrell’s Path to Becoming a Dietitian

We need to focus on sustainable nutrition. You want to do something that is going to keep you healthy long term and keep you feeling good and energized and feeling amazing about your body, just the way you are.
Katie Harrell, host of the 'Mindful Muscles Podcast', opens up about her deeply personal journey from battling obsessive eating habits to becoming a registered dietitian. This episode offers a candid look into Katie's teenage years, marked by dissatisfaction with her body image and a relentless quest for healthy living. She shares how these early struggles led her to immerse herself in the world of nutrition and fitness, ultimately finding her true calling.
Katie's story is not just about overcoming personal challenges; it's about embracing long-term health and sustainability in nutrition. She emphasizes the significance of community-based health initiatives and understanding the root causes of eating disorders. Katie's mindful approach to eating encourages listeners to nourish their bodies with wholesome foods and to foster a positive relationship with food. The episode also touches on the evolving landscape of dietetics education, highlighting the new requirement for dietitians to hold a master's degree.
Katie provides practical advice for students seeking internships and shares her own experiences from graduate school. By inviting feedback and suggestions for future episodes, Katie fosters a sense of community and engagement within the Dark Blue Nutrition family. Whether you're on a journey to better health or curious about the field of dietetics, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.