In today’s solo episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore a consequence of the modern weight-loss era that isn’t getting nearly enough attention: bone health. In a culture increasingly obsessed with thinness, rapid weight loss, and appetite suppression, many people are unknowingly putting their long-term skeletal health at risk. We’ll unpack how extreme dieting, GLP-1 misuse, and chronic under-fueling can impact bone density, why osteoporosis is no longer just an “older adult” concern, and what today’s choices could mean for lifelong health, mobility, and independence.
Jun 9
17 min
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore the growing impact of smartphones, social media, and digital culture on our mental health, attention, and relationships. Joined by Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr, researcher, professor, and author of Smartphone Nation, we unpack how platforms and algorithms are designed to keep us hooked, what that means for children and teens, and how we can build healthier relationships with technology in an increasingly digital world.
Jun 2
45 min
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we unpack the diet culture beliefs that may actually be sabotaging long-term weight loss success. Joined by Toronto-based psychotherapist Brian Baumal, we explore how urgency, perfectionism, and all-or-nothing thinking keep people stuck in the diet cycle. We also discuss how to approach setbacks more constructively, use the scale without spiraling, and build habits that are grounded in flexibility rather than punishment.
May 26
30 min
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore why restrictive diets can feel so effective at first—even when they rarely lead to lasting results. From carnivore and cleanses to fasting and other influencer-endorsed trends, many diets promise to eliminate everything from bloating to brain fog. But if these approaches are truly the answer, why do they feel so difficult to sustain? In this episode, I break down the psychological reward cycle that makes dieting so seductive, and why an additive, sustainable approach is often far more effective for long-term health and a healthier relationship with food.
May 19
22 min
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we tackle one of the most important questions for parents who grew up in diet culture: how do we raise kids with a healthier relationship with food and their bodies than we had? As a millennial mom who lived through the damaging messages of early 2000s diet culture, I know how challenging it can feel to navigate body talk, nutrition, and weight concerns in today’s Ozempic- and SkinnyTok-fueled world. In this episode, we explore how to talk to kids about food and health without passing down shame, and how to help them grow into confident, intuitive eaters.
May 12
20 min
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by dietitian Kylee Van Horn and writer Zoë Rom, hosts of Your Diet Sucks, to unpack the myths and diet culture narratives that show up in running and endurance sports. Whether you’re training for a race or just adding more movement to your routine, we explore how to fuel properly, avoid common pitfalls, and approach endurance training with a more balanced, evidence-based mindset.
May 5
35 min
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we cut through the noise around “hormone health” — one of the most overused and misunderstood topics in wellness. Joined by double board-certified OBGYN Dr. Natalie Crawford, we unpack what actually impacts women’s hormones and fertility, what’s rooted in science versus misinformation, and how to navigate common claims around food, stress, and “hormone balancing” with a more evidence-based lens.
Apr 28
43 min
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I break down the viral Jubilee Surrounded debate featuring Jillian Michaels and body positivity activists. After unexpectedly being pulled into the controversy myself, I unpack the key arguments from both sides—the valid points, the misinformation, and the broader conversation around weight stigma, health, and the body positivity movement—along with addressing the false claims made about me directly.
Apr 21
21 min
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we unpack the rise of the longevity and anti-aging obsession—from biohacking routines to supplement stacks and “biological age” tracking. I break down what the science actually says about living longer, which nutrition strategies truly matter, and where the wellness industry is overreaching. We also explore the psychological cost of trying to optimize every aspect of health, and how the pursuit of longevity can sometimes blur into a fear of aging itself.
Apr 14
19 min
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we dive into the emotional and complex realities of infertility. Joined by journalist, author, and IVF mom Kathryn Blaze Baum, we explore her deeply personal journey through secondary infertility and assisted reproductive technology, alongside the broader psychological, cultural, and ethical dimensions of trying to conceive. This conversation unpacks the all-consuming nature of infertility, the pressures surrounding family-building, and the often unspoken realities behind the pursuit of parenthood.
Apr 7
43 min
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