Eating Disorders, GLP-1s, and Recovery-Centered Nutrition w/ Shawna Melbourn, RD
Eating Disorders, GLP-1s, and Recovery-Centered Nutrition w/ Shawna Melbourn, RD  
Podcast: GLP-1 Hub: Support, Community, and Weight Loss
Published On: Thu Mar 12 2026
Description: In this episode, Ana sits down with eating-disorder dietitian Shawna Melbourn to unpack how GLP-1 medications can intersect with disordered eating patterns, body image distress, and recovery work. They talk about red flags clinicians and families should watch for, how to protect nutrition adequacy when appetite is low, why language and care plans matter, and what a recovery-centered, weight-inclusive approach can look like for people using medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound.About Shawna Melbourn: Shawna Melbourn, RD, is the founder of ED for RDs: Eating Disorder Education for Registered Dietitians, an international training community dedicated to compassionate, inclusive care. She is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Supervisor who has supported thousands of dietitians in building confidence in complex clinical situations. Shawna is known for translating evidence-based approaches into practical strategies clinicians can use right away. Through her teaching, supervision, and podcast, she is passionate about helping dietitians feel steady, skilled, and supported in their work.Guest Links:Shawna Melbourn Registered DietitianED for RDs: Eating Disorder EDucation for Registered DietitiansWant to Learn More about GLP-1 Hub?Join the Steady State newsletter and get a FREE 7-day meal plan + weekly support and strategy to optimize your journey: http://join.glp-1hub.comJoin the membership:https://glp-1hub.com/membershipVisit our GLP-1 Hub store:https://shop.glp-1hub.comWant to connect more with GLP-1 Hub? Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/glp1hubTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@glp1hubYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@glp-1hub*Some of the links shared are affiliate links. When you make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show.*The content of this show is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The goal of this show is to provide various points of view about GLP-1 Medications. The personal and professional opinion of the guests and their content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Ana Reisdorf or GLP-1 Hub.