Is Your Diet or MLM a CULT? Exploring the Intersection of Diet Culture & Cults with NXIVM cult survivor, Sarah Edmondson
Is Your Diet or MLM a CULT? Exploring the Intersection of Diet Culture & Cults with NXIVM cult survivor, Sarah Edmondson  
Podcast: Bite Back with Abbey Sharp
Published On: Tue Dec 10 2024
Description: In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we get to sit down with ex-NXIVM cult member, Sarah Edmondson. Sarah is the star of the hit HBO series, The Vow, the author of Scarred, and the co-host of the podcast, A Little Bit Culty. In this episode, she details the extreme low calorie diets and exercise regimens that members of Keith Raniere’s NXIVM cult were instructed to follow. We discuss the role of diet restriction in cults and control, how wellness MLM’s use similar tactics as cults, and I will be leaving you with a list of red flags that your diet or wellness routine might actually be operating like a cult.Don’t forget to Please subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts and leave us a review! It really helps us out.Check in with today’s amazing guest, Sarah Edmondson.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahedmondson/?hl=enA Little Bit Culty https://alittlebitculty.com/Scarred https://a.co/d/cZf2KF1Preorder Sarah & Nippy’s Upcoming Book: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLR16M1R576DP/checkout/25UI2OVABMV3RD4YF55WQ755Disclaimer: This episode does discuss disordered eating, calories and abuse. The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider.If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •✨ Reach Your Weight & Health Goals — Without Dieting! Pre-order The Hunger Crushing Combo Method, Abbey’s revolutionary additive approach to eating well. Learn how to boost satiety, stabilize blood sugars, reduce disease risk, and improve your relationship with food — all while getting the best nutrient bang for your caloric buck. With 400+ research citations, cheat sheets, evidence-based actionable tips, meal plans, and adaptable recipes, The Hunger Crushing Combo Method is the only nutrition bible you’ll ever need. 👉 Pre-order today! 🛒 Where to Purchase:AmazonBarnes & NobleAmazon KindleApple BooksGoogle PlayKoboApple Books (Audiobook)Audibleabbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •📚 Goodreads Giveaway (Now – Jan 11)😃 American friends! Goodreads is giving away 20 FREE copies of The Hunger Crushing Combo Method.Enter here: Goodreads Giveaway • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 🇨🇦 Canadian Giveaway (Dec 22 – Jan 11)Canadians, it’s your turn! We’re giving away 20 FREE copies of The Hunger Crushing Combo Method.To enter:Create a Goodreads account (so you can leave a review later!)Follow @abbeyskitchen on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeShare a photo of your favorite Hunger Crushing Combo on InstagramTag @abbeyskitchen and use #HungerCrushingComboMethodWinners will be contacted via Instagram DMs• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •neue theory🥤FUEL SMARTER! Check out my 2-in-1 Plant-Based Probiotic Protein Powder, neue theory👉 neuetheory.com or follow @neuetheory - Use promo code BITEBACK20 for 20% off 💥• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •✉️ Subscribe to My Newsletters:Neue Theory NewsletterAbbey’s Kitchen Newsletter📘 Check out my FREE E-Books:Hunger Crushing Combo™ E-BookProtein 101 E-Book👋 Follow me!Instagram: @abbeyskitchenTikTok: @abbeyskitchenYouTube: @AbbeysKitchenBlog: abbeyskitchen.comBook: The Mindful Glow Cookbook • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — and leave us a review! It really helps support the show ❤️ 💬 If you liked this podcast, please like, follow, and leave a review — and let me know who you’d love to hear about next! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐