Fact Checking Jillian Michaels Takedown of Body Positivity (PLUS her DEFAMATORY Statements Against ME!)
Fact Checking Jillian Michaels Takedown of Body Positivity (PLUS her DEFAMATORY Statements Against ME!)  
Podcast: Bite Back with Abbey Sharp
Published On: Tue Apr 21 2026
Description: Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: My Role in the Jubilee Debate Claim 1: Is Obesity Unhealthy?  Visceral Fat vs BMI: Why the Nuance Matters Claim 2: Does “Big Food” Benefit from Body Positivity? The Defamation Claim Claim 3: Does Body Positivity Oversimplify Eating Disorders? Are Eating Disorders Caused by Trauma Alone? Claim 4: Is Body Positivity Disempowering? Claim 5: Does Shame Motivate Weight Loss?  Key Takeaways from the Debate References: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2714500 https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/09/13/dietitian-instagram-tiktok-paid-food-industry/ https://www.ajpmonline.org/article/S0749-3797(24)00221-6/abstract https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0277953625009670 https://portal.findresearcher.sdu.dk/en/publications/self-determination-theory-applied-to-health-contexts-a-meta-analy/ https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSuWqkK27/ https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSuWvrNS1/   Disclaimer: 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• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •✉️ Subscribe to My Newsletters:Abbey’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! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐