In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re cutting through the noise of “diet season” and calling out the biggest weight loss mistakes that keep people stuck in cycles of restriction, burnout, and regain. I’m joined by fellow dietitian Jackie Kirschen, host of Lose Weight Mindfully, whose approach to sustainable weight loss closely mirrors my own. Together, we break down why strict calorie counting, crash dieting, and relying on willpower alone often backfire, and what the science actually says about metabolism, hunger hormones, emotional eating, and long-term success. We also share realistic, evidence-based strategies you can start using today that support weight loss without obsession, deprivation, or food fear. If you’re navigating weight goals this year and want a more compassionate, effective approach, this episode is for you.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m taking a hard look at one of the most popular — and polarizing — nutrition apps on the internet: Yuka. With a single scan, it promises to rate your food, flag “dangerous” ingredients, and simplify healthy eating. But does it actually deliver clarity… or just more fear? We break down how Yuka scores foods, what science it uses (and ignores), and why reducing nutrition to a red-yellow-green system can be misleading at best and harmful at worst. If you’ve ever felt anxious in the grocery aisle after scanning a barcode, this episode will help you separate evidence-based guidance from fear-based food policing.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I reflect on a truly exhausting year in nutrition and wellness culture. From the rise of SkinnyTok to recycled diet culture trends disguised as “health,” it’s been a relentless cycle of misinformation — especially for science communicators trying to push back against it. I walk through some of the most frustrating nutrition and wellness trends of the year, share why they’ve been so draining to address, and end on a more hopeful note by highlighting moments of viral clarity that remind us we’re not completely doomed.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by creator and storyteller Sarah Nicole Landry, better known as The Birds Papaya. After going viral for a major weight-loss transformation, Sarah shifted the narrative by speaking openly about the complex, messy, deeply human realities that followed. Together, we dive into what it really means to rebuild body respect, navigate online criticism and fat-phobic trolls, set boundaries in a hyper-visible world, and raise kids with a healthier sense of self and body confidence.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re diving into one of the most neglected yet essential pillars of health: sleep. I’m joined by sleep consultant Alanna McGinn, owner of Good Night Sleep Site and host of This Girl Loves Sleep, to unpack why women experience sleep differently than men and how hormones, stress, technology, and lifestyle all shape our nights. We’ll break down the biggest sleep myths, the dos and don’ts of building a strong bedtime routine, and the surprising ways sleep interacts with diet and weight.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, Abbey tackles one of the most polarizing topics in food media: Big Ag. From documentaries to doom-scroll headlines, large-scale farming is often painted as the villain — but how much of that is true? Abbey is joined by Michelle Miller (The Farm Babe) to break down what’s really happening on big farms, the facts about pesticides, and whether regenerative agriculture can scale. Together, they cut through the fear and bring some much-needed nuance back into the conversation.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, Abbey dives into a timely topic as we head into the holiday season — diet willpower. Joined by Jenn Trepeck, host of Salad with a Side of Fries and author of Uncomplicating Wellness, Abbey breaks down the truth about willpower, why it’s not a moral failing, and how holiday stress drains our ability to “stay strong” around food. Together, they unpack the binge–restrict cycle, why deprivation always backfires, and how to approach the holidays without guilt, self-blame, or crash dieting. You’ll learn how to set yourself up for success without relying on willpower — and how to reframe overeating moments as part of a healthy, realistic relationship with food.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, Abbey is joined by Matthew Johnson, Director of Education at MediaSmarts, to break down how misinformation spreads online and why we’re so susceptible to it. They dive into how algorithms shape what we see, the role of emotion in persuasion, and the rise of influencer “expert” culture. Matthew also shares practical tools for approaching online content with clarity and confidence — whether you’re scrolling for yourself or guiding kids through the digital world.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, Abbey unpacks the truth about one of the most misunderstood hormones in wellness — cortisol. Often villainized as the “stress hormone” behind belly fat, cravings, and burnout, cortisol has become a convenient scapegoat for all things health and weight. Abbey breaks down what cortisol actually does, how diet culture gets it wrong, and how factors like fasting, HIIT workouts, calorie restriction, and coffee affect your levels. Plus, evidence-based tips for keeping this vital hormone balanced — without fear or fads.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, Abbey sits down with pharmacist and science communicator Dr. Harini Bhat to unpack one of the most misunderstood and underfunded conditions in women’s health — endometriosis. Together, they explore why women’s pain is still dismissed, how wellness culture preys on desperation, and what real science says about managing symptoms. From breakthrough research like the ROSE Study (Research OutSmarts Endometriosis) to the truth behind “endo diets,” Abbey and Dr. Bhat challenge misinformation, celebrate progress, and call for a future where women’s health is treated with the seriousness it deserves.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re exploring one of medicine’s biggest blind spots — unexplained pain. You know the story: you go to the doctor with real symptoms, only to be told it’s “all in your head.” My guest today, Dr. David Clarke — gastroenterologist, author, and expert in stress-related illness — argues that it’s not imaginary at all. It’s stress illness: real, physical pain caused or amplified by emotional stress. We unpack how to tell the difference between stress illness and structural disease, the surprising role of childhood trauma in chronic pain, and the powerful recovery stories that challenge everything we think we know about the mind-body connection. If you’ve ever felt dismissed or gaslit about your symptoms, this episode will help you reclaim your story — and maybe even your health.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by science communicator and clinical pharmacology PhD candidate Sabina Vohra-Miller, known online as @unambiguousscience, to unpack one of the most confusing times in the human lifecycle — pregnancy. We dig into how myths about food, medications, and vaccines take root and spread, especially during such a hopeful yet vulnerable chapter of life. Sabina and I explore what the science really says about prenatal health, how to spot red flags in “natural” wellness advice, and how health professionals and parents can push back against misinformation with compassion, not shame.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I get to tell you all of how my revolutionary approach to nutrition, the Hunger Crushing Combo, can be utilized and applied to weight loss goals without dipping into “scarcity mentality”. And I talk about this in a lot more detail in my upcoming book , The Hunger Crushing Combo Method which is officially out for pre-order TODAY. This isn’t just a book. It’s a science-backed, compassion-driven, mindset-shifting framework that I’ve spent years developing - and now, you can finally dive into it in full.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by pediatrician, science communicator, and autism dad Dr. Tommy Martin to cut through the fear and misinformation that often clouds conversations about autism. Together, we explore how America is approaching autism today — from the scapegoating of vaccines despite overwhelming evidence that they do not cause autism, to the harm that fear-based narratives inflict on both neurodivergent children and their families. Dr. Martin brings both professional expertise and personal perspective to this nuanced discussion, helping us understand what the science actually says, why myths persist, and how we can create a more supportive environment for kids of all neurotypes.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by branding expert Camille Moore, founder of Third Eye Insights, to unpack the messy world of wellness marketing. From miracle supplements and celebrity endorsements to campaigns that prey on insecurities, the industry is full of glossy packaging but not always much truth. We dig into some of the biggest marketing fails in wellness, the shady tactics brands use to gain and lose trust, and why transparency isn’t just a buzzword but the real currency for millennial and Gen Z consumers.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by Canadian actor, podcaster, and cystic fibrosis advocate Jeremie Saunders, host of the hit show SickBoy. Building on his lived experience with CF, Jeremie has built a platform that breaks stigma and opens up real conversations about what it means to live well with chronic illness. Together, we talk about the disorienting reality of rapid body changes — whether from medication, illness, or simply moving through different stages of life — and how to navigate these shifts with compassion and grace. This conversation goes beyond chronic disease, offering lessons that resonate with anyone who’s ever struggled with body image, identity, or change.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by award-winning filmmaker Skye Borgman to talk about her new Netflix docuseries Fit for TV, which pulls back the curtain on the cultural phenomenon of The Biggest Loser. We revisit the toxic 2000s era of primetime weight-loss TV — from public weigh-ins and extreme exercise to the lasting shame, disordered eating, and metabolic damage contestants carried with them. Beyond the spectacle, this conversation explores what these shows reveal about our collective fears, fantasies, and fraught relationship with our bodies.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by Dr. Jessica Steier, CEO of Unbiased Science and host of the podcast by the same name, to peel back the layers on one of the most emotionally charged topics in nutrition: GMOs vs. organic food. We’ve been taught to believe that “organic” means pure and safe while GMOs are something to fear — but the reality is far more complex. Together, Jess and I unpack the myths, marketing, and moral battles that shape how we view our food. From who controls the food system to what really makes a diet nourishing or sustainable, this episode challenges the black-and-white thinking that dominates the conversation. If you’ve ever felt confused by labels in the grocery store, this one will give you a fresh perspective.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by the hilarious duo Cat and Nat — the OG #MomTruth messengers and hosts of Cat & Nat Unfiltered. From granola-bar bathroom breaks to feeling completely touched out yet strangely alone, we get real about the messy irony of motherhood: it’s isolating and universal all at once. We chat about letting go of the pressure to be the “perfect lunchbox mom,” helping our kids navigate puberty in a world saturated with diet culture, and how to stay sane while parenting in the age of social media. If you’ve ever felt guilty about packaged snacks or found self-care in hiding from your family, this one’s for you.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by registered dietitian Bonnie Roney — better known as Diet Culture Rebel — to break down the truth about set point weight and why it matters for your health. Drawing from her own recovery from disordered eating, Bonnie now helps others heal their relationship with food and ditch diet culture for good. We dig into why two people can look completely different yet both be metabolically healthy, what set point weight really means for weight loss and weight gain, and how it fits into an intuitive eating approach. Whether you’re trying to break free from dieting or still on your own weight journey, this is a must-listen conversation packed with clarity and compassion.