Forget “Aging Gracefully”: How to Live Fully in a Changing Body with Deb Benfield, RDN

Deb Benfield, RDN, returns to talk about what it really means to age unapologetically. We explore how diet culture and anti-aging messaging collide in midlife, why our bodies deserve more kindness (not more control), and how to build a relationship with food, movement, and aging that feels spacious and grounded rather than restrictive and punishing. Deb shares practical, compassionate ways to reclaim vitality, joy, and presence in a world obsessed with youth and thinness. We get into: How to move from “I know diet culture is harmful” to actually living differently Why aging can feel so emotionally charged — and how to process grief without self-criticism Nourishment vs. optimization: fueling your body without chasing “anti-aging fixes” Navigating ageism, visibility, and the pressure to stay youthful What joyful, sustainable movement can look like in midlife How to reclaim pleasure, rest, and spaciousness The legacy we offer younger generations when we age without apology Support the show: Enjoying this podcast? Please support the show on Substack for bonus episodes, community engagement, and access to "Ask Abbie" at abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribe Apply for Abbie’s Group Membership: Already been at this anti-diet culture thing for a while, but want community and continued learning? Apply for Abbie's monthly membership: https://www.abbieattwoodwellness.com/circle-monthly-group Social media: Find the show on Instagram: @fullplate.podcast Find Abbie on Instagram: @abbieattwoodwellness Podcast Cover Photography by Anya McInroy Podcast Editing by Brian Walters This podcast is ad-free and support comes from your support on Substack. Subscribe HERE . This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribe