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THE DCA Podcast

THE DCA Podcast

Hosted by: Didi Ferrari

All things nutrition science, psychology and philosophy

Episodes

Why Consistency Advice Fails Women

Season #3

Summary In this conversation, Didi emphasizes the importance of understanding consistency in health and wellness, highlighting that it's not about rigid perfection but rather about creating supportive frameworks that...
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The Midlife Metabolism Myth: Why Eating Less Isn’t Fixing Anything

Season #3

Summary In this conversation, Didi discusses the detrimental effects of starvation and caloric restriction on health and well-being. She emphasises the importance of proper nutrition and the consequences of energy...
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Why You Can’t Lose Belly Fat in Menopause: Here's What Actually Works

Season #3

Summary In this conversation, Didi discusses the pressures women face regarding body image and the often overwhelming metrics associated with health. She emphasises the importance of reframing the narrative from fat...
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Menopause Isn’t a Calorie Deficit Problem: Focus On This First

Season #3

Summary In this conversation, Didi emphasizes the significance of strength training for individuals of all ages, particularly in the context of health and fitness within various age communities. The discussion...
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The Ozempic Mindset: When Weight Loss Becomes a Personality

Season #3

Summary The conversation delves into the innate human desire to be seen and how this drives behaviors that can lead to self-rejection and hypervigilance. It explores the obsession with external validation through...
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The Ozempic Era: You're Not Addicted to Food- You're Addicted to Control

Season #3

Summary In this conversation, Didi emphasises the importance of letting go of the illusion of control in favour of fostering genuine connections. She discusses how the pursuit of control can lead to isolation,...
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From Burnout to Balance: Rebuilding Your Health Through Perimenopause

Season #3

Summary The conversation delves into the importance of transforming one's self-image and shedding negativity. It emphasizes the power of self-acceptance and positive self-talk in fostering personal growth and breaking...
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"Why You're Addicted To Sugar"

Season #3

Summary The conversation explores the relationship between cravings and the nervous system, suggesting that cravings may be a signal from the body indicating a need for comfort and regulation. Takeaways What if the...
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The Weight of It All: Why Menopause Changes Your Body (and Why That’s Not Failure)

Season #3

Summary The conversation explores the evolving narrative around women's worth, emphasising the struggle against societal expectations tied to body image and motherhood. It highlights the importance of reframing these...
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The Hidden Performance Killer: Iron Deficiency in Female Athletes

Season #3

In this episode of the DCA podcast, I dive into the challenges of low iron levels, particularly for female athletes like myself. As someone who is on this journey, I share insights into how menstruation and intense...
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Perimenopause & Injuries

Season #3

In this episode of the DCA Podcast, I dive into how the hormonal changes of perimenopause affect recovery and injury risk for women. I unpack the science behind oestrogen and progesterone how they influence tissue...
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Good & Bad Food?

Season #3

Summary In this episode, Didi explores the detrimental effects of labeling food as 'good' or 'bad.' She discusses how these labels can lead to a cycle of guilt and shame, impacting mental health and eating behaviors....
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