Confidently Balance Your Hormones

Join Dee Davidson in a profound conversation with Cristina Castagnini, PhD, CEDS, as they unpack the complex world of eating disorders and their profound impact on hormones and overall well-being. In this episode, they explore crucial questions such as:
  • Can someone ever fully recover from an eating disorder?
  • Why should someone who has struggled with food and body image work with a specialist vs. any licensed mental health professional?
  • Do diets work?
  • Does weight/BMI predict or affect health?
  • How does someone know if they have an eating disorder or are just “being healthy”?
  • Can exercise be unhealthy?
  • What are some things to never say to someone who has an eating disorder?
  • Are there “good” and “bad” foods?
  • What are the biggest myths about eating disorders?
  • How does social media affect someone’s body image?
Tune in to gain profound insights into these questions and more, exploring the intricate intersections of mental health, body image, and societal influences.

To learn more about Cristina Castagnini and her work, visit Behind the Bite Podcast.

Medical Disclaimer:
The information shared in this podcast episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Cold therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those with certain medical conditions. Always consult with your doctor or a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new wellness practice, including cold exposure. The views expressed are based on personal and professional experiences in functional medicine and holistic health and should not replace individualized medical care.

What is Confidently Balance Your Hormones?

Welcome to "Confidently Balance Your Hormones" – the podcast that empowers incredible women like you to embrace natural approaches for hormonal balance and whole-body wellness.

I'm your host, Dee Davidson, FDN-P — a board certified functional health practitioner, holistic health guide, and woman who gets it. After navigating my own fertility struggles, hormonal weight gain, and the rollercoaster of perimenopause and now living fully in my 50s, I understand firsthand the frustrations and symptoms that come with hormonal imbalance — and I also know how to help you overcome them.

In each episode, we explore real-life topics around hormone health, functional lab testing, nutrition, lifestyle strategies, the mind-body connection, and powerful, sustainable tools to support your health. This is a whole health approach rooted in science and compassion.

If you're tired of feeling hijacked by mood swings, low energy, or stubborn weight, and you’re ready to understand what’s actually going on in your body — this space is for you.

💛 Visit www.confidentlyloveyourself.com to learn more about me and grab some of my favorite free tools inside the Wellness Toolkit to help you get started today.

Subscribe now to Confidently Balance Your Hormones and join a community of empowered women stepping into their best years with clarity, strength, and confidence. Your healing journey is personal — but you don’t have to do it alone.

Let’s redefine midlife. Let’s restore balance. Let’s do it together. It's your birthright!