Breaking Free from Restrictive Dieting: Reverse Dieting and Fat Loss with Zoë Schroeder, MS, RDN, CSCS

Episode 21 • April 29, 2025 • 00:29:54

Hosted By

Ronnie Harper Tavis Piattoly Margaret Downs Samuel Bullard

Show Notes

Zoë Schroeder, MS, RDN, CSCS, discusses reverse dieting, metabolism recovery, and sustainable fat loss strategies for women who have struggled with restrictive dieting.

 

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https://zoeschroedernutrition.com/

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Episode Transcript

Summary In this episode of the Eat to Win podcast, host Margaret Downs speaks with Zoe Schroeder, a registered dietitian and expert in metabolism recovery and sustainable weight loss. Zoe shares her personal journey with nutrition, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's relationship with food. The conversation delves into the concept of reverse dieting, the significance of mindset shifts for sustainable weight loss, and practical first steps for individuals looking to transform their nutrition. Zoe highlights the need for awareness and gradual changes in eating habits to achieve lasting results. Takeaways - Zoe's journey into nutrition was inspired by her own struggles with food. - Reverse dieting helps restore metabolic function after restrictive eating. - Incremental changes in diet can lead to sustainable fat loss. - Mindset is crucial; focusing on addition rather than restriction is key. - Awareness of eating patterns is the first step to change. - Sustainable weight loss requires patience and understanding of the body. - Tracking multiple metrics can provide a holistic view of progress. - Building muscle is essential for healthy weight management. - Nutrition should be approached with a long-term perspective, not quick fixes. - Everything in moderation is a guiding principle for healthy eating. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition and Metabolism Recovery 02:12 Zoe's Personal Journey and Motivation 04:52 Understanding Metabolic Recovery 07:57 The Importance of Muscle and Body Composition 10:44 Holistic Tracking and Mindful Eating 12:33 Explaining Reverse Dieting 19:04 Misconceptions About Weight Loss 24:38 First Steps to Sustainable Weight Loss 26:20 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Thoughts

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