
243: The Weight of Winning: Dr Deme's Path through Eating Disorder Recovery
11/6/2025
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The podcast centers on the importance of nutrition for female athletes and the confusion surrounding it. Host Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes, a sports dietitian, introduces Dr. Demetra Mydlo, a chiropractor and former athlete who shares her personal journey with an eating disorder in her memoir, 'The Weight of Winning: Hustling for Worthiness Through Sport and an Eating Disorder'.
Dr. Deme discusses the complexities of eating disorders, the importance of professional support, and how her own experiences have shaped her practice in women's health. The episode highlights the struggles and recovery processes of female athletes, emphasizing the need for proper nourishment, holistic health, and supportive networks.
Episode Highlights:
- 01:22 WaveBye: Revolutionizing Menstrual Health
- 03:00 Meet Dr. Deme: Chiropractor and Author
- 05:10 Dr. Deme's Memoir: Hustling for Worthiness
- 06:58 The Hidden Struggles of Eating Disorders
- 09:38 The Power of Personal Stories in Healing
- 13:05 Challenging Body Image and Performance Myths
- 16:57 Navigating Body Comments and Self-Worth
- 24:22 Dr. Deme's Journey: Balancing Sports and Health
- 29:56 Understanding RED-S: Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport
- 30:49 Resources for RED-S Recovery
- 31:42 The Importance of Proper Nutrition
- 32:27 Personal Stories and Struggles
- 38:29 The Role of Support Systems
- 42:30 Transforming Health Practices
- 47:29 The Joy of Movement and Recovery
- 51:26 Final Thoughts and Resources
- The Weight of Winning: https://www.amazon.com/Weight-Winning-Hustling-Worthiness-Disorder/dp/1968253092
- Follow Dr. Deme on Instagram @drdemetra
- Website: www.wholeheartedchiro.com
- For more information about the show, head to work with Lindsey on improving your nutrition, head to: http://www.lindseycortes.com/
- Join REDS Recovery Membership: http://www.lindseycortes.com/reds
- WaveBye Supplements – Menstrual cycle support code LindseyCortes for 15% off: http://wavebye.co
- Previnex Supplements – Joint Health Plus, Muscle Health Plus, plant-based protein, probiotics, and more; code riseup for 15% off: previnex.com
- Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast Archive & Search Tool – Search by sport, condition, or topic: lindseycortes.com/podcast
- Female Athlete Nutrition Community – YouTube, Instagram @‌femaleathletenutrition, and private Facebook group
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