Bite Back with Abbey Sharp

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we unpack the rise of the longevity and anti-aging obsession—from biohacking routines to supplement stacks and “biological age” tracking. I break down what the science actually says about living longer, which nutrition strategies truly matter, and where the wellness industry is overreaching. We also explore the psychological cost of trying to optimize every aspect of health, and how the pursuit of longevity can sometimes blur into a fear of aging itself.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re unpacking “food noise” — the constant mental chatter around food, from planning and negotiating to guilt and compensation. While not a formal diagnosis, it’s an experience many people struggle with. In this solo episode, I break down the psychological and physiological drivers behind food noise, how medications like GLP-1s may help suppress it, and practical, non-pharmacological strategies to quiet the noise in a more sustainable way.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore the politics, science, and cultural debate surrounding women’s sexual desire and the development of the first FDA-approved medication for low libido. Joined by Julie Bristow, executive producer of the documentary The Pink Pill: Sex, Drugs, and Who Has Control, and Cindy Eckert, founder of Sprout Pharmaceuticals, we unpack the long road to bringing Addyi to market and what the fight for a “female Viagra” reveals about gender bias in medicine, sexual autonomy, and whose health needs are prioritized.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re revisiting one of the most iconic — and deeply problematic — cultural touchstones of the early 2000s: America’s Next Top Model. For many millennials, the show wasn’t just entertainment — it shaped how we understood beauty, bodies, ambition, and what it meant to be “marketable.” In light of Netflix’s docuseries Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model, we’re unpacking the gap between the show’s “progressive” branding and the reality of what it normalized — from humiliation and body shaming to blurred boundaries around race, identity, and contestant wellbeing.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re diving into perimenopause — the inevitable but wildly misunderstood hormonal transition that affects half the population and somehow still catches so many women off guard. From cycle changes and insomnia to brain fog and mood shifts, perimenopause often arrives with confusion, dismissal, and far too much self-blame. I’m joined by Sadhvi Siddhali Shree and Sadhvi Anubhuti, the Jain monk-filmmakers behind the docuseries Balance: A Perimenopause Journey, to unpack the biggest myths, the glaring gaps in care and education, the wellness industry’s shady tactics, and the evidence-based nutrition strategies that can actually help.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re breaking down the protein craze taking over grocery shelves and social media. From protein pasta and cereal to protein coffee creamers and desserts, protein has become diet culture’s most untouchable macronutrient — but is all this “extra” actually necessary? Joined by nutrition educator Liam Layton, aka The Plant Slant, we unpack protein myths, marketing hype, and why slapping “high protein” on a product doesn’t automatically make it healthy.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m digging into a conversation that sits at the intersection of fitness culture, mental health, and our relationships with food and our bodies — and one that’s long overdue. I’m joined by Michelle Carroll, a PhD candidate researching disordered eating and eating disorders within fitness culture, particularly among athletes and fitness professionals. Together, we unpack the thin line between discipline and disorder, the hidden binge–restrict cycles that often live behind “control,” the reality of cheat days, and how to pursue fitness goals when you have a history of disordered eating. We also explore what it looks like to reclaim movement as a tool for embodiment, confidence, and healing rather than punishment or control.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re cutting through the noise of “diet season” and calling out the biggest weight loss mistakes that keep people stuck in cycles of restriction, burnout, and regain. I’m joined by fellow dietitian Jackie Kirschen, host of Lose Weight Mindfully, whose approach to sustainable weight loss closely mirrors my own. Together, we break down why strict calorie counting, crash dieting, and relying on willpower alone often backfire, and what the science actually says about metabolism, hunger hormones, emotional eating, and long-term success. We also share realistic, evidence-based strategies you can start using today that support weight loss without obsession, deprivation, or food fear. If you’re navigating weight goals this year and want a more compassionate, effective approach, this episode is for you.

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I reflect on a truly exhausting year in nutrition and wellness culture. From the rise of SkinnyTok to recycled diet culture trends disguised as “health,” it’s been a relentless cycle of misinformation — especially for science communicators trying to push back against it. I walk through some of the most frustrating nutrition and wellness trends of the year, share why they’ve been so draining to address, and end on a more hopeful note by highlighting moments of viral clarity that remind us we’re not completely doomed.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re diving into one of the most neglected yet essential pillars of health: sleep. I’m joined by sleep consultant Alanna McGinn, owner of Good Night Sleep Site and host of This Girl Loves Sleep, to unpack why women experience sleep differently than men and how hormones, stress, technology, and lifestyle all shape our nights. We’ll break down the biggest sleep myths, the dos and don’ts of building a strong bedtime routine, and the surprising ways sleep interacts with diet and weight.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, Abbey dives into a timely topic as we head into the holiday season — diet willpower. Joined by Jenn Trepeck, host of Salad with a Side of Fries and author of Uncomplicating Wellness, Abbey breaks down the truth about willpower, why it’s not a moral failing, and how holiday stress drains our ability to “stay strong” around food. Together, they unpack the binge–restrict cycle, why deprivation always backfires, and how to approach the holidays without guilt, self-blame, or crash dieting. You’ll learn how to set yourself up for success without relying on willpower — and how to reframe overeating moments as part of a healthy, realistic relationship with food.

In this episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, Abbey unpacks the truth about one of the most misunderstood hormones in wellness — cortisol. Often villainized as the “stress hormone” behind belly fat, cravings, and burnout, cortisol has become a convenient scapegoat for all things health and weight. Abbey breaks down what cortisol actually does, how diet culture gets it wrong, and how factors like fasting, HIIT workouts, calorie restriction, and coffee affect your levels. Plus, evidence-based tips for keeping this vital hormone balanced — without fear or fads.