What Not To Wellness

Unsubscribing from Diet Culture (The Contract You Need to Cancel)

Have you ever stopped to consider just how much of your daily energy is spent “subscribing” to diet culture? In this episode, Renée and Maria unpack the metaphorical contract so many of us have unknowingly signed—a mental subscription that quietly drains our time, self-worth, and joy. We dive into the subtle and not-so-subtle ways diet culture shows up in our lives, from the rules we follow around food and movement to the body ideals we feel pressured to chase. We talk about how to question the fine print, audit the auto-renewal, and opt out—for good. ✨ Whether you’re deep in the work of healing your relationship with food or just starting to notice the hidden costs of dieting, this conversation is your invitation to cancel what’s no longer serving you. We want to hear from you! What beliefs or habits are you unsubscribing from? Share with us @whatnottowellness or email whatnottowellness@gmail.com 💌

Collagen: The Protein That Blew Our Minds (Part Two)

We’re back with Part Two of our collagen deep dive—and we were clearly just getting warmed up last episode! 🔥 In this round, Maria and Renée go even deeper into the world of collagen: we break down the different types of collagen products on the market, from powders to skincare masks, and explore what actually works (and what’s mostly just marketing hype). We also dig into topical collagen—can it really make a difference for your skin?—and talk about the best ways to naturally support your body’s collagen production without spending a fortune. ✨ If you're feeling overwhelmed by all the collagen options out there, or just want the real talk on what’s worth your time (and money), this episode is for you. Have more questions you want us to tackle? Slide into our DMs @whatnottowellness or email us at whatnottowellness@gmail.com 💌

Collagen: The Protein That Blew Our Minds (Part One)

You’ve probably seen it everywhere—from powders to peptides, in your morning smoothie or TikTok's new favourite face mask—but how much do you really know about collagen? In this episode, Maria and Renée dive into the science and skin-deep truth about collagen. From its role in skin elasticity to joint support and gut health, we explore both the nutritional and skincare perspectives behind this buzzy protein. What started as a casual convo turned into some real-time "wait, WHAT?!" moments as we uncovered some wild facts while on air. Safe to say, our minds were blown and there was just too much juice to pack into one episode, so stay tuned for part two. ✨ If you've ever wondered whether collagen supplements are worth it, what actually helps your body produce more of it, or how to support your skin from the inside out, you’re in for a good one. Got questions or any wellness myths you want us to unpack next time? Hit us up on Instagram @whatnottowellness or email us at whatnottowellness@gmail.com 💌

Joyful Movement (Taking Exercise Back from Diet Culture)

This week, Maria and Renée dive into the complex world of movement—what it means to move your body for joy, not punishment. From fitness influencers to before-and-after photos, we’re unpacking how diet culture has co-opted exercise and turned it into a tool for control instead of celebration. We share our own stories, reflect on what joyful movement actually looks like, and explore how to reconnect with movement that feels good—without shame, guilt, or weight loss pressure. ✨ If you’ve ever struggled to separate exercise from the “shoulds” of diet culture, this episode is for you. Let us know what movement means to you! Connect with us on Instagram @whatnottowellness or send us an email at whatnottowellness@gmail.com

The Carnivore Diet (Extreme Meat Eaters)

In this episode, Maria and Renée sink their teeth into the latest extreme wellness craze: the carnivore diet. We talk about it all. From the connections to paleo and keto lifestyles, to the way evolutionary arguments are used to justify modern diet trends. Is eating like our ancestors really the key to optimal health, or is this just another fad wrapped in pseudo-science? We explore the appeal, the risks, and why these all-meat claims keep making a comeback in the wellness world. ✨ If you’ve ever wondered how diet culture keeps evolving (while insisting it's ancient wisdom), this episode is for you! What are your thoughts on the carnivore diet? Let’s chat! Find us on Instagram @whatnottowellness or send us an email at whatnottowellness@gmail.com.