Best Eatingdisorderrecovery Podcasts (2024)

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#136: Body Image SOS: Summer Do's and Don'ts 32:47

2d ago32:47

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It’s summertime and that means pool parties, BBQ’s, vacations, family reunions, and all sorts of other things that can make body image extra challenging. In this episode, I’m digging into some do’s and don’ts that are going to help you work through these body image challenges with clarity and confidence, so you can lather up with SPF and your flip …

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#135: Why "Just Let Yourself Eat" Isn't Working For You 22:35

9d ago22:35

22:35

If you’ve been approaching intuitive eating as “just let yourself eat,” there’s a good chance this isn’t working very well for you. The sentiment behind “just let yourself eat” is beautiful, but the reality is that you’re probably all over the place with food. Dieting teaches us to trick or ignore our hunger signals. How many times have you been to…

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#134: Want Better Health (Without Dieting)? Build These 3 Habits Now 34:54

16d ago34:54

34:54

In this episode we’re going to talk about ways to legitimately improve your health without dieting (and without chasing the number on the scale). We’ll explore 3 science-backed habits that will support you living a healthy lifestyle while also moving forward in your intuitive eating journey. Whether you’re looking to have more energy, improve your …

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#133: What To Do If You're Full But Want To Keep Eating 30:39

23d ago30:39

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You know that moment where you’re eating and you notice that you feel full, but the food is so delicious that you want to keep eating? (Yep, me too!) In today’s episode I’m going to be sharing my 4-part framework for what to do in those instances, so that you can confidently choose whether to stop or keep eating - without guilt either way. When it …

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#132: What They Won’t Tell You About Intuitive Eating That I Will 30:37

1M ago30:37

30:37

So you’ve ditched dieting, and you started doing intuitive eating, and you find yourself eating random foods at random times of the day. You're not necessarily out of control with food, but you’re definitely all over the place. You wonder if you’re going to subsist on Doritos and ice cream for the rest of your life - and how can this possibly be “i…

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Ep 189 - Unapologetic Eating with Alissa Rumsey 43:46

1M ago43:46

43:46

Is eating still something that feels like a complicated task for you? Do you want to cultivate a more peaceful relationship with food and your body? Did you know that the problem is not really just about the food? In this podcast episode, I speak about about unapologetic eating with Alissa Rumsey. We reflect on how you can let go of trying to "fix"…

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#131: Flash Fire Intuitive Eating Q&A: My Personal Insights and Nutrition Strategies 45:44

1M ago45:44

45:44

There’s absolutely nothing that I want more than to see you find the peace and freedom with food (and your body) that you deserve. That’s exactly why I am digging into your burning questions in this episode, and wowser, the questions you asked were powerful! In this episode, we’ll be digging into: -How to eat mindfully when sharing meals with toddl…

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Ep 188 - Binge Eating Disorder and Trauma with Expert Amy Pershing 42:45

1M ago42:45

42:45

How is perfectionism related to trauma? Why do many children start using food as a coping mechanism? How does one break the cycle and make a positive, long-lasting change? In this podcast episode, I speak with expert Amy Pershing about binge eating disorder and trauma. We reflect on the causes of perfectionism and how to avoid moralizing about food…

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#130: 3 Hot Tips for Intuitive Eating With Summer on the Horizon 37:59

2M ago37:59

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Summer is comin’ and you know what that means…Shorts, tank tops, swimsuits, backyard BBQ’s, wedding receptions, vacations, and SO MANY challenging situations when it comes to food and body image. Don’t worry though, because I’ve got you covered. In this episode, we’ll be digging into 3 hot tips that are going to help you embrace intuitive eating th…

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Ep 187 - Making Peace with Food with Expert Judith Matz 41:32

2M ago41:32

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Why are diets always going to fail? What does the diet cycle look like? How can you identify emotional eating? In this podcast episode, I interview expert Judith Matz about making peace with food. We discuss how therapists can support clients by promoting self-care, and why its important to understand emotional eating. Sign up for the FREE e-course…

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#129: How to Increase Your Odds of Binge Eating and Gaining Weight 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

Today I’m going to be sharing the things you’re doing that are actually INCREASING the chances that you’re going to binge and gain weight. These are 2 of the most common fears among my clients and the listeners of this podcast, so we’re going to dive into the things that you can intentionally stop doing to keep you out of the binge and weight gain …

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Ep 186 - Rethinking Diets, Weight, Health, and "The Wellness Trap" with Expert Christy Harrison 54:09

2M ago54:09

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How can research shift our perspectives around weight and health? What are some of the ways to identify toxic diet culture? What's causing the Ozempic crisis? In this podcast episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini interviews Christy Harrison about diets, health, "the wellness trap", and Ozempic. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating dis…

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#128: Listen to Me Planning a Week's Worth of Meals for Myself and My Family (As An Intuitive Eater) 33:03

2M ago33:03

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Does figuring out what meals to make ever feel like a drag? I get it, and I often feel that way too. Which is EXACTLY why I created a streamlined process to plan my family’s dinners each week, along with our breakfasts, lunches and snack options too! The best part? It takes me less than 30 minutes. (Woah!) In this episode, I’m bringing you along fo…

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Ep 185 - Do You Have "Fear" Foods?" And So Much More with Certified Coach Meg McCabe 48:46

2M ago48:46

48:46

Do you have “fear” foods that you have been avoiding in ED treatment and recovery? How do you tell the difference between a real recovery coach and an influencer? What are the early steps that you can take to overcome your fear foods and create a healthier relationship with food? In this podcast episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini discusses “fear food…

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#127: What Your Attachment Style Has to do With Your Eating With Vanessa Scaringi and Kate Garland 48:57

2M ago48:57

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Today I’ve got not one, but TWO special guests and we’re going to be talking about what your attachment style has to do with your eating. I think you’re going to find this to be really fascinating and it’s going ot help you think differently about how you relate to food, how you relate to others, and how you relate to yourself. We also talk about h…

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Ep 184 - Healing From Diets, Healthy Movement, And Listening To Your Body wit Lara Days 47:22

2M ago47:22

47:22

Were you a former athlete? Are you confused about food and exercise because of all the misinformation on social media? Do you want to improve your mindset and unlearn past conditioning to live a fuller, more authentic life? In this podcast episode, I speak about healing from diets, healthy movement, and listening to your body with Lara Days. We dis…

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#126: What I'd Say to a Client If They're Not Making Progress 32:43

2M ago32:43

32:43

In this episode I am going to share exactly what I’d say to a client if they aren’t making progress. There's so much to unpack here because making peace with food is HARD, no doubt about it, and if you are feeling stuck, it’s easy to get discouraged and want to give up. But I’m not going to let that happen for you. I will be sharing the 4 things th…

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Ep 183 - Intuitive Eating: A Discussion with Expert Elyse Resch 49:33

3M ago49:33

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What is intuitive eating? What is it not? Why is diet culture a cult and how can you remove yourself from it so that you can live a peaceful, happier, and satisfied life with food and your body? In this podcast episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini I speak about intuitive eating with expert Elyse Resch. We discuss how you can define intuitive eating and…

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#125: How to Navigate Your Next Vacation With Food and Body Image: 4 Lessons I Recently Learned 43:34

3M ago43:34

43:34

In today’s episode, you’re going to learn 4 pieces of advice that will help you navigate your next trip or vacation when it comes to eating before, during and after traveling. We are also going to talk about how to deal with body image, your fear of being in photos, and those nagging thoughts about “needing” to lose weight before a vacation. I’m go…

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Ep 182 - Pilates: Transforming Your Life with Lesley Logan 48:26

3M ago48:26

48:26

Do you use exercise as punishment? Have you been wanting to change your relationship with exercise and movement into something more positive and fulfilling? Can you allow yourself to be a beginner again? In this podcast episode, I speak about Pilates and transforming your life with Leslie Logan. We discuss how you can build a positive relationship …

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#124: Worried About Your Weight But Sick Of Dieting? This Is For You! 42:28

3M ago42:28

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If you have said peace out to dieting, but you’re still stressed and anxious about your weight, then you’re in the right place. In this episode, I’m covering what to do if you are worried about gaining weight, and you’re worried about your health…because we both know that dieting isn’t the answer. We’ll also be talking about the reasons you might b…

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Ep 181 - Avoid or “Hate” Photos? How to Gain Confidence and Feel Empowered with Transformative Photographer Mervyn-Reid Nelson 46:43

3M ago46:43

46:43

Do you often avoid or “hate” photos? Do you want to gain more body confidence? How can a compassionate and free photography shoot lead to life-changing results? In this podcast episode, I speak about how to gain confidence and feel empowered with transformative photographer Mervyn-Reid Nelson. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating…

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#123: How Much Protein Do You Actually Need? 36:24

3M ago36:24

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You know you need protein, but how much? And does it live up to the hype, or is the current protein trend just another diet culture obsession? I’m breaking it all down for you in this episode. You’ll hear: How diet culture has co-opted protein as the current weight loss trend What protein is, why your body needs it, and how it’s digested (so you ca…

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Ep 180 - Finding Clothes the Fit Your Body and Soul with Personal Stylist Susan Padron 43:02

3M ago43:02

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Do you have loads of clothes in your closet that don’t fit you comfortably that you’re keeping “just in case”? Does the idea of going clothes shopping make you feel anxious? What can you do to finally learn how to dress for your best, most comfortable and confident self? In this podcast episode, I speak about finding clothes that fit your body and …

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#122: Food Freedom for Runners and Active People With Serena Marie 47:17

3M ago47:17

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Today on the show I am joined by Serena Marie, a fellow non-diet dietitian, AND she’s also a sports dietitian, so she has this really cool perspective on how we can combine the world of exercise with food freedom and intuitive eating and it’s SO REFRESHING! You’re going to hear us talk about how common it is for people who are active to under fuel …

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Ep 179 - The College Years and Eating Disorders with Ilona Phillips 47:07

4M ago47:07

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Are you about to go to college, or in college right now? Have you been struggling with eating disorders or disordered behavior? How can big life changes lead to changes in eating, and how can you mediate them so that they can remain level, healthy, and intentional? In this podcast episode, I speak with Ilona Phillips about her experience of her col…

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#121: The 5-Minute Journal Exercise to Improve Your Self-Worth and Body Image Starting TODAY 31:13

4M ago31:13

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In this action-packed episode I’m breaking down the quick and easy 5-minute morning journaling exercise that you can do that is going to help you feel more accepting of your body and improve your sense of “enoughness.” We’ve been taught in SO MANY ways that our worth is dependent on the size and appearance of our bodies. How many times have you sta…

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BONUS - It’s Getting Hot In Here: Ozempic, Semaglutide and Intuitive Eating PART 2 37:27

4M ago37:27

37:27

This episode is a BONUS Part 2 for my previous episode about ozempic, semaglutide and whether these GLP-1 drugs can coexist with intuitive eating. And boy, oh boy was that a juicy episode. A lot of people were shocked by what I had to say. The discussion that happened inside my Facebook group following this episode was on fire, and so many great po…

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Ep 178 - Chronic Pain: Reclaim Your Life with DK Ciccone 57:03

4M ago57:03

57:03

Do you struggle with chronic pain? Have you been told by doctors to either completely stop moving, or to lose weight before committing to movement with chronic pain? Why is this advice wrong, and how can you start a movement today that’s really beneficial to you? In this podcast episode, I speak about chronic pain and how to reclaim your life with …

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#120: Can Ozempic and Other Semaglutide Medications Ever Align With Intuitive Eating? 36:30

4M ago36:30

36:30

You’ve probably heard all the hype about semaglutide medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound. They’re all the rage right now for weight loss, and diet culture has certainly jumped on the bandwagon. But if we set diet culture aside, can these medications be useful for someone who is trying to eat intuitively? Is it even possible to d…

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Ep 177 - Treating PCOS and Avoiding Diet Culture Narratives with Julie Dillon 49:25

4M ago49:25

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Do you have PCOS? Why should people with PCOS be mindful of diet culture myths? How can you treat PCOS without falling prey bad medical advice that’s been influenced by diet culture? In this podcast episode, I speak with Julie Dillon about what you need to know about treating PCOS while avoiding diet culture narratives. Sign up for the FREE e-cours…

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#119: Grieving the Things You've Lost to Diet Culture With Erin Kinzel 58:10

4M ago58:10

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Did you know that the frustration you feel about your eating and your weight is probably related to GRIEF? You might be scratching your head, but after you listen to this episode you’re going to be nodding your head in total agreement. There’s a lot to grieve when it comes to letting go of dieting - the time you lost to futile efforts that didn’t r…

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Ep 176 - Running...How to Know When You've Crossed the Line with Heather Caplan 39:06

4M ago39:06

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Are you a runner? Have you used exercise as punishment for eating? How can you safeguard your love for sports and running without having it turned against you by the diet industry? In this podcast episode, I speak about running and how to know when you’ve crossed the line with Heather Caplan. We reflect on how to find the middle ground in sports an…

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#118: Are You Making This Major Mistake With Intuitive Eating? Listen to Find Out 25:16

4M ago25:16

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When you first heard the term “intuitive eating,” what came to mind? Maybe you thought just eating when you’re hungry and stopping when you’re full. Or perhaps you assumed it meant you should simply eat whatever you want, whenever you want. These are two common misconceptions of what intuitive eating actually is, and one of them is leading to a maj…

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Ep 175 - Why Diets Don't Work and The Weight You Lose Keeps Coming Back t You Lose Keeps Coming Back with Andie Grange 39:32

4M ago39:32

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What is your “common sense” around diet culture? What things do you still believe that are actually untrue, harmful, and just plain wrong? Why does cutting out food groups cause more harm than good? In this podcast episode, I speak about why diets don’t work and why the weight you lose keeps coming back with Andie Grange. Sign up for the FREE e-cou…

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#117: How to Succeed With Intuitive Eating (Even if You're Scared it Won't Work for You) 29:42

5M ago29:42

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QUESTION: Are you worried that intuitive eating won’t work for you? Do you fear that you’re doomed to a life of struggling with food and your weight? It doesn’t have to be that way, I promise. In this episode I’m sharing stories of other people who had these fears and how they worked through them, the steps they took to make peace with food (withou…

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Ep 174 - Is Fear of Weight Gain Keeping You From Seeking Treatment ? With Natalie Rose 35:47

5M ago35:47

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Do you think all weight loss is good and all weight gain is bad? Are you afraid of your body changing in treatment? How can you let go of these limiting beliefs that are holding you back from fully letting go of your ED and recovering? In this podcast episode, I speak about whether the fear of weight gain is keeping you from seeking treatment with …

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#116: Beyond the Basics: What Comes After the 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating? 45:38

5M ago45:38

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So you understand the basics of intuitive eating…now what? What happens next? That’s the question I’m answering in this episode. Once you understand how the 10 principles of intuitive eating work, you’re not done with healing your relationship with food. In fact, I’d argue that you’re only just beginning. You can think of the 10 principles as the b…

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Ep 173 - Body Grief with Bri Campos 47:17

5M ago47:17

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You’ve probably heard about body positivity and body image, but do you know about body grief? What does “health at every size” actually mean? How can you prioritize your life outside of the diet industry? In this podcast episode, I speak about body grief with Bri Campos. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating disorder and embark on…

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#115: Gentle Nutrition Demystified: Actionable Steps to Manage Your Health Without Dieting 38:02

5M ago38:02

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If you’re confused by where nutrition fits in with intuitive eating, you’re not alone. In this episode I’m spelling out what “gentle nutrition” is and how it’s different from what we’re taught “healthy eating” looks like via diet culture. I’ll be giving you practical strategies you can implement right away to honor your health with nutrition, as we…

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Ep 172 - How to Identify and Challenge Toxic Diet Culture with Summer Innanen 46:53

5M ago46:53

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How has toxic diet culture affected the way you see and feel about yourself? Are you left feeling bad about yourself after watching movies or spending time on social media? How can you learn to spot toxic diet messaging so that you can protect your mental health? In this podcast episode, I speak about how to spot and challenge toxic diet culture wi…

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#114: Finding Confidence in Yourself With Desiree Petrich 1:01:19

5M ago1:01:19

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There’s something we need to shift if we want to be more confident. (And, no, it’s not our macros or our workout routine). We must look at confidence differently. We must stop equating confidence with a “look,” or with a number on the scale. Instead, we can approach confidence with gentleness, compassion and embracing our true selves. Does that mea…

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Ep 171 - Relational Trauma with Esther Goldstein 45:23

5M ago45:23

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Have you heard of relational trauma? What are the patterns that are directing your life and how can you shift them? Can you commit to learning about yourself, your history, and how to rewrite your story for a better future? In this podcast episode, I speak about relational trauma with Esther Goldstein. We reflect on the causes of trauma, how it aff…

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#113: How to Embrace Your Fears Around Not Dieting and Cultivate a Healthy Relationship With Food 37:36

5M ago37:36

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What scares you the most about letting go of dieting? What are you afraid will happen if you aren’t trying to “be good” or “eat healthy?” When we can notice our fears and name them, it allows us to get curious about them and to work through them - rather than letting our fears control us and keep us stuck. I would be willing to bet money on the fac…

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Ep 170 - Body Liberation with Chrissy King 42:14

6M ago42:14

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Do you feel compelled to “transform your body” with the new year? Have you been feeling bombarded with ads about changing your diet or your lifestyle? What can you do to maintain a sustainable and healthy relationship between your mind and body? In this podcast episode, I speak about body liberation with Chrissy King. We reflect on how you can comp…

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#112: Practical Advice for Overcoming Roadblocks With Food Freedom and Intuitive Eating 46:22

6M ago46:22

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Do you ever feel like you’re confused or stuck with how to let go of dieting and listen to your body instead? You’re not alone! In fact, there are several roadblocks that make it harder to connect with your hunger signals - and today I’m going to break them down for you. These are things that I’ve seen over and over again as a dietitian and a coach…

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#111: Getting Personal: How I'm Juggling Intuitive Eating and Nutrition as a Mom 44:14

6M ago44:14

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Want to hear me spill the tea on how I navigate intuitive eating myself? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain to share what it’s like to juggle intuitive eating personally AND for my kids and family as a working mom. I’ll also be sharing some challenges that happened in 2023 that forced me to approach intuitive eating differently than I ha…

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Ep 169 - Detoxing... Emotionally with Sherianna Boyle 44:16

6M ago44:16

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Are you looking for practical tools to achieve a better sense of self-alignment? How can an emotional detox lead you to live a better, calmer, and more holistic life? How can you get through your reactions to your emotions to fully process them and receive their full value? In this podcast episode, I speak about detoxing emotionally with Sherianna …

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#110: The Must-Have Tools for Kickstarting Your Intuitive Eating Journey 39:21

6M ago39:21

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Want to dig into intuitive eating, but not sure where to start? Or perhaps you have been trying it for a while and now you’re ready to get serious about doing it the right way with the tools and strategies that I use with my clients? This episode is perfect for you! We’re going to be digging into the top 3 tools that are ESSENTIAL when you’re tryin…

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Ep 168 - A New, New Year's Resolution with Expert Dr. Michelle May 36:37

6M ago36:37

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Are you tempted to try a new diet or a new program before the New Year? Do you feel pressured to change your body? How can you stop dieting once and for all? In this podcast episode, I speak about a new, New Year’s Resolution with expert Dr. Michelle May. We reflect on the problem of yo-yo dieting and how to step off the eat-diet pendulum. Sign up …

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