Are you tired of feeling obsessed with food & your weight, feeling guilt & shame around eating, and struggling with binge/overeating? If you're ready to break free from the endless cycle of yo-yo dieting, heal your relationship with food, and finally be able to eat without obsession, guilt or constant fear of losing control, this podcast is for you. Subscribe for new episodes every week, and join your host Sabrina Magnan - Food Freedom & Intuitive Eating Coach - to explore all things intuiti ...
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A podcast for parents who need help navigating the muddy waters of feeding their kids. From starting solids to picky eating and body image concerns, join me for real life, down to earth conversations about how to nourish our kids. I may be a pediatric dietitian, but I'm also a mom, dealing with the same day-to-day craziness and joy of motherhood as my listeners. You’ll learn, you’ll laugh, and you’ll be inspired!
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Full and Thriving Podcast: A Mental Health and Personal Development Podcast Welcome to Full and Thriving, the essential podcast for people seeking mental healing and personal growth, ready to reconnect with their true selves, reclaim their voice, and live boldly. Hosted by Meg McCabe, a Life Coach and Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, this podcast delves into creating a life that's authentically yours, free from the constraints of others' expectations. Join us as we explore empowering topics s ...
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This Food Thing is hosted by Jemma Richards. Jemma suffered with eating disorders for years. Now she’s out the other side she wants to open up the conversation. In each episode, she invites a special guest to join her to discuss their relationship with food, whether it is easy or less so, and how it affects their behaviour. Jemma takes a light approach but she believes if this area of our lives is skewed, then so is the rest. It’s never just about food. This podcast is a series of conversati ...
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166. Perfectionism, Orthorexia and Learning to Live in the Gray w/ Sabrina Magnan
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Is your pursuit of perfection harming your well-being? In this episode, Meg talks with Sabrina as she shares her journey from being a high-level synchronized swimmer, focused on perfectionism and body image issues, to becoming a holistic health coach. She discusses the struggles of living with perfectionism and the negative impacts it had on her li…
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168. Navigating Pregnancy After Eating Disorder Recovery: Cravings, Weight Gain, Gestational Diabetes, and Motherhood
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Have you ever wondered how someone recovers from an eating disorder and navigates the challenges of pregnancy? In this solo episode, Meg shares her deeply personal journey, revealing how the desire to become a mom played a crucial role in her recovery. She opens up about managing body changes, embracing weight gain, and navigating cravings with a n…
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107. The Power of Letting Go: How Energy and Frequency Fuel Transformation w/Marisa Hope
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What if the key to transforming your life and manifesting abundance was already within you? In this episode, I talk with the amazing Marisa Hope and we reveal the powerful secrets of energy and frequency work that can help you break free from fear, overcome self-doubt, and finally step into the life you were meant to live. Marisah opens up about he…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? With the start of school right around the corner we are here with some super easy breakfast ideas for those busy school mornings. We know that sometimes you don’t even have time for the quickest breakfasts so we also included some ideas of meals that you can prep ahead of time and just grab and go on those super…
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167. What Makes a Happy and Healthy Couple? w/ Juliana Massey
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What makes a relationship truly successful? In this episode, Meg welcomes Juliana, a marriage and family therapist, to explore the dynamics of healthy couples and what inspired her to pursue this field. Juliana discusses the role of a systemic therapist in addressing common challenges, such as negative patterns and recognizing when couples are no l…
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106. How To Change Your Relationship With The Scale
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If you feel like the weight scale has too much power of you, your mood or how you feel about yourself, this episode is for you. Today, we're talking about a simple yet insanely powerful way to reconnect to your body, improve your eating habits, eat intuitively and rediscover self-love. In this episode, you're going to Get coached on how to change t…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Everything you need to know about what counts as a food exposure in one place. If you have ever wondered what counts as a food exposure for your picky eater we are laying it out for you today. We also give some examples of food exposures you can do with your child to get them exposed to new foods in a fun and un…
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105. Regulating Your Nervous System To Create a New Life w/ Rebekah Kiger
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"Nervous system regulation" is getting a lot of attention right now, and for good reason. It's the missing piece most people don't even know is missing. If you ever want to create something new and better in your life - whether it's to break a pattern of toxic relationships, make more money and... heal your relationship with food, your body and you…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? With energy drink consumption (and even coffee!) on the rise in our kids, we felt it was time to dedicate an episode specifically to caffeine in children. We'll tell you some of the hidden sources of caffeine to look out for and we will also walk you through some of the most popular energy drinks among kids and …
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165. Healing Insomnia Naturally through Habits, Routine, Mindset and CBT-i w/ Morgan Adams
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Are you struggling with insomnia and looking for natural ways to manage it? In this episode, Meg welcomes sleep expert Morgan to discuss effective methods for healing insomnia. They cover Morgan's personal journey with insomnia, distinguishing between poor sleep and chronic insomnia, and the causes of long-term insomnia. Practical tips on managing …
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104. Intuitive Eating Explained: Why What You Know Isn't Enough and How to Truly Change w/Jenn Baswick
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Today, you're going to learn why you might be feeling stuck in your food and body healing journey. Maybe you feel like you know what you "should" do, but you can't get past the blocks of negative thinking, food anxiety, and old programming that has been running your life for years or even decades. Get ready to understand why having knowledge about …
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Sodium is one of the main nutrients of concern because Americans are getting too much, but does this extend to our children too? This week we are talking about sodium for kids and how our children’s dietary patterns may have them exceeding the guidelines and affecting their health. We also talk about some ways t…
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103. The One Mindset To Have In Your Food Freedom Journey To Stop Yourself From Giving Up
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If you're a perfectionist, or a type A girlie with extremely high standards for yourself like me, this episode is going to be really important for you ....because this is probably harming your relationship with food and your body more than you know. As someone who grew up with a very high bar for myself, I know what it's like to always feel like yo…
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Getting Kids Comfortable Around New Foods with ChopChop Founder Sally Sampson
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? This week we are joined by founder and president of ChopChop Family Sally Sampson as we dicuss the benefits of getting your picky eater in the kitchen to help them become more comfortable around new foods. Sally talks to us about some of her own experiences with picky eaters and how ChopChop's products can help …
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164. The One Thing Harming Your Body Image More than You Think
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Have you ever felt like you have to make everyone else happy, even at the cost of your own well-being? In this episode Meg delves into the unexpected ways people pleasing can negatively impact your body image. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Meg explores the connection between seeking approval, making others comfortable, and t…
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102. Food Addiction, Guilt, Emotional Eating And Willpower
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In this episode, we're talking about topics that are severely misunderstood: Can you actually be addicted to food? How to stop feeling guilty when eating certain foods you enjoy How to stop emotional eating (it's not actually about the food) Does having more willpower actually work to stop overeating? You're about to get a coaching session on all o…
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Parents as Role Models In Feeding and Nutrition
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Here are some quick and easy tips for parents to be a healthy role model for their children, to help them build healthy habits starting from a young age. Additional Links: Being a Healthy Role Model: https://www.dhs.gov/employee-resources/news/2022/03/17/be-healthy-role-model-children#:~:text=Go%20grocery%20shop…
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163. Embracing the Now: Mastering Self Doubt with Presence and Power w/ Graham Lichtner
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How can overcoming self-doubt lead to lasting confidence? In this episode, Meg converses with Graham to reflect on their journey since their last meeting in Denver in 2021. They delve into Graham's shift from business coaching to focusing on men's inner peace and authenticity, challenging societal norms, and embracing inner wisdom. The conversation…
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101. How A "Type A" Perfectionist Rewired Her Relationship With Food & Found Balance
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Have you ever wondered why some people are able to heal their relationship with food and recover a way of eating that's balanced & sustainable, while others continue to struggle with binge eating, emotional eating, food obsession, guilt and shame? The truth is that the transformation that needs to happen is internal, and requires a specific type of…
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Does My Extreme Picky Eater Need A Multivitamin?
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? If you have ever questioned if you child should be taking a multivitamin or wondered if you should keep your child on their multivitamin then this one is for you. Today we look at a research study that investigated multivitamins for kids and if they actually meet the nutrient needs of our children. Multivitamins…
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162. 6 Eye-Opening Reasons to Give Up Dieting Right Now w/ Priya Tew
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Why should we reconsider dieting? In this episode, Meg and Priya join forces to challenge conventional views on dieting. Priya, drawing from her extensive expertise in dietetics, delves into six compelling reasons why diets can have negative consequences. They discuss the mental health toll, societal pressures, and the disconnect from natural hunge…
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100. How to Create Massive Breakthroughs In Your Life w/Megan Blacksmith (Part 2)
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What does it take to actually create a BREAKTHROUGH in your life? And what does it even mean to experience a breakthrough? This could be in your life, your career, your relationship, or your quality of life. Most people don't actually know the answer to this. So they look at successful people and try to copy what they seem to have done to get to wh…
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Intuitive Eating for Kids with Sabrina Magnan
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this week’s episode we are joined by Food Freedom Holistic Health Coach and Founder of the Food Freedom Academy Sabrina Magnan. Sabrina is joining us this week while we talk about intuitive eating for kids and how to raise an intuitive eater in this world of diet culture that we live in. We discuss some of th…
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161. Thrive Back: Letting Go Of Perfectionism w/ Kate Noel
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Ever found yourself trapped by the pursuit of perfection? In this reuploaded episode, Meg is joined by the wonderful Kate to explore how perfectionism impacts daily life, particularly for those navigating eating disorders. Together, they offer practical advice on letting go of perfectionism and embracing your authentic self. Kate shares her persona…
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99. The Real Reason You Feel "Stuck" In Your Relationship With Food & Your Body w/ Megan Blacksmith
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You know what's one of the most frustrating positions to be in? When you feel STUCK. When you know "what you should do" to create a change in your relationship with food and your body (logically), but your own mind keeps getting in the way. You might also experience this as self-sabotage. If that's you, you're about to get a masterclass to help you…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? High cholesterol in children is something Jen is seeing more and more in her practice so it's time for some education on cholesterol, how it affects our bodies, and some of the best ways to keep our cholesterol levels low. Plus, we provide some education on different types of fats including saturated fat, trans …
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160. 3 Unexpected Ways Failure Boosts your Life and Success
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Have you ever wondered how failure can actually benefit you? In this episode Meg delves into the unexpected advantages of failure, especially for people-pleasers and perfectionists. Through personal anecdotes and scientific insights, Meg reveals how mistakes can be powerful catalysts for learning, resilience, and empathy. Tune in to discover why em…
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Have you ever wondered why, not matter how hard you try or how many times you promise yourself that you'll FINALLY break this cycle, you keep falling back into the frustrating pattern of binge eating in secret? Maybe that's in the car after work. Or in the kitchen after everyone has gone to bed. It's like you can't stop yourself, and something take…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Happy 50 episodes! Today we are going to be taking you through the basics of breastmilk composition, the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, and some fun facts about breastmilk. With all of the misinformation on this topic out there in the world we felt like it was time to set the record straight and exp…
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159. Transforming Adversity into Power w/ Lance Essihos
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How can embracing personal growth practices like gratitude, journaling, and meditation help us overcome adversity and find true fulfillment? In this episode, Meg talks with Lance, and he shares his journey of facing adversity and finding fulfillment through personal growth. He discusses the importance of listening to the heart and following intuiti…
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97. 5 Ways To Enjoy Social Events This Summer Without Overeating
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We all want to be able to enjoy summer BBQs, weddings and holidays without feeling anxious about the food. These types of situations can be difficult to navigate when you're just learning how to eat intuitively, listen to your body and give yourself permission to actually enjoy food. In this episode, I'm sharing 5 powerful strategies that you can i…
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Applying the Mediterranean Diet to Your Family (Even Picky Kids!)
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? This week we are continuing our discussion about the Mediterranean diet with some practical applications of the diet. We are going to be talking about some easy swaps you can make for your family today. Then we look at a dietary recall from one of Jen’s picky eating clients and talk about how we would make chang…
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158. Love Shouldn’t Hurt: Ending and Overcoming Toxic Relationships w/ Stephanie McPhail
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Are you struggling to recognize the warning signs of a toxic relationship? In this episode Meg welcomes Stephanie, where she shares her personal journey of overcoming an abusive relationship, shedding light on the subtle warning signs of toxic relationships and the emotional turmoil of hoping for change. She discusses the concept of love addiction …
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96. How To Actually Enjoy Exercise & Stay Consistent With It
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Is exercise something you struggle to stay consistent with? Or something you feel like you have to force yourself to do because you *know* it's good for you, but it just feels like another chore on your to-do list that you just don't want to do? Maybe you look at those people who exercise regularly and seem like they actually LOVE doing it, and thi…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? The Mediterranean diet is all the rage right now but is it healthy for our kids? This week we break down the Mediterranean diet, its benefits, if it is safe for your child, and some of the most important things to consider if you do choose to make the switch for your child. During this week’s product review of "…
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157. The Power in the Pivot and Reinventing Yourself w/ Morgan Sinclair
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Ever wondered what it takes to truly reinvent yourself? In this week's episode, Meg talks with Morgan Sinclair to explore the power of pivoting in both professional and personal realms. Morgan shares her transformative journey, detailing her experiences working in a job she felt out of place in and how it led her to reconsider her career trajectory…
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95. The Truth (And Lies) About Wellness and Fitness Culture w/ Emily Contois
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What do we NOT know about the wellness & fitness culture? Turns out... a LOT. Today, we're joined by author and associate Professor of Media Studies at the University of Tulsa, Emily Contois, to talk the practices, mindsets and behaviours encouraged by wellness & fitness culture that can be contributing to an unhealthy relationship with health, foo…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? This week is all about easy weeknight dinner ideas. These super quick and easy meals are perfect for those late nights when you are running around between practices, recitals, games, and any other afterschool activities you might have filling up your schedules. Additional Resources: Find Jen’s A Month of Meals h…
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156. Let your Body have a Voice: Regulating the Nervous System w/ Stefanie Michele
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Do you ever feel like you're constantly in fight or flight mode, or so overwhelmed that you shut down and then beat yourself up for not doing enough? In this episode, Meg talks with Stefanie about how to manage stress and reconnect with our bodies. Meg and Stefanie delve into somatic therapy, discussing its principles and the importance of body awa…
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94. Emotional Eating : How To Handle Negative Emotions Without Turning To Food
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Let's talk about emotional eating. Do you feel like every time negative emotions come up (stress, sadness, loneliness, boredom, etc), you immediately turn to food? And then, you're left with feelings of guilt, shame and regret? I get it. That used to be my pattern for YEARS, and in this episode, I'm sharing practical strategies for managing the str…
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Why is My Child Rejecting Foods and What to do About it
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? If your child has been dropping foods or refusing to try new foods, we are here to help! This week we are discussing food rejections, why they happen, and what you can do to stop the refusals. Then we review Welches strawberry and banana protein smoothie. Additional Links and related episodes: Read more about Fo…
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155. Unlocking a Life you Love Through Setting Healthy Boundaries
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In this episode, Meg delves into the transformative power of setting boundaries, drawing from Melissa Urban's The Book of Boundaries. She defines what boundaries are and why they are essential, sharing a personal story about a boundary she failed to set, the negative consequences, and valuable lessons learned. Meg identifies signs of unhealthy boun…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Everybody and their mother has a different opinion about the best way to get your kids to eat. The internet is completely saturated with ideas, tricks, "hacks," and promises of "just do THIS and your kid will eat broccoli!" We'll break down the most cringe worthy feeding practices that Jen hears, and why these w…
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93. Unlearning Years of Dieting & Rewiring Her Mind w/ Nastaran
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Today, we're joined by someone who got the message that there was something "wrong" with her body from a very young age. Nastaran spent her entire life trying to "fix" it through restrictive diets, which only lead her to overeat MORE and develop a very unhealthy mindset towards herself. In this episode, you're going to learn: Why Nastaran's diet ne…
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154. How to Transform Social Anxiety into Confidence w/ Charlene Gethons
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How can a life-altering event transform crippling social anxiety into newfound confidence? In this episode, Charlene Gethons, a mental health professional with an extraordinary story. Sharing her journey from battling social anxiety to becoming confident and self-assured. Charlene recounts her background in mental health and the dramatic moment she…
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Let's talk about the biggest thing that holds women back from healing their relationship with food & their bodies. Nope, it's not a lack of willpower or discpline. Nope, it's not a lack of motivation. It's not even a lack of follow-through. It's fear. The fear of failing AGAIN. In this episode, you're going to learn : Where this fear actually comes…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? This week we are highlighting some brands and food products that are allergen-free. We also have some tips for eating out when you have allergies and phone apps that can be helpful if you or your child is living with food allergies. Then Jen shares her delicious and easy stuffed pepper soup recipe. Links: Learn …
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153. Healing People Pleasing: Your Needs Matter w/ Nimisha Mehta
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How often do we prioritize others' needs over our own, neglecting our own well-being in the process? In this episode, Nimisha Mehta shares her journey of healing from people-pleasing, emphasizing the critical importance of valuing one's own needs. Nimisha candidly discusses her upbringing and the delicate balance between authenticity and societal p…
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91. The 5 Stages of Becoming An Intuitive Eater
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If you know you want to reconnect to your body, learn how to eat intuitively and experience food freedom, but.... you have no idea what to expect or prepare for! This episode is for you. I'm breaking down the 5 stages that every dieter goes through as they learn to reconnect to their intuitive eating abilities, so that you can have the peace & clar…
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Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Need some new ideas for what to pack your little one for lunch at school or daycare? Well, this week Jen and Izzy are giving you loads of ideas, all nut-free so they are safe for those with allergies and school-friendly. Then Jen talks about her lemon poppyseed energy bites that are the perfect sweet snack to pa…
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