if you think about food 24/7, never feel satisfied, and blame your willpower, this episode is for you. we’re talking leptin, your “i’m satisfied” hormone. when you’re leptin resistant, your brain can’t hear the “we have enough” signal - so you stay stuck in food thoughts, cravings and constant hunger. in this episode you’ll learn: what leptin is + how leptin resistance develops (dieting, stress/cortisol, poor sleep, inflammation, ultra-processed foods)subtle signs your satisfaction hormone ...
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if you think about food 24/7, never feel satisfied, and blame your willpower, this episode is for you. we’re talking leptin, your “i’m satisfied” hormone. when you’re leptin resistant, your brain can’t hear the “we have enough” signal - so you stay stuck in food thoughts, cravings and constant hunger. in this episode you’ll learn: what leptin is + how leptin resistance develops (dieting, stress/cortisol, poor sleep, inflammation, ultra-processed foods)subtle signs your satisfaction hormone ...
if you think about food 24/7, never feel satisfied, and blame your willpower, this episode is for you. we’re talking leptin, your “i’m satisfied” hormone. when you’re leptin resistant, your brain can’t hear the “we have enough” signal - so you stay stuck in food thoughts, cravings and constant hunger. in this episode you’ll learn: what leptin is + how leptin resistance develops (dieting, stress/cortisol, poor sleep, inflammation, ultra-processed foods)subtle signs your satisfaction hormone ...
feeling like your metabolism is “broken” after years of dieting? eating 1200 calories, over-exercising and still not losing weight? you’re not crazy - metabolic adaptation is real. the good news: it’s reversible. in this episode, i break down: - what chronic restriction does to your BMR, NEAT, thyroid, leptin/ghrelin + cortisol - why eating more (strategically) can speed up your metabolism - how to rebuild trust with your body and fuel without weight spirals - my 7 metabolism-healing strateg...
Are you scared that healing your relationship with food will make you gain weight? You’re not alone. So many women stay stuck in the restrict-binge cycle because they’re terrified that food freedom means losing control. In this episode, I’ll break down: ✅ Why the fear of weight gain makes perfect sense (and why it’s keeping you stuck) ✅ What really happens to your body when you stop restricting ✅ The truth about weight changes during healing - restoration, trust-building and stabilization ✅ H...
Still avoiding bread, pasta or rice because you’re scared they’ll make you gain weight? 🍞🍝 Here’s the truth: cutting carbs isn’t fixing your cravings - it’s making them worse. In this episode, I’ll break down: ✅ Why avoiding carbs triggers obsession, bingeing, and fatigue ✅ The real science behind carbs, insulin and metabolism (without the myths) ✅ How to include carbs without gaining weight or losing control ✅ A step-by-step plan to rebuild trust with carbs and your body You’ll walk away ...
Do you feel like you can’t be trusted around food? 🍪🍫 Maybe you avoid keeping certain foods in the house because you’re afraid you’ll eat them all in one sitting. Or you’ve tried to “control” yourself with willpower, only to end up overeating and feeling ashamed. The truth? You’re not broken, addicted or lacking discipline. You’ve simply been taught not to trust your body. In this episode, I’ll share: ✅ Why restriction and food rules actually destroy food trust ✅ The psychology & science ...
Do you ever stand in front of the mirror and think “I feel fat”, even when nothing about your body has actually changed? If you keep saying “I feel fat” (even at your goal weight) this epsiode will help. “Feeling fat” isn’t a body problem; it’s an emotional signal (stress, comparison, overwhelm) getting mislabeled. This episode breaks down why that happens and how to stop letting it control your confidence. You’ll learn: - Why “feeling fat” has nothing to do with your actual weight - The hid...
If you’ve ever eaten when you weren’t hungry - just because you felt stressed, sad or overwhelmed - you know how frustrating emotional eating can feel. But here’s the truth: emotional eating isn’t weakness. It’s intelligence. Your brain uses food as a coping mechanism to help you regulate stress, soothe pain or feel safe. In this episode, I’m breaking down: The science behind why your brain turns to food during difficult emotionsThe emotional eating cycle (and why shame keeps you stuck in it)...
You’ve done the mindset work. You’ve practiced self-compassion. Maybe you’ve even worked with a therapist. But if you’re still binge eating at night, battling sugar cravings or feeling constantly bloated… your gut might be the missing piece. In this episode, I share the 3 gut health mistakes that keep women stuck in the binge-restrict cycle - and what to do instead to finally reduce cravings, calm your digestion and support long-term food freedom. I’ll break down: The gut–brain connection and...
Do you feel like you’re addicted to food or powerless around cravings? I know that feeling deeply, I used to believe the same about myself. But the truth is, emotional eating isn’t a weakness. It’s not about lack of willpower, and it’s definitely not food addiction. In this episode, I share the mindset shift that finally helped me stop emotional eating for good - and it’s got nothing to do with restriction, control or fighting cravings. You’ll learn why your brain turns to food, how shame kee...
If you're tired of restrictive diets, obsessing about calories and feeling like losing fat means sacrificing your mental health, hormones and happiness, this episode is exactly what you need. ✨ Real fat loss isn't about punishing your body - it's about working WITH it.✨ In today's episode, I’m breaking down the *real science* of sustainable fat loss from a holistic perspective. You’ll learn why traditional fat-loss methods (1200 calorie diets, excessive cardio, food obsession) actually sabo...
If you’re doing everything “right” - morning workouts, intermittent fasting, obsessively tracking food and steps - but still feeling anxious, exhausted or unable to lose weight, there’s something important you need to know: ✨ Your "healthy" habits might actually be stressing your body more. ✨ In today’s episode, I reveal the top 5 wellness habits praised by diet culture and fitness influencers that secretly sabotage your nervous system and keep your body stuck in chronic stress (fight-or-flig...
If you’ve been trying every meal plan, macro tracker or "clean eating" challenge to stop binge eating - and you're still feeling stuck - I want you to know one crucial truth: ✨ Another meal plan isn't the answer to binge eating recovery. ✨ Meal plans feel like the solution, but they often lead to MORE binge eating, more guilt and more frustration. That’s because binge eating isn’t just about food. It’s about emotional needs, nervous system regulation and deeper patterns. In today's episode...
If you’ve been stuck in the endless cycle of dieting, bingeing and feeling like a failure every Monday morning - I get you. I spent over 10 years trying what feels like every diet trend out there, losing and regaining weight and feeling completely obsessed with food. Then something totally counterintuitive happened: ✨ I STOPPED trying to lose weight. ✨ And I ended up losing 30 pounds without restriction, calorie counting or stressing over food. In today's epsiode, I'm sharing: Exactly why die...
If you’ve been eating clean, exercising consistently and doing everything "right", but the scale won’t budge, this episode is for you. The truth? Your metabolism isn’t just about calories; it's about your gut and hormone health. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down 5 sneaky signs your gut and hormones are sabotaging your weight loss efforts, even if your nutrition and workouts are dialed in. You’ll discover: ✅ The top gut-health signals like constant bloating and sugar cravings. ✅ Hormonal r...
Ever found yourself bingeing, again, and thought, “Why can't I just stop? What's wrong with me?” If you've tried diets, resets and every method out there, but nothing sticks, this video will finally show you why. Here's the truth no one talks about: overeating isn't a willpower problem. It's an emotional regulation one. In today's episode, I’m sharing the real reason behind emotional eating and binge episodes that you won't see in typical diet advice. We'll explore: 🌱 Why diets, discipline...
If you've been struggling with gut issues like bloating, constipation, gas or food sensitivities, but you're also stuck in the binge-restrict cycle, this video is your gentle wake-up call. Here’s the truth most gut-healing tips miss: restrictive dieting and constant food stress actually wreck your gut health. Your digestive system isn’t just about food. It’s deeply tied to your nervous system. When your body is stuck in a stress response due to dieting, restricting, skipping meals, or food an...
You’ve been told skipping meals helps with weight loss. Less food = less weight, right? But what if that’s actually keeping you stuck? In this epsiode, I’m breaking down why skipping meals backfires - mentally, emotionally and biologically, and how it silently fuels food obsession, cravings and nighttime eating. You’ll learn: Why skipping meals increases stress hormones + hungerHow it disconnects you from your body’s natural cuesWhat to eat instead (real-life, simple strategies that work)Plus...
You’re drinking the green juice, tracking every bite, doing the morning routine and still feel stuck. Tired. Obsessed with food. Anxious in your body. You're not doing anything wrong, but some of these wellness habits might actually be working against you. In this episode, I’m walking you through 7 common “healthy” habits that secretly keep you stuck in food obsession, nervous system burnout and control mode - plus what to do instead. This is about healing, not hustling. Let’s get honest, dro...
What if you didn’t have to wait until you “fix” your relationship with food or feel fully confident in your body to actually *enjoy* your life? In this video, I’m sharing 5 powerful, healing ways to reconnect with joy, even while you’re still struggling with stress, body image or food obsession. This isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending everything’s fine. It’s about creating real safety, peace, and pleasure in your everyday life so you can stop waiting and start living. ...
Ever felt that heavy wave of guilt after a binge, promising yourself you’ll "start over tomorrow"? If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone AND you're not broken. In this video, I'm guiding you through gentle, practical steps to recover after a binge without spiraling into guilt or restrictive habits. We'll talk about why bingeing happens (it's not a lack of willpower!), how to respond with compassion instead of punishment and exactly what steps to take next. Here's what you'll learn: ✔️ how...
if you think about food 24/7, never feel satisfied, and blame your willpower, this episode is for you. we’re talking leptin, your “i’m satisfied” hormone. when you’re leptin resistant, your brain can’t hear the “we have enough” signal - so you stay stuck in food thoughts, cravings and constant hunger. in this episode you’ll learn: what leptin is + how leptin resistance develops (dieting, stress/cortisol, poor sleep, inflammation, ultra-processed foods)subtle signs your satisfaction hormone ...
