In this week’s episode of The Pure Health Podcast, Kirsty and Nicole unpack one of the most common traps in modern wellness — chasing health through control instead of connection.
If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the cycle of calorie counting, food guilt, or feeling like your body just isn’t responding the way it “should,” this conversation is for you. They explore how true body love isn’t about perfection, restriction, or willpower — it’s about rebuilding trust with your body, understanding your unique physiology, and finding the root cause of what’s really holding you back.
What We Cover:
Why “body love” is about connection — not control
How calorie counting creates stress, anxiety, and disconnection from natural hunger cues
The psychology of control and how diet culture teaches us to distrust our bodies
What really happens when you stop counting: lowered cortisol, better digestion, and more food freedom
How to shift from “How little can I eat?” to “What does my body need to feel strong and supported?”
Why sustainable weight regulation comes from hormone balance — not calorie math
Root causes of weight resistance: stress, gut dysbiosis, poor sleep, thyroid issues, nutrient deficiencies, oestrogen dominance
The problem with chronic restriction: how it slows metabolism and suppresses hormones
Simple testing options to find your unique barriers — stool testing, cortisol mapping, thyroid and sex hormone panels
Practical steps to reconnect with your body: mindful eating, balanced meals, emotional awareness, and nourishment without fear
Key Takeaway:
Counting calories might create short-term results, but it doesn’t create peace, balance, or long-term health. True body love is learning to trust your body, nourish it with real food, and understand what’s happening beneath the surface — because sustainable change starts with connection, not control.
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