Are you trying to stop binge eating but nothing seems to work? In this episode, I explain what you must understand before you can truly stop binge eating and find lasting food freedom.
You’ll learn how binge eating triggers actually form, why emotional eating isn’t always the root cause, and how overeating can be linked to hidden habits, hunger patterns, or even gut health. I break down the psychology of eating so you can recognize your real triggers, change your behavior, and finally heal your relationship with food.
This episode is perfect for anyone ready to recover from binge eating, emotional eating, or constant food cravings — and discover how understanding "Why" we binge can help you regain control.
In this episode:
Why trauma work or “just allowing all foods” may not stop binge eating
How to identify your binge eating triggers and desired outcomes
The connection between eating habits, emotions, and your body’s needs
Simple steps to stop overeating and create lasting change
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13 underlying and often hidden reasons for overeating, food cravings and binge eating.
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Let me share my story how I recovered from food controlling my life - how I overcame binge eating, food cravings and my disordered relationship with food.
I share my recovery story and give specific tips and steps I took to stop thinking about food all the time and cravings all the sugary food.
I talk about:
- Binge eating
- Eating disorder
- Overeating triggers
And what I did to - step-by-step to be where I am right now.
Book your free discovery call for 1:1 coaching by emailing me: eugenia@unloxu.nz
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13 underlying and often hidden reasons for overeating, food cravings and binge eating.
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Do you ever find yourself eating when you’re not even hungry — just because the food is there, or someone offered it? You’re not alone.
In this episode, we dive into the psychology of food triggers and automatic eating habits that lead to overeating. You’ll learn why your brain pushes you toward certain foods, how to spot environmental and emotional cues before they take over, and simple ways to stop eating food you don’t actually want — without relying on willpower or strict rules.
We’ll talk about:
If you’ve ever wondered “Why you eat even when you are not hungry” — this episode will help you understand how our environment males us overeat and and how to change it.
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Are you struggling with emotional eating? Do you often use food to cope with stress, sadness, or boredom? In this video, we explore why food can feel like a drug and how emotional eating becomes a coping mechanism.I share practical strategies to manage your emotions without turning to food, so you can stop using eating as a way to numb, distract, or change how you feel. Learn how to break free from the cycle of emotional eating and regain control over your relationship with food.By the end of this video, you’ll have actionable steps to:✅ Make peace with your emotions✅ Observe and process uncomfortable feelings without food✅ Use movement, breathing, and focus-shifting techniques to feel better naturally✅ Break the cycle of emotional eating for goodIf you’re ready to take control of your emotions and stop letting food control you, this podcast episode is for you.
For coaching inquiries, email me to eugenia@unloxu.nz
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Do you ever wonder why you turn to food when you’re stressed, bored, or lonely—even when you’re not hungry? Chances are, the roots of emotional eating go all the way back to childhood.
In this episode, we dive deep into:
How childhood food rewards (cookies for good behavior, ice cream for comfort) wire the brain for emotional eating.
Why stress and negative emotions trigger food cravings in adulthood.
The difference between emotional hunger vs. physical hunger (and how to tell them apart).
The role of cortisol, dopamine, and serotonin in emotional eating.
Research insights (Birch et al., 1987 & Michels et al., 2012) showing how early feeding patterns and stress affect eating behaviors.
Practical, compassionate strategies to break the cycle of emotional eating—without restrictive dieting or guilt.
Emotional eating isn’t about willpower—it’s about conditioning. By understanding where these patterns come from, you can finally start to change them. This episode offers both science-backed insights and real-life strategies to help you shift from automatic eating to intentional choices.
Emotional eating often starts in childhood reward-based feeding.
These patterns can persist into adulthood—especially during stress or loneliness.
You can break free by learning to pause, identify triggers, and use non-food coping strategies.
For 1:1 Coaching, send me a message for a free discovery call to eugenia@unloxu.nz.
Free Resources:
Why we binge - 13 underlying and hidden reasons
00:00 – Introduction – What is Emotional Eating?
03:00 – Childhood Roots: Food as Reward, Comfort, and Celebration
08:00 – How Emotional Eating Shows Up in Adulthood
13:00 – Emotional Hunger vs. Physical Hunger
17:00 – The Science: Stress, Cortisol, and Why Food Feels Comforting
21:00 – Breaking the Cycle: Awareness, Loops, and Comfort Menus
27:00 – Final Thoughts and Practical Takeaway
Why Do We Overeat and Binge at Night? Understanding Nighttime Cravings & How to Stop Them
Do you find yourself “good” with food during the day, but once the evening comes, it feels like your brain rebels? You’re not alone. Nighttime overeating and binge eating are some of the most common struggles when it comes to food and weight loss.
In this episode of Solve the Overeating Puzzle, Eugenia, founder of Unlocks You – The Eating Psychology Clinic, explains why overeating at night has nothing to do with willpower and everything to do with how your brain and body work.
We’ll dive into:
The survival response to restriction — why dieting or eating too little during the day backfires at night
Decision fatigue — how your brain runs out of willpower and why chocolate feels irresistible after 9pm
Dopamine seeking — why your brain craves comfort and reward after a stressful day
Cortisol drop — the stress hormone crash in the evening that makes you want soothing foods
Conditioned habit loops — how your brain learns that “evening = snack time” and how to break the cycle
You’ll also learn practical tools and strategies to:
Stop binge eating at night without relying on willpower
Eat in a way that leaves you satisfied, not deprived
Build simple routines to reduce cravings and overeating
Create calming rituals that actually help your brain and body relax
If you’ve ever asked yourself:
“Why do I always binge at night?”
“How can I stop emotional eating in the evening?”
“Why do I lose control with food after dinner?”
👉 This episode will give you the answers.
Want personalized support to stop overeating, feel normal with food again, and lose weight without crazy diets? Work with me in 1:1: coaching setting. Send me a message to inquire to: Eugenia@unloxu.nz
FREE RESOURCES:
- free workbook: 13 underlying and hidden reasons for food cravings, overeating and binge eating: https://unloxu.nz/overcome-overeating-binge-eating-food-cravings/
00:00 – Introduction
Why overeating at night is so common and why it’s not about willpower.
02:00 – Survival Response to Restriction
How dieting, restriction, and food rules trigger the brain’s survival mode in the evening.
👉 Tools: Eat balanced meals, avoid skipping, focus on nourishment.
12:10 – Decision Fatigue
Why willpower runs out at night and how the emotional brain takes over.
👉 Tools: Pre-plan meals, simplify food choices, reduce daily decisions.
20:25 – Dopamine Seeking
How stress and lack of joy during the day push the brain to seek comfort through food at night.
👉 Tools: Build non-food rewards, create enjoyable evening rituals, practice mindful eating.
26:30 – Stress and Cortisol Drop
What happens when cortisol levels naturally crash in the evening and why this triggers cravings.
👉 Tools: Calming rituals (breathing, yoga, showers), soothing foods, grounding techniques.
31:50 – Conditioned Habit Loops
How nighttime snacking becomes automatic through learned patterns.
👉 Tools: Portion snacks, change environment, replace with new evening habits.
35:15 – Summary & Practical Takeaways
Key strategies to break nighttime overeating: eat enough during the day, reduce decision fatigue, add rewards, calm stress, and create new habits.
36:57 – Closing & Coaching Invitation
Encouragement, final thoughts, and how to get 1:1 support with coaching.
If you are having goals and dreams but are wondering if you actually just should give up - listen to this short pep talk.
This is an interview with Lauren Peat, a bariatric coach and Bariatric Nurse Consultant RN BN PGcert and Founder of Lauren Peat Health Coaching.
In this interview, Lauren shares her own journey before and after the weight loss surgery and we dive deep into topics like:
- What to consider before and after the bariatric surgery- Why people regain the weight back after the surgery and what to do instead, to keep the weight off. - How NLP and inner work is essential to success after the weight loss surgery. - If someone is stuck in the binge–guilt–restrict cycle, what’s the first small step they can take?- How does someone start redefining their identity after weight loss so they don’t slip back into old habits?You can find Lauren through her website: https://laurenpeat.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaurenPeathealthMore about weight loss surgery on this podcast episde: https://unloxu.nz/podcast/weight-loss-surgery/Connect with me: www.unloxu.nzInstagram: @unloxu.nz
Are you tired of dieting, counting calories, and constantly thinking about food? In this episode we dive into the key to sustainable weight loss: becoming a natural eater.
You’ll learn what it really means to eat naturally — how to tune into your hunger and fullness cues, enjoy all foods without guilt, and finally stop the exhausting cycle of restriction and overeating. I’ll share practical tips for mindful eating, overcoming emotional cravings, and trusting your body again.
If you’ve ever wondered how to lose weight without another fad diet, how to stop binge eating, or how to feel more in control around food, this episode will give you the tools and mindset shifts you need.
✨ What you’ll discover in this episode:
How to tell the difference between physical hunger and emotional eating.
The secret to eating your favorite foods without losing control.
Simple, realistic steps to become a natural eater and support lasting weight loss.
This episode is perfect for anyone who want to heal their relationship with food, stop overeating, and create healthy habits that last.
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Message me eugenia@unloxu.nz for questions or topic suggestions.
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Every time you say yes, you’re also saying no to something else. In this short pep talk, we dive into the power of priorities and the hidden trade-offs behind your choices. Whether it’s time, energy, work, or family, what you focus on shapes your life. This episode will help you reflect on your mindset, get clear on what really matters, and make choices with purpose. If you’ve ever struggled with balance, productivity, or feeling stretched too thin, this is your reminder to choose your yes’s wwisely.
Do you ever wonder why you’re always craving sugar—especially in the afternoon or after dinner? In this episode, I unpack the real reasons behind those cravings and why it’s not just about willpower.
I’ll share:
The biological triggers that make your body reach for sugar
The emotional patterns that turn sweets into comfort or reward
How habits and cues keep the cravings coming
Practical, simple tips you can use today to reduce sugar cravings without strict dieting
This isn’t about cutting sugar completely or shaming yourself for wanting it—it’s about understanding what your body and mind are asking for, so you can respond in a way that truly supports your energy, mood, and health.
🎧 Listen in to find out how to break free from sugar cravings and feel more in control—without giving up the foods you love.
Download the free guide for 13 underlying reasons for sugar cravings
https://unloxu.nz/overcome-overeating-binge-eating-food-cravings/
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Energy, mental health and what helped me.
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If you want to lose weight - this is something I keep seeing that we really need to stop doing to be successful.
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Are you constantly feeling tired—even after a full night's sleep? In this episode, I open up about my personal journey of regaining energy after the exhaustion of new motherhood, major life transitions, and burnout.
You'll hear what actually helped me feel like myself again, including:
Why I got my bloods checked (and what to look for)
The supplements that made a difference (Vitamin D, B3, K2, magnesium, fish oil, creatine)
How I experimented with doses and worked with professionals
The morning routine that changed my mindset and energy
Why sleep and movement became non-negotiable for me
The emotional and psychological side of tiredness no one talks about
This isn’t expert advice—it’s a real story from someone who’s been there. If you’re feeling drained, flat, or disconnected from yourself, this episode might give you the insights or spark you need to start feeling better again.
Hi giys, this is a short pep talk for everyone who is waiting for the day they can start eating healthy, get fitter and working on their goals.
Do you ever hear that voice in your head whispering, “There’s no point... you’ve already failed... why bother?”
You're not alone — and that voice is lying to you.
In this episode, we’re talking about how to keep moving forward with your goals even when your inner critic is loud and your motivation is low. You’ll learn why that self-doubt shows up, how to shift your mindset, and the practical steps you can take to build momentum — even if you feel like you're starting from scratch again.
If you've ever felt like giving up, this episode is your reminder:
You haven’t failed. You’re just not done yet.
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If you are struggling with sugar and carbs cravings, overeating and binge eating - this by changing your diet in this way, will make a big change for you.
In this podcast episode, I explain exactly
so you regain control of your sugar and carbs cravings and will reduce binge eating.
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Feeling like you've lost yourself since becoming a mum?
You're not alone. In this episode, I share a simple 20-minute morning routine that helped me get back to myself again.
If your day starts with chaos, exhaustion, and zero time for yourself, this episode is for you. I walk you through the exact morning self-care practice I use every single day — combining mindful breathing, visualization, gratitude, and intention-setting — even while working full-time and raising a toddler.
You'll learn:
How creating time before the day starts changed my energy, mindset, and joy
What I do during my 20-minute morning routine to feel grounded, energized, and in control
How you can build a simple habit that reconnects you with yourself — even if you're short on time
Whether you're navigating postpartum changes, struggling with emotional eating, or simply craving more peace and purpose in your day, this episode will inspire you to create space for you — before the world starts asking for pieces of you.
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In this podcast, I dive into seven reasons why you might be craving sugar and also give practical solutions you can do to stop craving sugar.
I talk about the following points
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Why does growth feel so damn uncomfortable?
Because like a scorpion shedding its shell — we have to let go of the old version of ourselves to grow.
And that process? It’s raw. It’s vulnerable. It’s messy.
Whether it’s changing your relationship with food, trying to stop binge eating or lose weight, starting a new job, or just trying to show up differently as a working mum… it can feel like you’re failing.
In this episode, I talk about why discomfort is a sign of growth — and how to keep going when you want to give up.
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