Podcasts about Food Rules

Diets teach us to view the body as a project. You can tinker with what you're eating and transform your body into something different. Then fitness culture doubles down and provides the message that you can shape your body to be whatever you want it to be, you just have to put up with messages like no pain, no gain and a complete disconnection from your body, how it feels, and what resonates with it. I know I spent years and years in this ping pong game of diets and body shaping. Then, saying F this, swinging the pendulum to the opposite side and eating everything I had deprived and barely moving my body, only to still feel horrible that I went crawling back to a diet again because I had no clue what else to do. There is a lot that gets sacrificed seeing the body as a project and this realization often only occurs after months and years when you realize you don't know who you are anymore, how to exist in your body, or what it actually needs. Yet, releasing the habitual relationship with the body as something to change and alter will also potentially change your relationships, the environments you've been interacting with, and the conversations you engage in. It isn't that easy when everyone around you is also in their own body project to say, "hey, ya know what, I'm done working on my body." In this week's episode, I chat with Savala Nolan, writer, author, public speaker, and professor at UC Berkeley about: The journey of recovering from diet cultureUnderstanding the language and psychological impact of dietingEnding the body project and facing the fears and cost of body liberationQuestioning societal normsPractical steps toward body liberationYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/breaking-free-from-diet-cultureThis was such a fantastic conversation. Savala describes exiting diet culture in a way that I've never heard someone capture what it is actually like and what a person may come to face in the process. If you have any insights from this episode, let me know! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Savala: Website: https://savalanolan.com/Substack: https://savala.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savalanolan/Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPlSpecial thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.bensou...

Watch this episode on YouTube HERE: https://youtu.be/8lfCcjlzmx0 In Episode 746 of the Half Size Me Show, Heather shares an AMA session for podcast premium subscribers. Heather answers real questions about cravings, mindset, and the ongoing battle between your “higher brain” and “lower brain.” They also chat about: The truth about food rules vs. flexible dieting. Why your brain resists change (and how to work with it). How to stop the binge → guilt → repeat cycle. And more! CLICK HERE to become a podcast premium subscriber today and get even more inspiration for your weight loss journey! As a subscriber to Half Size Me Podcast Premium, you will get: --Access to the entire 740+ episode archive --Access weekly episodes a day EARLY --Access to EXCLUSIVE, subscriber-only series including the Coaching Jackie, Coaching Karolina and Coaching Sarah series --Access to subscriber-only audio responses to “Ask Me Anything” questions Get SUPPORT and CONNECTION in the HSM Academy! CLICK HERE for more! About Half Size Me The Half Size Me™ Show is a weekly podcast. It will inspire and motivate you no matter where you are in your weight loss journey. Whether you're just getting started losing weight or having worked on your health and wellness for years, this show is for you! The Half Size Me Show is hosted by Heather Robertson, who lost 170 pounds over a period of 5 years and has maintained since 2012. Heather did it by learning new eating habits, getting regular exercise, and changing her mindset. On her popular weekly podcast, The Half Size Me Show, Heather shares her own lessons and struggles with you, and she shows you how to handle the real challenge of any weight loss journey... weight maintenance. Be sure to subscribe to The Half Size Me Show and join Heather every week as she shares information, inspiration, coaching, and conversations with REAL people who've learned weight loss isn't only about losing pounds, it's about finding yourself. Disclaimer: Heather is not a doctor, nurse, or certified health professional. What worked for her or her guests may not work for you. Please talk with your doctor, dietician, or other certified health professionals when seeking advice about your own weight loss or weight maintenance plan. All information included in The Half Size Me™ Podcast and on HalfSizeMe.com is for informational and inspirational purposes only. For additional disclaimer information, please visit HalfSizeMe.com.

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini sits down with Registered Dietitian Colleen Christensen to unpack the confusing landscape of "food freedom." Many individuals escaping the clutches of diet culture find themselves swinging from rigid restriction to a state of rebellion where they feel out of control with food. Colleen explains why this "pendulum swing" is a normal part of the process and introduces the solution: finding a sustainable middle ground. By marrying the principles of intuitive eating with the foundational science of nutrition, Colleen and Dr. Cristina discuss how to transition from a "no rules" rebellion into a life where food is no longer the center of your world, but rather a tool for nourishment and joy. SHOW NOTES: Click here Follow me on Instagram @behind_the_bite_podcast Visit the website: www.behindthebitepodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini sits down with Registered Dietitian Colleen Christensen to unpack the confusing landscape of "food freedom." Many individuals escaping the clutches of diet culture find themselves swinging from rigid restriction to a state of rebellion where they feel out of control with food. Colleen explains why this "pendulum swing" is a normal part of the process and introduces the solution: finding a sustainable middle ground. By marrying the principles of intuitive eating with the foundational science of nutrition, Colleen and Dr. Cristina discuss how to transition from a "no rules" rebellion into a life where food is no longer the center of your world, but rather a tool for nourishment and joy. SHOW NOTES: Click here Follow me on Instagram @behind_the_bite_podcast Visit the website: www.behindthebitepodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's episode, I chat about: I read 3 different food recovery Reddit stories I talk about recovery into a world that is just going to want to push you back into your food behaviors Grieving the time that has passed since your food coping behaviors began The comfort with being in the sympathetic nervous system making it difficult to recover The optimal pace of food recoveryThere are 4 days left to sign up for the Somatic Eating® Program! 

Do you feel like eating has to happen a certain way or your anxiety spirals? Do food rules, rituals, or intrusive thoughts take over your day in ways that feel exhausting but impossible to stop? In this episode of The Dr. Marianne-Land Podcast, Dr. Marianne Miller explores the complex overlap between OCD and eating disorders, including how compulsions, “just-right” feelings, anxiety, sensory sensitivities, and rigid food patterns can quietly shape someone's relationship with eating. Many people with OCD and eating disorders do not fit stereotypes. Some people struggle with restrictive eating, binge eating, ARFID, food avoidance, or repetitive rituals around meals without realizing that obsessive-compulsive patterns may be part of what is driving the cycle. This episode breaks down why food can become attached to safety, certainty, and relief from distress, and why recovery requires more than simply “stopping” the behavior. Dr. Marianne also explores how neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism, can overlap with OCD and eating disorders in ways that are frequently misunderstood in traditional treatment spaces. What OCD and Eating Disorders Can Look Like Around Food This episode explores how OCD can show up through food rituals, rigid eating rules, repetitive behaviors, intrusive thoughts, contamination fears, and overwhelming “not-right” feelings connected to meals and eating experiences. Dr. Marianne explains why these patterns often become reinforced over time and why eating can begin to feel emotionally loaded, exhausting, and difficult to navigate. The Difference Between Food Preferences, Rituals, and Compulsions Not every food routine is automatically OCD, and not every eating disorder behavior comes from body image concerns. Dr. Marianne discusses the difference between supportive structure versus compulsive rigidity and explains why understanding the function of behaviors matters so much in eating disorder recovery. OCD, Neurodivergence, and Eating Disorders Many autistic people and ADHDers rely on predictability, sensory consistency, and routines to reduce overwhelm. This episode explores how OCD can intensify those needs and why treatment must account for sensory processing, executive functioning, anxiety, and nervous system regulation instead of relying on shame or force. Why “Just Stop the Behavior” Usually Does Not Work When providers or loved ones do not understand OCD and eating disorders, people often receive advice that increases distress instead of helping. Dr. Marianne explains why compulsions and rituals are not simply habits people can turn off instantly and why recovery requires compassion, pacing, flexibility, and support for the nervous system. Recovery From OCD and Eating Disorders This episode also explores what can actually help when food rules and compulsions take over. Dr. Marianne discusses building tolerance for uncertainty, gently interrupting rituals, supporting sensory needs, reducing shame, and creating more flexibility around eating without overwhelming the nervous system. Related Episodes When Eating Disorders Meet Anxiety, OCD, or Depression: Co-Occurring Challenges & Recovery Strategies on Apple & Spotify. Obsessions, Compulsions, and Control: How OCD Intertwines With Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. Food, Fear, & Fixation: How OCD Shapes Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne Miller Dr. Marianne Miller is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and eating disorder therapist who specializes in ARFID, binge eating disorder, anorexia, bulimia, OCD, and neurodivergent-affirming care. She works with teens and adults in California and offers coaching support more broadly. Learn more about therapy, coaching, and eating disorder recovery support on her website drmariannemiller.com. Listen and Subscribe If this episode resonated with you, follow The Dr. Marianne-Land Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and share this episode with someone who feels trapped in food rules, rituals, anxiety, or intrusive thoughts around eating.

In this episode of The Love Yourself Thin Podcast, Dara continues her powerful series on the hidden history of diet culture and weight loss. Last week, we explored the blueprint of shame. This week, we uncover the control trap. Why have so many women stopped trusting themselves around food? Why do we believe an app, a diet book, or a set of food rules knows our body better than we do? Dara walks through the history of weight loss culture—from the first diet book in 1863 to calorie counting, slimming clubs, diet pills, Weight Watchers, processed food marketing, and today's GLP-1 era—to reveal how the diet industry slowly trained women to distrust their own hunger, body, and intuition. If you've spent decades starting over every Monday, following someone else's rules, and feeling like you "fail" when you can't keep up, this episode will help you understand why. This conversation is especially for women over 50 who are tired of dieting, tired of obsessing over food, and ready to create permanent weight loss by healing the deeper patterns underneath emotional eating, perfectionism, procrastination, and people-pleasing. In this episode, Dara discusses: ✨ The first diet book and how weight loss became rule-based ✨ Why diet culture teaches women to distrust themselves ✨ The connection between control, shame, and food ✨ How calorie counting changed women's relationship with eating ✨ The rise of slimming clubs, diet pills, and public weigh-ins ✨ Why food rules often become emotional "buffers" ✨ The difference between external control and self-governance ✨ How emotional eating is often about safety, not food ✨ Why lasting weight loss starts with trust, not restriction Dara also shares personal insights about growing up as a people-pleaser, how food became emotional protection, and why learning to feel emotions instead of controlling them changed everything. If you're ready to stop fighting yourself and finally understand the real reason weight loss has felt so hard, this episode is for you. Connect with Dara: Subscribe to the podcast for weekly conversations about emotional eating, mindset, and permanent weight loss for women 50+. Follow Dara on Instagram: @dara_tomasson If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend and leave a review—it helps more women find freedom from the dieting cycle. If you're ready to dig deeper into what is holding you back from achieving your weight loss goals, book a call with Dara to explore the options - Book a Call Explore more about Dara's program HERE  

When it comes to the phenomenon that is consciousness, there is one point on which scientists, philosophers, and artists all agree: it feels like something to be us. Yet the fact that we have a subjective experience of the world remains one of nature's greatest mysteries. How is it that our mental operations are accompanied by feelings, thoughts, and a sense of self? What would a scientific investigation of our inner life look like when we have as little distance and perspective on it as fish do of the sea? In A World Appears, Michael Pollan traces the unmapped continent that is consciousness, bringing radically different perspectives—scientific, philosophical, literary, spiritual, and psychedelic—to see what each can teach us about this central fact of life. When neuroscientists began studying consciousness in the early 1990s, they sought to explain how and why three pounds of spongy gray matter could generate a subjective point of view — assuming that the brain is the source of our perceived reality. Pollan takes us to the cutting edge of the field, where scientists are entertaining more radical (and less materialist) theories of consciousness. He introduces us to "plant neurobiologists" searching for the first flicker of consciousness in plants, scientists striving to engineer feelings into AI, and psychologists and novelists seeking to capture the felt experience of our slippery stream of consciousness. In Pollan's exploration of consciousness, he discovers a world far deeper and stranger than our everyday reality. Eye-opening and mind-expanding, A World Appears takes us into the laboratories of our own minds, ultimately showing us how we might make better use of the gift of awareness to more meaningfully connect with our deepest selves. Michael Pollan is the author of ten books, including This Is Your Mind on Plants, How to Change Your Mind, Cooked, Food Rules, In Defense of Food, The Omnivore's Dilemma, and The Botany of Desire, all of which were New York Times bestsellers. He is also the author of the audiobook Caffeine. A Guggenheim and Radcliffe Fellow, Pollan has taught writing at the University of California, Berkeley, and at Harvard University. In 2010, Time named him one of the one hundred most influential people in the world. Jon Mooallem is the author of three books, Wild Ones, This is Chance! and the essay collection Serious Face. He lives on Bainbridge Island.  Buy the Book A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness Elliott Bay Book Company

Nutrition advice for kids can feel overwhelming right now. In this episode, pediatric dietitian Jill Castle breaks down popular nutrition trends like seed oils, sugar, protein obsession, clean eating, and the Dirty Dozen list. She explains what parents actually need to know, what's worth paying attention to, and how to support a child's health without creating fear or rigid food rules.

We often think that food rules just serve the purpose of wanting to feel healthier, change your body, or stick to your diet, but what if I told you it goes way beyond that? In this episode, we're talking about how unhealthy food patterns can start to feel like emotional safety and why letting go of them can feel so uncomfortable, even when you know they're hurting you. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community Food Noise Quiz Free Training - Why You Still Think about Food & How to Stop it Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests

Are you "being bad" for eating cake or looking for "guilt-free" foods? In this eye-opening episode, Heather Creekmore uncovers how modern diet culture has borrowed religious language—like sin, guilt, and temptation—and transformed eating into a moral battleground. Discover why labels like "clean eating" or "cheat days" aren't just diet lingo but clues to a whole alternate religion we unknowingly follow. You’ll walk away with a new perspective on the words and rules you’ve absorbed about food and body, and a biblically grounded reminder that God’s table is about grace, not judgment. Don’t miss this liberating conversation that will help you stop comparing and start living with joy and freedom at the dinner table. Join us as we: Break down the roots of food guilt and temptation language Examine what Scripture really says about food, pleasure, and purity Challenge the diet culture religion and reclaim the grace and freedom God intended Listen now—you’ll never hear the words "guilty pleasure" the same way again! This is part one of a brand new series looking at religious language we use around food, body, diets, and even fashion! References & Resources Books referenced: "Health, Money and Love, and Why We Don't Enjoy Them" by Robert Farrar Capon "Seculosity" by David Zahl The 40 Day Body Image WorkbookHeather Creekmore's book is discussed throughout the series. The next group journey starts Wednesday, June 3rd. More info at improvebodyimage.com. Notable Quotes "Diet culture is not just like a religion—it literally operates like one, complete with sin and temptation and confession and atonement and a promise of salvation if you can just get all the food and exercise rules right." (04:21) "The Bible says eat with gladness. God has already approved." (32:32) "Clean eating has borrowed its central metaphor, cleanliness, from a religious tradition that...the New Testament has moved on [from]." (27:32) Mentions of Other Episodes Upcoming in the Series: Episode 2: Analysis of religious language in diet programs such as Optavia and Gwen Shamblin's Weigh Down Workshop and their impact on true Christian faith. Episode 3: Discussion on forgiving fashion—why we talk about clothes as "forgiving" and unpacking this language. Connect & Learn More Join the 40-Day Journey or get more resources: improvebodyimage.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

My current perspective on eating disorders is that labeling food behaviors as a disorder has kept the field of food recovery distracted, continuing to focus on that food is the problem. Patterns of binge eating, restriction, yo yo dieting, food noise, and body image struggles need to be re-labeled as nervous system dysregulation or a trauma response. Food, for many, was never actually the problem, but it was the strategy to support the nervous system, to cultivate safety, and to produce specific neurotransmitters. The safer you feel in your body, the less you can experience food or body image impulses that are trying to facilitate safety.In this week's episode, I chat with Francesca Annenberg, Eating Disorder Recovery, Somatic Practitioner, and Psychedelic Integration Guide, about: How psychedelic assisted therapies can be utilized in food recoveryHow movement, sensory awareness and reconnecting with the body can transform food and body image issuesBuilding safety and trust in the bodyThe connection between food, relationships, and self worthYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode here: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/breakthrough-food-recovery-stucknessI truly believe somatic psychology has been the missing piece for many people struggling for decades with their food and body image. This is why I'm passionate about teaching my three month live Somatic Eating® Program to be able to reach more people with this work. You can learn more at ​somaticeating.com​. The doors are open to join now and I would love to connect with you more in the program.With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Francesca: Website: http://www.francescaeatsroses.com/ IG + TikTok: @francescaeatsroses LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-rose-annenberg-46966631 Email: hello@francescaeatsroses.comSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPlSpecial thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.bensou...

The longer I hang on social media, the more I see that it's confusing women in all areas of their life. And no where is it more evident than in the food / weight loss / metabolism area.It has become over complicated, and it is most certainly setting women BACK in their physique desires...this is NOT how we want to live.For my women, we want to live with FOOD FREEDOM, which means we come to understand and respect our food, and we learn to live INTUITIVELY.Our macros are in line (protein, carbs, fats) because we have learned how much we need, when, and why.It's not complicated ladies...it really just takes a bit of time and commitment at the start...and THEN we can let go of the formulas, counting, weighing...UGH. Who truly wants to live like that? Not me! Not at my tender age....FREEDOM is at the top of the mountain for us 50+ women...ENJOY this podcast (I also go into it more deeplt in my Youtube Channel - Karen McCoy Fitness - Four Food Rules.Book a complimentary Body Breakthrough strategy call with Karen and move into YOUR Best Body and Life beyond 40! www.warriorwomanfitness.com/apply

I have a saying, Embody first, Examine later.When you're feeling like you're drowning in body image concerns or food impulses, your prefrontal cortex is shut down. This is the part of your brain where you rationalize and can think through what is going on. When that part of your brain is diminished, it can be much harder to try to understand what message your body is trying to send you through food cravings or body image worries.At this point, what is often needed is non-verbal connection with your body. Your body needs support in assessing that it is safe.In this week's episode, I chat with Beverly Atkins, Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner and the founder of Pauseture, about: The impact of movement on body awarenessNavigating body image and self perceptionCultural influences on body image and how the practice of Feldenkrais can support in updating your experience of your bodyHow to shift focus from appearance to sensationUnderstanding food behaviors through movement and nervous system attunementYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/feldenkrais-practice-can-improve-body-imageLastly, the doors to the Somatic Eating® Program are officially open!!! Early bird pricing of $150 off goes until Tuesday, April 28th. Enter EARLY (or EARLY30 for the payment plan) at checkout at somaticeating.com.With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Beverly: Website: https://www.pauseture.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauseture/Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPlSpecial thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.bensou...

What happens when three podcasters get together to talk about the intersection of professional success and disordered eating? Pure gold. In this candid conversation with fellow podcasters Kelly Lewis and Jenna Kaitbenski we dive deep into why smart, successful women get trapped by stupid food rules and how corporate culture creates the perfect storm for disordered eating. This raw, unfiltered discussion covers: Why 73% of women in corporate environments engage in disordered eating behaviors How the same traits that make you successful at work make you vulnerable to eating disorders The shocking truth: only 6% of people with eating disorders are actually underweight Why exercise addiction is the "acceptable" eating disorder How your body becomes a project to optimize rather than a life to live The mortality reality: eating disorders have the highest death rate of any mental illness Breaking the "not sick enough" myth that keeps women trapped For the smart woman who knows her food rules are stupid but can't stop following them. THE CORPORATE-EATING DISORDER CONNECTION The stereotype: Young, white ballerinas or models The reality: Lawyers, doctors, corporate women, founders—high-performing women crushing it in their careers Why high achievers are vulnerable: Perfectionism, discipline, control, high standards Ability to push through discomfort "Results over rest" mentality Everything becomes a metric to optimize 73% of women in corporate environments engage in at least one disordered eating behavior—restriction, excessive exercise, binge eating, or other control mechanisms. THE OPTIMIZATION TRAP "When everything becomes a metric you have to optimize, your body becomes a project. And projects can be controlled, manipulated, and perfected." The progression: Tracking steps, calories, macros Quantifying your entire existence Body becomes another business problem to solve Rest becomes something to earn, not something you need Productivity equals your value or worth The cruel reality: The eating disorder voice will never say "enough." It will always demand more optimization, more control, more perfection. THE "NOT SICK ENOUGH" LIE SHOCKING STATISTIC: Only 6% of people with eating disorders are actually underweight. That means 94% are at regular weight or overweight and still struggling with disordered behaviors. What this creates: "In order to be considered sick enough, I have to prove it by losing weight"—which becomes another way the disorder tricks you into getting sicker. The truth: Your next-door neighbor could be purging after dinner for 20 years at an average weight, and you'd never know. THE HIDDEN COSTS Beyond the physical damage (bone density, heart issues, GI problems, fertility): Relationships suffer—you're not present, always obsessing Time stolen—years of life consumed by food and body thoughts Energy depleted—surviving on coffee and accolades instead of nourishment Cognitive function—brain fog from inadequate fuel Professional impact—who can perform at their best while malnourished? Most devastating: "I missed my mom's funeral because I was trying to find a gym to work out"—the disorder makes you miss life itself. THE IDENTITY SHIFT Separating your voices: Your best self (Lindsey)—operates with excellence, nourishes, rests The eating disorder voice (Gina)—demands control, optimization, never enough "Gina, sit down. Shut up. Not today. Lindsey is driving the bus." Reframing your body: From optimization project → to "her" deserving respect From earning rest → to rest as requirement From food rules → to body wisdom From external metrics → to internal trust THE CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS On exercise compulsion: "Rest is bad. Rest is lazy. You mean you need to rest? It's this productivity that equals your worth." On the never enough cycle: "At my thinnest, I hated parts of my body. It will never be enough." On breaking free: "I now know when life gets stressful, my default is to not eat. But nourishment is non-negotiable if I want to be a peak performer." On hope: "If you are alive and breathing, you can get out of this. There is another side. You are not stuck." KEY QUOTES

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Since my time in graduate school for somatic psychotherapy, I have shared with anyone who would listen about the connection between somatics and nutrition. It has felt absurd to me that food was never talked about in my somatic studies. In my PhD interview, I passionately shared that I believe there is a need to bring the field of nutrition into somatics. This has been a 20-year journey where I'm seeing that others have also been trying to combine these fields. One of those people I'm thrilled to bring back onto the podcast.In this week's episode, I chat with Luis Mojica, Somatic Educator, certified in Holistic Nutrition, and author of Food Therapy, about: How Luis also came to combine the fields of somatics, nutrition, and traumaFood as a witness to your darkest momentsWhat different foods will do in your nervous systemThe importance of titrating balancing foods into your mealsOwning the choice to lean on food Somatic practices to move through cravings Discovering what your most craved foods are trying to do for you You can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/how-to-use-food-cravings-as-feedback-of-your-nervous-system-statesWith Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Luis: Website: www.holisticlifenavigation.com Link to book page: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/the-book Podcast: www.holisticlifenavigation.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistic.life.navigationSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPlSpecial thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.bensou...

Send us Fan MailGuilt about leaving food and the urge to eat fast often come from childhood rules and scarcity, not a lack of discipline. We talk through how food stories shape adult eating and how to rebuild trust with hunger, fullness, and choice. • how clean your plate rules override hunger and fullness cues • why food behaviors are learned survival strategies, not moral failures • how food insecurity can show up as rushing, hoarding, overeating, and anxiety • dropping good and bad food labels to reduce shame and backlash eating • identifying food rules and tracing where they came from • reconnecting with hunger and satiety cues using a 1 to 10 scale • choosing one calm meal to practice mindful eating and avoid multitasking • giving yourself permission to leave a few bites and sit with discomfort • building food security with consistent meals, snacks, and reliable foods at home • setting respectful boundaries at family gatherings while honoring culture I invite you to send me a message, download this episode, share it with a friend. If you want to go over some of these rules with me, I'll be more than happy to do that with you. Thank you for listening. Please subscribe to this podcast and share with a friend. If you would like to know more about my services, please message at fueledbyleo@gmail.comMy YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0SqBP44jMNYSzlcJjOKJdg

Around 2018, I was living in Denver, Colorado and I was in my ongoing process of combining the fields of somatics, nutrition, nervous system, and trauma. I've wanted to learn as much as I can about all of the possible perspectives of what affects and shapes our food interactions. I was a member at the Denver Botanic Gardens and found out they were holding an all day nutrition workshop with Dr. Deanna Minich. I had been following her work for a long time and was so excited to learn from her in person. Some of the things I learned at that workshop I still cite today in sessions. I have admired the way Dr. Minich combines nutritional science and spirituality. So you can imagine how overjoyed I was when she agreed to come on the podcast and share her wisdom. In this week's episode, I chat with Dr. Deanna Minich, Nutrition Scientist and Chief Scientific Officer at Symphony Natural Health, about: Eating and circadian rhythmThe relationship between food and spiritualityFood and connection with lineage, ancestry, and generational traumaPersonal food stories and food associationsThe power of sensitivityEmbracing color, play, and creativity with food You can also read the transcript to this week's episode here: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/create-your-eating-timeline-to-understand-your-food-storyI hope you love this chat as much as I did and email me anytime with any insights you had from this episode! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch Dr. Deanna Minich: Website: https://www.deannaminich.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.minich/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannaminich/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/foodandspirit Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannaminich/Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPlSpecial thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.bensou...

When I first entered into the world of wellness culture, I was swept up in the promise of health, vibrancy, and fixing every symptom I had and could ever have. I did the detoxes, the cleanses, the supplements, the colonics, the detox foot baths, the energy work, and the elimination diets. Now, if you're thinking, "Wait. I have done some of those things and they were helpful to me." That is great! But, what I've noticed is that wellness culture has commodified health to sell something. Things it didn't guide me to look at were detoxing my thoughts, my social media feeds, my low self esteem, and my trauma. Attending to these things was far more beneficial for my health and well being than any supplement I could ever take. Constantly trying to digest internal harsh criticism was part of what was fueling all of my symptoms as my body was living in a sympathetic nervous system state and the longer you stay in a fight or flight response, the more your body is going to struggle to stabilize. In this week's episode, I chat with Michele Scarlet, Board-Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Certified Personal Trainer, and Women's Health Coach, about: The impact of stressUnderstanding body communicationDetoxing mythsHow to support the body in a toxic world and no we're not just talking about what you ingest but also what you surround yourself withNavigating food choicesFostering self compassionYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode here: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/busting-detox-mythsHope you enjoy this week's episode and talk to you more soon! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Michele: Website: https://www.michelescarlet.com/about Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelescarlet_/Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPlSpecial thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.bensou...

Are you following "healthy" food rules religiously? Counting every macro? Never eating past 7pm? Walking exactly 10,000 steps? What if I told you these rules aren't keeping you healthy—they're actually keeping you sick? Today I'm exposing the "Holy Food Rules Bible" we've all been handed by diet culture and fake wellness experts. These arbitrary commandments have become our gospel truth, but they're lies disguised as health advice. In this episode, you'll discover: Why the food rules you think are healthy are actually harmful The truth behind popular rules (10K steps was literally a marketing campaign!) How macro counting increases anxiety and disordered eating by 73% Why following rigid rules disconnects you from your body's wisdom The psychological damage these rules create How to replace diet culture commandments with body trust The ONE thing you can do today to start breaking free Ready to throw out the rule book and trust your body instead? THE "HOLY FOOD RULES BIBLE" EXPOSED These aren't truths—they're marketing lies that have become sacred commandments: ❌ "No eating past 7pm" → Your body doesn't have a magic clock ❌ "10,000 steps daily" → Came from 1960s Japanese marketing, not science ❌ "Count your macros" → Your body doesn't care about perfect ratios ❌ "Fast intermittently" → Can disrupt women's hormones and trigger restriction cycles ❌ "Cycle your carbs" → Just restriction in disguise ❌ "High protein, low carb/fat" → Your body needs ALL macronutrients These rules create morality around food, disconnect you from body wisdom, and increase anxiety by 400%. THE PSYCHOLOGICAL DAMAGE Following rigid food rules: Creates "good" vs "bad" morality around eating Disconnects you from hunger, fullness, and cravings Increases ruminating thoughts about food by 400% Sets you up for failure and shame cycles Keeps you trapped in external validation instead of body trust CLIENT TRANSFORMATION "For years, I was trapped by strict rules, 'fear foods,' and compulsive exercise. I followed every rule religiously, thinking they were keeping me healthy. But I wasn't healthy—I was anxious, obsessed, and missing out on life. Working with Lindsey, I learned to question every single rule and replace them with body wisdom. Now I eat when I'm hungry, move because it feels good, and I'm finally present for the people I love." REPLACE RULES WITH BODY WISDOM Instead of rigid commandments, try these principles: ✅ "No eating past 7pm" → "I eat when my body needs nourishment" ✅ "10,000 steps daily" → "I move my body in ways that feel good" ✅ "Count every macro" → "I nourish my body with variety and abundance" ✅ "Fast for 16 hours" → "I honor my hunger whenever it shows up" ✅ "Never eat the same thing twice" → "I eat what sounds good and satisfying" Principles give you freedom. Rules give you prison. THE ONE THING TO DO TODAY Write down every food rule you're currently following. Every commandment from your personal "Holy Food Rules Bible." Then pick ONE rule to abandon this week. Replace it with body wisdom and trust. Start small. Question everything. Your body already knows what it needs. KEY QUOTES

The statement, “You are not your body,” needs some somatic updating. This statement, which has been said countless of times to try to decrease body image struggles, actually guides you in detaching from the body, further causing separation from safely inhabiting the body.René Descartes' “I think, therefore I am,” reinforced a mind-body split. This contributed to the belief that the body is meant to be transcended and translated to: don't listen to your body, hunger, fatigue, needs, or sensations. This has led to further objectification of the body that it can be shaped to meet the mind's desires. and detaching from the body in the process doesn't teach you how to sense, feel, and relate to your body.In this week's Satiated Podcast episode, I chat about: Challenging the statement you are not your bodyThe importance of inhabiting your body to decrease body image issuesBody image and your nervous systemUpdating the you are not your body sentimentJournaling questions You can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/you-are-not-your-body-or-are-youHope you enjoy this episode and talk with you next week!With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPlSpecial thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.bensou...

In John 5, Jesus heals a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years — and then tells him to do something shocking: “Pick up your mat and walk.” The problem? It was unlawful to carry your mat on the Sabbath. Why would Jesus ask him to break a religious rule? Because obedience to Christ will always matter more than man-made regulations. In today's episode, we're talking about how following Jesus may challenge your food rules — the ones that once made you feel safe. Whether it's “no carbs after 7,” tracking everything you eat, or believing you have to earn your food through exercise, the Holy Spirit may gently invite you to do something different. And that invitation can feel uncomfortable. But freedom often does. If you've ever felt tension between your faith and your food rules, this episode will help you discern the difference between Spirit-led conviction and fear-based restriction. What You'll Learn: Why Jesus sometimes disrupts rule-following How food rules can masquerade as discipline The difference between wisdom and fear How to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit in your health journey Work With Abbie Here: https://bio.site/abbiestasior

Something I've noticed in food recovery is that certain foods and meals become associated with dieting. Suddenly, you're afraid or feeling resistance to eating certain vegetables or fruits because these foods have been somatically connected to deprivation and restriction. Your body tenses, your breath gets shallow, you feel tight, and you hear an internal, "NO, don't eat that." You might find yourself questioning if you're on a diet if you choose the salad over the burger. The sensations attached to NO make it feel like eating these foods are "wrong." And when you do eat these foods, you feel panicked about if you're going to get enough, will you be satiated, does this mean you're back on a diet again, and on and on. A part of food recovery can be updating your body's story that all foods are safe but this is not only the foods you have labeled as "bad" but also the foods you used to diet with. In this week's episode, I chat with Bonnie Roney, Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, about: The illusion of control in dietingRebuilding trust with your bodyNavigating the hunger and fullness scaleThe importance of consistent eatingNuances to saying yes and no to foodsUnderstanding food choices beyond dietingVisualizing your life and finding your identity beyond dietsYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/making-empowered-food-choices-beyond-diet-cultureI really loved this conversation and you will walk away feeling a lot of relief in how to normalize all of your food decisions.With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Bonnie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diet.culture.rebel/ Website: https://dietculturerebel.com/Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.benso...

"By age 40, one in five women has dealt with an eating disorder—twice the rate we see by age 21." – Harvard UniversityWhile society often frames eating disorders as a struggle for teenagers, the reality is that women in midlife are increasingly vulnerable. In this episode, Dr. Rachel Pope addresses the "silent epidemic" affecting millions of women as they navigate the convergence of hormonal shifts, body image pressures, and life transitions.As we continue our New Year's series on weight management and GLP-1 medications, Dr. Pope is joined by internationally recognized expert Dr. Lucene Wisniewski. Together, they discuss the thin line between a healthy focus on nutrition and the onset of disordered eating. Why do perimenopause and menopause create a "biological window of risk"? How do we distinguish between "discipline" and "obsession"?Dr. Lucene Wisniewski, PhD, FAED, is a leader in eating disorder treatment and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with nearly 30 years of experience. She provides a compassionate, evidence-based look at how women can protect their mental health while pursuing physical wellness.In this episode, we discuss: The Hormonal Connection: Why the menopause transition is a high-risk period for both relapses and "de novo" (new) eating disorders. Effective vs. Rigid Eating: Moving away from black-and-white "food rules" toward a flexible, social, and balanced relationship with fuel. Red Flags in Midlife: How to identify signs of preoccupation, body checking, and the moralization of food. The "Binge-Restrict" Cycle: Why "not eating" is often the biggest trigger for out-of-control eating. Tracking Apps & Tech: When tools like macro-trackers stop being helpful and start becoming a "life stance." ARFID in Adults: Understanding Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder and how it differs from traditional anorexia. Supporting Others: How to broach a conversation with a friend or family member without causing shame (and why you should never do it at the dinner table).National Resources for Help: NEDA Helpline: (800) 931-2237 Crisis Text Line: Text "HOME" to 741741 ANAD Helpline: (888) 375-7767About Our Guest:Dr. Lucene Wisniewski is the Founder and Chief Clinical Officer of the Center for Evidence-Based Treatment (CEBT). She is a Fellow of the Academy for Eating Disorders and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Case Western Reserve University.Connect with Dr. Wisniewski: Website: cebtohio.comConnect with Dr. Rachel Pope: Website: ourwomanity.com Social Media: @drrachelpope

Why do food rules feel so helpful at first… and so exhausting later?In this episode, we unpack the hidden psychology behind dieting frameworks, points systems, and “on track/off track” thinking — and why they often work beautifully in the beginning… until real life gets involved.You'll learn:Why food rules reduce stress (at first)What actually happens when life disrupts the planThe difference between structure and restrictionWhy guilt isn't a motivation tool — it's a trust eroderWhat makes consistency feel calmer and more sustainableThis isn't about bashing any programme.It's about understanding why food stops feeling neutral… and how to rebuild trust with yourself without removing structure entirely.If you're tired of starting again every Monday, this one will make sense.Access the Guilt Reset Guide here: https://www.sustainnutrition.co.uk/guilt-reset

This Lightning Round segment of the OmniTalk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, Quorso, and Veloq, closes out the show with rapid-fire takes on culture, fashion, and the lighter side of retail. From Ralph Lauren's Olympic uniforms and Cracker Barrel's employee dining rules to winter travel escapes and Kelly Clarkson nostalgia, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga, joined by A&M's Ken Cochran and Jon Malankar, keep things moving with quick hits and strong opinions. ⏩ Tune in for the full episode here: https://youtu.be/zqyHBYoL9N4 #RetailLightningRound #RetailCulture #FashionRetail #PopCulture #RetailNews #OlympicsFashion #CrackerBarrel #OmniTalk

Over the past few years, I've become more interested in neurodiversity. I've had more people come to work with me navigating being on the ADHD or autism spectrums and telling me that intuitive eating didn't work for them. I saw that many of the bodily changes that can occur as a response to trauma can already be happening in someone's brain when in the spectrum of neurodiversity. This can include quicker shifts into activated or collapsed nervous system states, less dopamine and time spent in a safety, more energy utilized to socialize, navigate transitions and make decisions. This can show up with food as struggling to hear hunger and fullness cues, heightened sensitivity to texture, taste, or smells, sensory seeking with crunch or flavor, difficulties with planning, cooking, or remembering to eat.In this week's episode, I chat with Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas, clinical neuroscientist, nutrition researcher, autistic ADHDer, and author, about: ADHD and nutritionListening to your unique body's signalsUnderstanding sensory sensitivitiesThe role environment plays in food choicesThe connection between trauma and foodFinding balance in nutritionPractical meal prep strategiesYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/bioindividual-approach-to-nutrition-for-neurodiversity-and-adhdEnjoy this week's episode and reach out with any insights! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Dr. Miguel here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmiguelmateas/ Website: https://drmiguelmateas.comBook: ADHD Body and Mind https://amzn.to/4riUEjoSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.benso...

In this episode of the Outsmart Overeating Podcast, Coach Steph and I go somewhere most diets never do: your childhood.   Not to blame your parents. Not to dig up drama.   But to finally understand why food and how you feel about your body is so complicated, emotional, and challenging... no matter how many diets you've tried.   If you've spent decades calorie counting, "being good," falling off track, bingeing, and wondering what's wrong with me? This conversation will be a huge lightbulb moment.   We break down how early food rules, body comments, and family dynamics quietly shape your eating patterns today… and most importantly, what to do about it now.   You'll learn: Why overeating isn't a willpower problem... it's a learned pattern How restrictive or chaotic upbringings can fuel bingeing and food obsession The hidden link between body image, self-worth, and food guilt How to build structure without punishment Simple awareness shifts you can start using today to reduce food noise   This episode will help you drop the shame, understand your patterns, and start making choices from your values, not fear.   If you're ready to stop fighting food and actually feel normal around it again, press play.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.     Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.      If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type

Wellness culture teaches you how to NOT feel enough. It is never enough biohacking, protein, red light therapy, organic, sprouted, activated, pure, lectin free food. Feeling like you're never going to get it “right” does not create wellness. What creates "wellness" are things that cannot be commodified and sold to you as the answer to your fears and worries. In this week's Satiated Podcast episode, I chat with Jenn Trepeck, Certified Health & Nutrition Coach, & author about: What uncomplicating wellness looks like & meansBiostacking rather than biohackingThe basics of wellnessDefining personal wellnessThe impact of diet cultureWhat wellness actually includes according to researchYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/uncomplicating-wellnessEmail me any of your insights at support@stephaniemara.com!With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Jenn: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenntrepeck/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JenniferTrepeck TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jenntrepeck LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/jennifertrepeck Website: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/ Book Uncomplicating Wellness: https://amzn.to/4pPH3PB Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.benso...

Send us a textDr. Cate Shanahan is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out her first appearance on episode 672 of Boundless Body Radio!Dr. Cate Shanahan is the leading authority on nutrition and human metabolism! Cate Shanahan, MD is a Cornell-trained physician-scientist whose works have inspired entire movements involving bone broth, live-culture ferments, and seed oil-free business empires.Together with NBA legend Gary Vitti, she created the LA Lakers PRO Nutrition program, which has been emulated by elite championship teams around the world. Dedicated to her field, she runs a telehealth practice as well as a health-education website, DrCate.com, and lives with her family on a peaceful lake in Florida.She is a board-certified family physician with over 20 years of clinical experience and she is the New York Times bestselling author of The FatBurn Fix, Deep Nutrition, Food Rules, and her latest book Dark Calories: How Vegetable Oils Destroy Our Health and How We Can Get It Back. She's also the Medical and Scientific Advisor at CB Supplements, overseeing their premium-grade multi collagen protein with former podcast guest Charlie Bailes.Find Dr. Cate at-https://drcate.comhttps://drcate.com/free-resources/IG- @drcateshanahanHow It's Made - Canola Oil! UNBELIVABLY DISGUSTING.* Hateful 8 Challenge* The Carb CalculatorFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

What's on the other side of fear, food rules, and constant self-criticism? In this personal growth podcast clip, we talk about how self-compassion, nuance, and letting go of perfectionism can create more mental space, deeper connection, and lasting happiness.  Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/the-power-of-eating-without-fear Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference use code “LISTENER” for $20 off Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee ⁠Free DSL Training⁠ Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why did Daniel refuse the king's food in Daniel chapter 1? Was the Daniel Fast really about vegetables, or was something much deeper happening? In this episode of The 2KK Uncensored Podcast, Joe and Rachel take an honest, Scripture-first look at why Daniel ate the way he did in Daniel 1 — and why the modern version of the Daniel Fast often misses the biblical point entirely. Every year, especially in January, Christians search for answers about the Daniel Fast, what foods are allowed, whether it has to be plant-based, and how to "do it right." But when we slow down and read Daniel 1 in context, we discover the fast was not about food purity, dietary superiority, or earning righteousness. Daniel's food choice was about: Faithfulness in exile Identity in a pagan culture Obedience to God over cultural indulgence Drawing clear spiritual boundaries in Babylon In this episode, we unpack: Why Daniel refused the king's food and wine What the Daniel Fast was actually meant to accomplish How modern interpretations can unintentionally create legalism Why fasting was never supposed to be about food alone Whether someone eating keto or carnivore can still honor the heart of the Daniel Fast How focusing on intention, obedience, and discipline brings freedom instead of confusion This is an uncensored conversation about Scripture, faith, fasting, and health — without religious pressure, food guilt, or rule-based spirituality. Whether you follow keto, carnivore, low-carb, or are simply seeking biblical understanding, this episode reframes the Daniel Fast around the heart, not the plate. If you've ever wondered: "Am I doing the Daniel Fast wrong?" "Does fasting have to be plant-based?" "What does the Bible actually say about fasting?" This episode of The 2KK Uncensored Podcast brings clarity, context, and freedom back into the conversation. ✅✅✅Check out some of our Channel Sponsors:✅✅✅ Keto Chow & SaltT: https://2krazyketos.org/Ketochow (automatically gives you 10% off) Carnivore Bar: https://2krazyketos.org/carnivorebar Use code 2krazyketos for 10% off Redmond Real Salt: http://bit.ly/Redmondsalt2kk Use code 2krazyketos for 15% off Keto Brainz: https://2krazyketos.org/KetoBrainz Keto Brick: https://bit.ly/Ketobrick Caraway Cookware: https://2krazyketos.org/Caraway (Gives 10% discount) Pro One Water Filters: https://2krazyketos.org/ProOne Scrummy Sweets: https://2krazyketos.org/scrummy

This holiday week might have been really hard. Surrounded by family, arguments, familial patterns, working on staying connected, trying to enact different patterns with food, and feeling overwhelmed and dysregulated. And for others, ​this week may have included huge wins. You noticed yourself regulating your nervous system, staying connected, choosing other options besides food to connect with yourself, and you got to witness just how far you've come in your food recovery. ​But today, three days after the actual holiday, it may feel like food is even more of a struggle than it was a few days ago. The​ experience of joy, connection, stress, exhaustion, social pressure, and emotional intensity of the day ​may be ove​r, ​but the food is still here.​Maybe you had a plan leading up to the holiday. You had your friends on stand by via text, you had your somatic practices you've learned here or in a session, you showed up for yourself, you tried to stay connected, and so now you may feel utterly confused that you got through the holiday just fine, but want to binge on every holiday leftover food you can find. In this week's Satiated Podcast episode, I chat about: Why leftovers can feel like a threatWhat has changed in your nervous system the day after a holidayMaking sense of your urge to binge leftovers How to somatically process the leftover food binge You can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/when-holiday-leftovers-feel-like-a-threatI'll be putting out a special New Years' episode next week so if there is anything you'd like me to add to this episode on how to somatically enter the new year without diet promises and exercise rules, respond to this email with any questions you have! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.benso...

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3232: Leo Babauta shares two timeless dietary habits from Okinawa that helped him stay lean, even through the indulgent holiday season. By eating only until 80% full and focusing on whole, plant-based foods, he demonstrates how sustainable, mindful choices can lead to real results without strict dieting. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/the-two-okinawan-diet-rules-or-how-im-getting-lean/ Quotes to ponder: "Eat to 80% full. The Okinawans call this rule 'Hara Hachi Bu', and if you haven't tried it, you should." "They eat way more veggies than most people as well as whole grains, tofu, fish and other legumes." "The key is to just get active. Exercise regularly if you can, play sports, toss a ball around with your family." Episode references: Michael Pollan's Food Rules: https://www.amazon.com/Food-Rules-Eaters-Michael-Pollan/dp/014311638X Okinawan Diet (research overview): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7071223/ The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Lessons-Longest-Lived-People/dp/1426207557 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3232: Leo Babauta shares two timeless dietary habits from Okinawa that helped him stay lean, even through the indulgent holiday season. By eating only until 80% full and focusing on whole, plant-based foods, he demonstrates how sustainable, mindful choices can lead to real results without strict dieting. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/the-two-okinawan-diet-rules-or-how-im-getting-lean/ Quotes to ponder: "Eat to 80% full. The Okinawans call this rule 'Hara Hachi Bu', and if you haven't tried it, you should." "They eat way more veggies than most people as well as whole grains, tofu, fish and other legumes." "The key is to just get active. Exercise regularly if you can, play sports, toss a ball around with your family." Episode references: Michael Pollan's Food Rules: https://www.amazon.com/Food-Rules-Eaters-Michael-Pollan/dp/014311638X Okinawan Diet (research overview): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7071223/ The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Lessons-Longest-Lived-People/dp/1426207557 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) are traumatic events that occur in childhood and affect your sense of safety. ACEs have been found to be higher in prevalence among those who struggle with food and body image. As the experience of safety diminishes, the likelihood of binge eating increases.This is why you can't shame yourself for your food behaviors. They are not your fault. You've been made to believe that your food choices are your decision and that if you can't “control” yourself with food, then that is your fault. Yet, this couldn't be further from the truth. Your food and body image behaviors are a response to how your body is digesting your life experiences, not something you're actively choosing or out of a lack of willpower, or self sabotage. In this week's episode, I chat with Rachel Hobbs, Clinical Dietitian, Personal Trainer and Certified Therapist about: A compassion centered focused approach to nutritionHow early childhood experiences affect your food interactionsThe role of shame in food behaviorsHow the nervous system and past trauma shapes food behaviorsSeeing nutrition through a more nuanced perspectiveYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/the-impact-of-food-trauma-on-your-eating-behaviorsI hope that this episode reminds you to meet yourself with compassion these next couple of weeks as you navigate friends, food, and family this holiday season. With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Rachel: Website: https://www.dietitianrachel.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dietitian.rachelhobbs/ Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportMy favorite water filter: https://www.pureeffectfilters.com/#a_aid=somaticeatingReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. ...

The number one question I often get asked in sessions is, "What is the somatic practice I should be doing to calm myself down?"Somatic and nervous system work has been completely misconstrued and misrepresented, and I get why. If all you're seeing on social media is a list of suggestions on practices you can do to make things better or calm yourself down, it can feel like there is some magical tool you can utilize to hack your body. Then all the discomfort would go away, which would perhaps decrease how much you're leaning on food.But, what if you had the utmost confidence that you could be with and flow through any emotion, sensation, feeling, or state? Do you imagine you would have the same reactions you have now with food? What if your urges, impulses, and patterns with food had nothing to do with decreasing the food behavior, but rather increasing your capacity to embody?In this week's Satiated Podcast episode, I chat about: What is underlying food behaviors How to navigate the root cause without any fancy somatic practices What healing can actually look like You can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/why-your-food-behaviors-are-not-the-problemIf there is any topic you'd like me to specifically cover on the podcast, email me at support@stephaniemara.com anytime! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportMy favorite water filter: https://www.pureeffectfilters.com/#a_aid=somaticeatingReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. ...

Thanksgiving vibes, family feuds, and hilarious takes—welcome to another episode of The Pour Horsemen Podcast! We pod solo as we dive into Thanksgiving food rules (Leftovers Gotta BE Trash!), wild family game nights, and leftover debates. Plus, we share laughs about matching velours, lotion etiquette, and holiday spending habits. Don't miss the exclusive behind-the-scenes stories and our unfiltered thoughts on holiday chaos. Join the community for more exclusive content, follow us here, and subscribe to keep the laughs coming. Want to support? Check out our Patreon for bonus content and more! Let's keep the conversation going—drop a comment and tell us your funniest Thanksgiving moment. Hurt At Work? Contact our partners at https://crockett.law for all of your legal needs. @bankonbriantx is ready to help. Join our Patreon for more exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/thepourhorsemen By supporting us, you're not just a listener but a valued part of our community. Use our Code POUR at Bluechew.com for your discount. Follow The Pour Horsemen on Instagram @thepourhorsemen and email at thepourhorsemen@gmail.com. #financialpower #financialpower #menandmoney #relationshipadvice #financialinfluence #leftoverrecipes #thanksgivingfamilygatherings #thanksgivingfamilygatherings #thanksgivingdebates #holidaytraditions CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 08:06 - Thanksgiving Celebration 18:02 - Throwing Away Thanksgiving Leftovers 21:25 - Stuffing vs Dressing Debate 25:33 - Black Friday Sales Tips 32:00 - Black Spending Power Insights 43:15 - OTB Fastlane Concert Experience 56:40 - Do You Lotion Your Skin? 1:05:56 - Final Thoughts and Reflections

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I can't eat after 7 p.m.,” “no carbs during the week,” or “I have to eat perfectly clean”? These kinds of food rules promise control, but they usually leave you feeling stressed, obsessed, and stuck in a scarcity mindset. So today, we're breaking down why these rules don't actually work—and I'm sharing three simple tips to help you step out from under them, so you can eat with more freedom, more confidence, and still reach your goals. And if you want more support, come join our Facebook community, Lose Weight, Live Free. I'd love to connect with you!      

In this heartfelt and deeply relatable episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini welcomes Heidi Dueweke, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Personal Trainer, who shares her powerful journey from years of self-criticism and rigid food rules to true healing and self-acceptance.For much of her life, Heidi believed discipline, control, and self-denial would finally bring her peace. Instead, those beliefs led her down a path of perfectionism, food obsession, and shame. Through therapy, education, and self-discovery, she came to understand that you can't hate your body into healing—and that real change begins when we shift from control to compassion.Together, Dr. Castagnini and Heidi explore the cultural pressures that normalize disordered eating, the hidden links between anxiety, ADHD, and food behaviors, and the freedom that comes from redefining “healthy” on your own terms. This episode offers hope for anyone stuck in the cycle of self-doubt, restriction, or comparison.SHOW NOTES: Click hereFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behind_the_bite Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.comChristy answers an audience question about the food rules she stopped following—and shares four food-related principles she tries to practice.The full version of this episode is for paid subscribers. Listen to the first question here, and sign up for a paid subscription to hear the rest!Get full show notes and references here.Ask a question of your own for a chance to have it answered in a future episode!Christy's second book, The Wellness Trap, is available wherever books are sold. Order it here, or ask for it in your favorite local bookstore. If you're looking to make peace with food and break free from diet and wellness culture, check out Christy's Intuitive Eating Fundamentals online course. 

Thanksgiving is here, and we're laying down the food rules! On this episode of The Pour Horsemen Podcast, we're talking everything from Thanksgiving traditions like eating on paper plates to unconventional holiday food debates—yes, gumbo lovers, we see you! With special guest comedian Jeff Shelley joining the crew, this episode is packed with laughs, real talk, and even a little life advice. We break down Thanksgiving staples, and share what we're most thankful for this year. From hilarious takes on crawfish for Thanksgiving to the ultimate Houston restaurant lineup for your holiday dinner, you don't want to miss this one! Join us in the comments to share your Thanksgiving food rules and let us know your favorite dishes. Don't forget to subscribe for exclusive content and follow us on social media for community updates and more! Follow the crew: @ThePourHorsemen @ShyThugg | @HardbodyKiotti | @Phi1TheDon | @LebronaldPalmer I @yo.dj.silk I @armourie.official Production Crew @TheJohnSims | @1Kharyy Shot at @TheHiveHouston Hurt At Work? Contact our partners at https://crockett.law for all of your legal needs. @bankonbriantx is ready to help. Join our Patreon for more exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/thepourhorsemen By supporting us, you're not just a listener but a valued part of our community. Use our Code POUR at Bluechew.com for your discount. Follow The Pour Horsemen on Instagram @thepourhorsemen and email at thepourhorsemen@gmail.com. #thanksgivingfoodforblackfamilies #houstonthanksgivingrestaurants #thanksgivingmealpreparation #thanksgivingpodcastepisode #thanksgivingcelebrationideas CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 05:41 - Jeff Shelley Comedian of the Year 10:05 - Weekly Recap 13:38 - Black Thanksgiving Foods 19:40 - Houston Restaurants Thanksgiving Meal 43:10 - Reality TV and Relationships 49:20 - Men Disrupting Relationships 50:30 - Yates Game Feelings 53:52 - Gratitude Reflections 59:26 - Self-Pride Moments 1:03:48 - Trae the Truth Helping Others

We were all taught how to eat and move and exist in our bodies. The “shoulds” that you learn from your parents, diet/wellness/fitness culture, magazines, media, movies, family and friends can keep your nervous system stuck in a sympathetic response.When you live in chronic stress or survival states, your system prioritizes safety over sensation. That means you may default to habits that feel familiar and not ones that feel nourishing. You may be engaging in “healthy” acts and feel absolutely horrible because they are not what your body may resonate with or need.Yet, let's normalize that following rigid food or exercise rules can feel stabilizing. This is because they reduce uncertainty. Safety can then get connected to the felt sense of rigidity, where all other feedback from your body about what it needs for flow, play, and long term safety gets drowned out.Exploring what would feel best to you and your present day body can be a journey into self leadership. In this week's episode, I chat with Courtney Townley, health and self-leadership coach, speaker, host of the top-rated Grace & Grit podcast, and author about: Her 4-part Consistency Code frameworkSelf leadershipThe misconceptions of self care and wellnessThe impact of societal expectations on womenNavigating stressPractical steps toward self leadershipYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: www.stephaniemara.com/blog/revolutionize-your-health8 days left to get 30% off my Somatic Eating® Intensive! You can learn more and purchase below with the coupon code SEI30.https://www.stephaniemara.com/learn#coursesWith Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Courtney:Websites: www.graceandgrit.com www.theconsistencycode.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracegrit/Book: The Consistency Code: https://amzn.to/3Kia4EMSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportMy favorite water filter: https://www.pureeffectfilters.com/#a_aid=somaticeatingReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. ...

Black-and-white thinking might be the single most powerful pattern keeping you stuck in cycles of binging and restriction. If you've ever thought "I already messed up, so I might as well keep going," this episode is for you. We explore how all-or-nothing thinking creates the binge-restrict cycle, why it's so common among high-achievers, and most importantly, how to start shifting into the gray area where actual peace with food lives.What You'll Discover:• Why "I've already blown it" thinking leads directly to binging• How perfectionism and diet culture fuel black-and-white thinking• The power of "good enough" as an alternative to perfect or failure• Practical ways to introduce gray area thinking, especially during the holidaysIf you're someone who struggles with an "on the wagon" or "off the wagon" mentality with food, this episode will help you understand why that framework doesn't work - and what to do instead.Perfect timing for the holiday season when black-and-white thinking tends to intensify!Want to know why you struggle with food and what to do next? Start watching The Binge Breakthrough Mini Series today.

“Once food noise quiets down, it doesn't just change the way we eat. It changes the way we live.”Food struggles don't always show up as we may expect. They can sneak up on us, disguised as discipline, willpower, or our latest attempt at “being good.” But in reality, those all-consuming thoughts about what, when, and how much we eat are draining. They're like an app running in the background, sapping our energy and joy each day. In this episode, I sit down with Kim, a past client who spent decades tangled in food noise, emotional eating, and hidden food rules she didn't realize existed.Kim opens up about the reality of secret eating, binge cycles, and the mental toll of battling cravings. Her story is vulnerable, honest, and incredibly relatable. Kim shares what it was like to numb out around food, the shift from excitement to guilt after eating, and how food secretly dictated her self-care, identity, and social life. But things changed, and Kim's journey will show you how healing your relationship with food is not only possible, but transformative.Together, we explore how intuitive eating moved Kim away from relying on willpower and food rules, toward genuine self-compassion, body reconnection, and emotional growth. Whether you're used to white knuckling through cravings or hiding evidence of what you ate, Kim's personal wins, tips, and breakthroughs will give you a clearer lens for spotting sneaky food rules and freeing up mental space so that you can enjoy food on your terms.What You'll Learn:How to spot sneaky food rules and food noise draining your mental energyPractical ways to honor fullness without relying on willpowerWhy emotional eating isn't about discipline—and how dieting makes it harderThe power of self-compassion and how it decreases shame and food guiltA simple plan for coping with emotions that doesn't hinge on food rulesHow healing your relationship with food can expand self-care, compassion, and everyday joyKim's story is full of hope, real-life strategies, and a reminder that change is possible - even after years of struggle. I'm so grateful to Kim for sharing her journey, and I know her insights will help you quiet your own food noise and build a peaceful relationship with food.If you've ever thought, “Why is it so hard to stop eating when I'm full?” - you're not alone. And spoiler alert: it's not about willpower or control. It goes so much deeper than that. Grab the free Honoring Fullness Checklist right now at DietCultureRebel.com/Checklist to start building a more positive relationship with food.Struggling with food, but not sure where to start?You don't have to feel 100% ready to get support. If you're tired of obsessing over food or feeling stuck in the diet cycle, my team of Registered Dietitians is here to help. We offer one-on-one nutrition counseling—and we accept insurance! Spots are limited, so head to https://dietculturerebel.com/insurance to see if we're covered in your state and learn how to get started.Come back next week for another episode and connect with me over on Instagram at @diet.culture.rebel.

Dr. Vera Tarman sits down with Dr. Cate Shanahan, family physician, nutrition consultant, and author of Deep Nutrition and Dark Calories, to discuss her case against industrial seed oils, how they may influence metabolic and mental health, and why she believes they can intensify sugar cravings and insulin resistance. We explore mechanisms she proposes (oxidation, mitochondrial stress), the “Hateful Eight” oils, and practical swaps that listeners can try if they choose to reduce seed oils. This episode presents a viewpoint that's debated in nutrition science; we encourage critical thinking, self-experimentation within a safe plan, and consultation with your care team. What we cover Seed oils vs. sugar: Why Dr. Shanahan argues seed oils may drive sugar cravings and insulin resistance. Oxidation & mitochondria: Her biochemical rationale for how highly unsaturated oils can oxidize and affect cell energy. The “Hateful Eight”: Corn, canola, cottonseed, soybean, sunflower, safflower, rice bran, grapeseed—why she cautions against them. Historical context: Marketing, refinement, and how these oils entered the food supply. Mental health & cravings: Proposed links between oxidized fats, energy instability, mood, and appetite signals. Practical swaps: Unrefined olive, avocado, coconut, butter/ghee; flavor-forward nut/seed oils used unheated; reading labels and cooking at home. Diet nuance: Why some low-carb or plant-forward eaters thrive when minimizing seed oils; where refined proteins fit. Key takeaways If you experiment with reducing industrial seed oils, pair it with whole-food carbs and adequate protein to support energy stability. Favor unrefined, flavor-forward oils (e.g., extra-virgin olive oil) and avoid reheating/frying oils repeatedly. Improvements people report first: steadier energy, fewer GI symptoms, fewer cravings—but your mileage may vary. This topic is scientifically contested; treat it as a hypothesis to test safely, not a moral rule. About Dr. Cate Dr. Cate Shanahan is a board-certified Family Physician with over 20 years of clinical experience reversing disease at its root by avoiding the big three toxic ingredients. She has spent decades translating the warnings of toxicologists about the harms of vegetable oils and sharing those insights here on DrCate.com, with patients, podcast hosts, and in her NY Times bestselling books, including The FatBurn Fix, Deep Nutrition, and Food Rules.  Her passion is helping people feel their best. After getting her BS in biology from Rutgers University, she trained in biochemistry and genetics at Cornell University's graduate school before attending Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She practiced in Hawaii for ten years where she studied ethnobotany and her healthiest patient's culinary habits. She combined all these scientific fields to write Deep Nutrition: Why Your Genes Need Traditional Food. Together with Dr. Tim DiFrancesco and NBA legend Gary Vitti, she created the PRO Nutrition program for the LA Lakers and helped forge a partnership between Whole Foods Market and numerous NBA teams. Her insights on the role of seed oils in human disease have been incorporated into Paleo, primal, low-carb, and keto practices.   In May of 2018, she began as Director of Metabolic Health at ABC Fine Wine and Spirits, a progressive, family-run company focused on saving money while improving health.  She's also the Medical & Scientific Advisor at CB Supplements, overseeing their premium-grade multi-collagen protein, and for Beliv, a forward-thinking Latin American beverage company. Follow Dr. Cate: Website: https://drcate.com/  Dr. Cate's books: https://drcate.com/which-drcate-book-should-i-buy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoctorCate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcateshanahan   The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.  

—- Join The Guild   - CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE—If you swing between restriction and overeating and feel food rules running the show, this episode gives you a calmer path out. We map the binge restrict cycle and the guilt and control loop that keeps it spinning so you can spot exactly where you are in real time and choose the next step on purpose  . You will learn a simple two question practice to use at every meal. Ask why am I eating and why am I eating this. Do it for two weeks to build in the moment awareness that makes new choices possible  . We drop the good versus bad labels and treat food like a tool so you can match the right food to the job and still honor your goals and your life, including birthdays and social moments  . You will hear the difference between restriction and regulation and how playful rules like planned treats can lower drama without losing momentum. We also reframe the scale by shifting focus to behavior first progress so you stop quitting when the number bounces and keep stacking wins that actually move the needle over time  . Save this for your next evening craving, practice the two questions, and if you want more coaching on this work, hop on the Guild waitlist. Doors open next week and the invites go to the list first  .