Today I talk more about the psychology of eating disorders and themes seen in the therapy room. I explore my observed differences between people who lean towards a restrictive eating disorder and those who swing between restriction and bingeing or overeating. I discuss the ego-syntonic nature of eating disorders and how this brings much ambivalence about cha ... Show More
Yesterday
Roots of Disordered Eating: Good and Bad foods, Control, Emotions and Expression of Needs
In this episode, I explore four roots of disordered eating: looking at food labels (good/bad); control issues, emotional expression and communication styles. I hope that you find it helpful. My YouTube channel Do check out Food Freedom - my app if you’d like some support. Take me ... Show More
8m 12s
Jan 28
Eating On Small Plates, Condiments, Measuring, Timing and Other Food Rituals in Eating Disorder Recovery
In this episode, I explore food rituals in eating disorder recovery. I hope that you find it helpful. Do check out Food Freedom - my app if you’d like some support. Take me to the app! Buy me a coffee! New mini course - if you love fitness and struggle with food relationship. Onl ... Show More
9m 51s
Sep 2021
Healthy Eating & Eating Disorders - Anorexia, Bulimia, Binging
In this episode, I discuss what drives hunger and satiety, and the role our brain, stomach, fat and hormones play in regulating hunger and turning off the desire to eat more. I also address how protein is assimilated better early in the day than it is later in the day, and why th ... Show More
2h 13m
Jan 2023
Ep 50: Identifying and supporting those with eating disorders in school settings - the Eating Disorder Toolkit
<p>This week I am joined by Hope Virgo, Suzanna Samaka and Sharon White; three inspirational women involved in the development and promotion of The Eating Disorder Toolkits for school nurses, educators and carers. In this episode we discuss the Toolkits as well as ...</p>
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44m 55s
Jul 2022
#304 - Shifting From Emotional To Intuitive Eating
Eating is one of the most basic ways we care for ourselves every day. But having an unhealthy relationship with food can leave you feeling stressed, emotionally drained, and bad about yourself, rather than nourished, energized and empowered.
Unfortunately, many of us have a ... Show More
53m 50s