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Feb 2024
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102: F*ck Diets. Want to lose weight? Tr...

Lyndi Cohen
About this episode

Diets have consequences… A lot of consequences. They slow your metabolism, increase your cravings and hunger levels, make it near impossible for you to keep the weight off in the long term.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Why diets don’t help you lose weight in the long-term
  • The downsides of dieting, and why you should stop trying new diets today
  • What you can learn from people who are at their body’s “happy weight”
  • The consequences of having a scarcity mindset around food
  • How to prevent overeating, and feel more satisfied after your meals
  • How doing less can sometimes help you achieve more with your health

Want to learn more about ditching dieting for good, and learn to make peace with food and your body? Listen to the super short version of my FREE webinar, How to Feel In Control Around Food, here.

If you’re interested in my Binge Free Academy, and want to make peace with food and your body so you can stop yo yo dieting and obsessing over food for good, check it out here. It’s the only way to work with me face-to-face, and have me answer all your questions! Plus, you’ll get lifetime access to the course content - because I want you to win the battle against binge eating and food obsession!

Don’t know what to eat? Want to stop obsessing over your next meal, and feel more satisfied from your cooking? Get my Back to Basics app today - try it FREE for 7 days here.

Looking for more evidence-based (but still fun!) health tips and strategies? Sign up for my weekly newsletter here. I promise, I don’t spam you - it’s all puppies, roses and hard-hitting health info here.

Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off.
You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired!

Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy


Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired!

If you don't already - come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry).

Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com

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