Your health is in your hands! Listen to Health & Healing Coach Tracey McBeath chat to doctors, dieticians, nutritionists, health coaches and others sharing their knowledge, insight and wisdom on how to successfully embrace the low carb lifestyle for optimal health. All content is for informational purposes only. Please seek medical advice before starting on a lifestyle change program.
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Discover the Beyond Binge Eating Podcast, your go-to resource for overcoming binge eating, compulsive eating, emotional eating, and food addiction. Hosted by Dr. Kristina, the podcast leverages her extensive expertise, including a doctorate in somatic psychology, a master's degree in exercise science, and her background as a professional athlete. Kristina, who had crushing eating disorders for over 20 years, now channels her experience into helping others as an integrative recovery specialis ...
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Why do I binge eat even when I’m not hungry? (Emotional triggers explained)
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4:06Have you ever finished a meal, only to find yourself back in the kitchen searching for snacks on autopilot? If you eat when you're not physically hungry, you're not alone—and it's not a lack of willpower. In this video, I break down the hidden emotional drivers and automatic habits that trigger binge eating, even when your stomach is full. Understa…
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Binge Eating Doctor Explains Why You Can’t Stop Eating In The Evening
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4:54Evening cravings aren’t just about “weak willpower.” For many people struggling with binge eating, nights feel like the hardest time to stay in control—and there are real reasons why. In today’s video, I’ll break down the 3 main reasons binge eating is harder to control at night and share what you can start doing differently to break the cycle. Wha…
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The Power of Psychodrama for Recovery: Karen Carnabucci’s Innovative Approach to Therapy
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49:42In this episode, I sit down with Karen Carnabucci—licensed clinical social worker, experiential therapist, and author of Healing Eating Disorders with Psychodrama—to explore how action-based, experiential methods can create profound transformation in eating disorder recovery. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • What psychodrama actually is—and w…
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How to Change Your State FAST (Without Food!) | End Cravings & Boost Your Mood in Minutes
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6:22Whether it’s stress, anxiety, boredom, or loneliness—binging can feel like the fastest way to feel better. But that relief is short-lived... and often followed by shame, regret, and physical discomfort. In today’s video I will share with you science-backed, body-based tools to change your state quickly—without regret, shame, or a blood sugar crash.…
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The Surprising Truth About Food, Alcohol & Self-Sabotage | Tracey McBeath
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29:29In this episode, I sit down with Tracey McBeath—health and life coach, author, mentor, and lecturer with the Nutrition Network—to explore the powerful connection between metabolic health, mindset, and self-trust, and how these pieces come together to create lasting freedom from food and alcohol struggles. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Trac…
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How to Rewire Your Food-Addicted Brain: Neuroscience of Cravings & Recovery with Dr. Claire Wilcox
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29:29In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Claire Wilcox—board-certified psychiatrist, addiction specialist, and author of Rewire Your Food-Addicted Brain—to explore the neuroscience of food addiction and how to break free from cravings and compulsive eating patterns with compassion and clarity. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Why food addiction i…
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How Metabolic Therapies can drastically improve eating disorders - fascinating emerging field!
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8:21In this video, we explore a revolutionary shift in how we understand and treat eating disorders—through the lens of metabolic psychiatry. What if binge eating, food addiction, or even anorexia aren’t just psychological issues... but rooted in blood sugar instability, neuroinflammation, and metabolic dysfunction? This isn’t theory—it’s emerging scie…
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What is it like to be an Addict? - A Conversation with Owen Flanagan
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44:40In this episode, I am joined with my guest co-host Vanessa Kredler. We sit down with Dr. Owen Flanagan—renowned philosopher at Duke University and author of What Is It Like to Be an Addict—to explore the complex, lived experience of addiction and why the description of addiction as just a brain disease can fall short. Here’s what we cover in the ep…
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Sugar, Flour, Stevia: A Metabolic Psychiatry Approach to Binge Eating Recovery
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5:15In this video, we challenge a core principle of traditional binge eating recovery—the idea that all foods fit with moderation. For many, this approach backfires, leaving them trapped in cycles of cravings, blood sugar swings, and loss of control. What You’ll Learn: The Science of Reward Dysregulation: How sugar, refined flour, and even "healthy" sw…
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The Messy Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery: What Healing Really Looks Like with Mallary Tenore
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31:49In this episode, I sit down with Mallary Tenore—journalist, professor, and author of Slip: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery—to explore the nuanced, often-overlooked reality of what it means to live in ongoing recovery from an eating disorder. Diagnosed with anorexia as a child and having spent decades in treatment, Mallary knows the t…
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How a Ketogenic Diet Helped Shannon Harwood Heal Bipolar II
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44:52In this episode, I sit down with Shannon Harwood—recovery keto coach, mental health advocate, and Metabolic Mind Award recipient—to explore her extraordinary journey of healing from 35 years of bipolar disorder and food addiction through a therapeutic ketogenic lifestyle. Shannon shares how going beyond surface-level nutrition and embracing true me…
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In this video, we explore a critical yet often overlooked aspect of addiction recovery—interoceptive awareness, your ability to sense and interpret internal body signals like tension, hunger, emotions, and cravings. If you’ve ever felt like relapses or compulsive behaviors "come out of nowhere," poor interoception might be the hidden culprit. Here’…
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From Crippling Pain to Full Recovery: Laylalu’s Carnivore Journey
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45:46In this episode, I sit down with Laylalu Celis—author, content creator, certified twerk instructor, and animal-based health coach—to explore her extraordinary journey of healing from juvenile arthritis and chronic pain through a strict carnivore lifestyle, body awareness, and radical self-expression. Diagnosed with arthritis at age two and unable t…
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How to Overcome Food Addiction & Build Autonomy in Recovery with Mary Lacey Banks
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38:02In this episode, I sit down with Mary Lacey Banks—podcaster, motivator, and addiction recovery advocate—to discuss her inspiring journey of overcoming amphetamine, alcohol, and food addiction while reclaiming joy, autonomy, and self-trust in recovery. Mary shares raw, honest insights into the struggles and breakthroughs of addiction recovery, empha…
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Carnivore Diet for Chronic Pain & Autism: How Jonathan Built Muscle and Defied Limits
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43:13In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Griffiths—British carnivore, bodybuilder, nutritionist, and founder of Carnivore Muscle—to explore his powerful journey of transforming health, physique, and mindset through science-backed carnivore strategies while navigating autism and chronic pain. Diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and…
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Breaking the Bonds of Food Addiction: Innovative Therapies for Eating Disorder Recovery
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49:24In this episode of the Beyond Binge Eating podcast, we sit down with Anna, a licensed clinical psychotherapist and expert in treating complex trauma, eating disorders, and food addiction. Join us as we explore the profound connections between emotional health and eating behaviors, and unveil the therapeutic approaches that bring about real change. …
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Detox from Sugar & Beat Cravings with Nutrition, Supplements, Lifestyle
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1:05:58In this episode, I sit down with Elanie and Kay from Renegade Nutrition, a dynamic duo challenging the status quo of subpar health. Here’s what we’ll cover in the video: The Science of Sugar Addiction: How sugar affects your brain like a drug and creates a cycle of dependency. Breaking the Cravings Cycle: The difference between quitting cold turkey…
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Food Addiction, Binge Eating & Blood Sugar: A Metabolic Approach with Michelle Hurn
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39:13In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Hurn—registered dietitian, ultra-endurance athlete, and author of The Dietitian’s Dilemma—to explore how a metabolic approach to nutrition can revolutionize the treatment of eating disorders, food addiction, and type 2 diabetes. Drawing from her own recovery from severe anorexia and over a decade of clinica…
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How to Stop Binge Eating & Heal Your Relationship with Food w/Jo Moscalu
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21:58In this episode, we sit down with Jo Moscalu, a registered dietitian and PhD student studying binge eating in Ireland, to dive deep into the emotional, psychological, and social aspects of binge eating. Jo shares her personal struggle with binge eating after becoming a dietitian, how she overcame it, and the insights she now brings to help others f…
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What’s REALLY in Your Food? Ex-Food Technologist Shares Inside Look at Industry
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38:02In this episode, we sit down with Min Tan, a former food technologist turned UX designer, who spent over a decade behind the scenes of the food industry. Min reveals truths about ultra-processed foods, deceptive marketing tactics, and the science behind food cravings—insights that will change the way you see what’s on your plate. Here’s what we’ll …
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How the Ketogenic Diet Can Help Food Addiction and Binge Eating
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37:16In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Erin Bellamy—chartered psychologist, metabolic psychiatry practitioner, and researcher specializing in ketogenic therapies for mental health—to explore a unique, brain-first approach to food addiction and binge eating recovery. With a Ph.D. focused on ketogenic diets and depression, years of clinical experience,…
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Healing Food Addiction & Obsession with the Carnivore Diet: How Lucy Transformed Her Life
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51:54In this episode, meet Lucy—nurse, health advocate, and passionate voice for recovery through the Carnivore diet—as she shares her powerful journey of healing from disordered eating. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Lucy’s personal story of struggling with emotional eating, ultra-processed foods, and how the Carnivore diet became her path to r…
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Overcoming Body Shame & Embracing Embodiment: Emily Wishall’s Guide to Self-Love
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30:31In this powerful episode, I sit down with Emily Wishall, an expert in embodiment and confidence coaching, to explore how reclaiming your connection to your body can transform your confidence, relationships, and overall well-being. If you’ve ever struggled with body shame, self-doubt, or feeling disconnected from yourself, this conversation will giv…
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Healing Trauma & Overcoming Dissociation: Christine Forner on Mindfulness & Recovery
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37:55In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Christine Forner, a leading expert in trauma, dissociation, and mindfulness, to uncover how the mind and body respond to deep emotional pain—and how to reconnect with yourself in a meaningful way. If you've ever struggled with binge eating, emotional numbness, or feeling disconnected from your own action…
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The Power of Nature in Healing Trauma & Emotional Eating | Dr. Rochelle Calvert
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37:00In this week’s episode, we welcome Dr. Rochelle Calvert, a licensed clinical psychologist, mindfulness teacher, and somatic experiencing practitioner, to explore the deep connection between trauma healing, mindfulness, and nature-based therapy. Dr. Calvert has spent over 20 years studying and teaching mindfulness, helping people reconnect with thei…
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Somatic Healing for Binge Eating & Food Addiction | Clarissa Kennedy
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43:11In this episode, I sit down with Clarissa Kennedy—clinical social worker, founder of Reinvent Your Bliss Point, co-founder of Sweet Sobriety, and co-host of the Food Junkies Podcast—to dive deep into the intersection of trauma, embodiment, and ultra-processed food addiction. With over 15 years of clinical experience and her own recovery journey, Cl…
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Sugar Detox Journey: Trauma Healing & Somatic Embodiment with Danielle Daem
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31:27In this episode, join Danielle Daem—sugar freedom expert, breathwork facilitator, and somatic embodiment coach—as she shares her transformative journey from a childhood steeped in sugar addiction to a life of deep self-connection and healing. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Danielle’s personal story of overcoming a life filled with sugar dep…
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Healing Food Addiction with Internal Family Systems & Trauma-Informed Therapy | Vanessa Kredler
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41:01In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Vanessa Kredler—certified food addiction counselor, trauma-informed therapist, and passionate advocate for recovery. With a background in psychotherapy, internal family systems (IFS), and somatic healing, Vanessa offers a deeply compassionate and structured approach to working with food addiction. Here’s what…
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Somatic Healing & Binge Recovery: A Nervous System Approach with Stefanie Michele
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37:12In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Stefanie Michele—binge eating recovery and body image coach, somatic practitioner-in-training, and former occupational therapist. With a background in psychology and integrative health coaching, Stefanie brings a rare mix of science, lived experience, and nervous system wisdom to the recovery space. Here’s wh…
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A Powerful Mindful Eating Practice for Binge Eating Recovery
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9:34Struggling with autopilot eating or feeling disconnected from your body during meals? This guided mindful eating meditation is designed to help you slow down, reconnect with your senses, and approach food with presence and compassion—one bite at a time. In this video, you’ll be guided through: A grounding ritual to create safety and awareness befor…
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Rewiring the Mind & Body: A Holistic Approach to Healing with Jennifer Donovan
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44:51In this week’s episode, we welcome Jennifer Donovan, founder of Whole Body Healing and a trauma therapist turned holistic health expert. Jennifer shares how her personal battle with chronic illness led her to discover the powerful connection between nutrition, nervous system regulation, and mental health. Here’s what we’ll cover in the video: From …
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3 Sensory Strategies for High-Functioning, Neurodivergent Adults in Recovery
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6:45Are you a high-functioning neurodivergent adult in recovery? You’re not alone. Sensory modulation isn’t just about comfort—it’s a powerful tool for staying grounded, managing urges, and supporting mental well-being. In this video, we’ll explore: Cold Exposure – How ice, cold showers, and cold plunges can reset your nervous system and stop binge urg…
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Binge Eating, Dissociation & Trauma with Sandi James
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41:46In this episode, we sit down with Sandi James, a registered psychologist, certified eating disorder recovery coach, and lived-experience clinician with over 15 years in mental health and trauma recovery. Together, we explore the often-overlooked world of binge eating disorder, its deep connection with dissociation, and the innovative, person-center…
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Understanding Food Addiction – The Science of Dopamine, Tolerance, and Reinforcement
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6:52In this video, we delve into the fascinating science behind food addiction—why it happens, how it affects your brain, and, most importantly, how you can break free. Food addiction isn’t a matter of willpower; it's rooted in your brain's reward system, driven by dopamine, tolerance, and reinforcement patterns. Here’s what we’ll cover: Dopamine & Cra…
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How the Keto Diet Saved Her | Food Sobriety with Mary Roberts
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44:24In this eye-opening episode of our podcast, we welcome Mary Roberts from Food Freedom with Mary, a food addiction recovery coach who brings nearly 11 years of experience and personal triumph over eating disorders to the table. Join us as Mary candidly shares her journey from battling bulimia, binge eating, and compulsive eating to finding sustainab…
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Cookies and Cocaine: A Tale of Sweet Seduction
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5:32In this video, I highlight similarities between how our brains react to processed foods and addictive drugs. Drawing from compelling studies on both humans and rats, we highlight how sweetness and ultra-processed foods can exert a powerful influence over our brain chemistry. Here’s what we’ll cover: Sweet Seduction: How processed foods can outcompe…
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How to Manage Sugar Addiction and Find Lasting Recovery | With Rachel Murray
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33:41In this episode, we dive into the complexities of food addiction with SUGAR/HMA-certified holistic nutritionist Rachel Murray. Through an insightful discussion, we explore how many individuals mistakenly focus on moderation when it comes to fixing food addiction except that in most cases this solution is not effective. Here’s what we’ll cover: Unco…
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The Power of Mindfulness for Binge Eating and Food Addiction
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5:29Feeling like binge eating is on autopilot? This episode dives into three mindfulness-based exercises to proactively interrupt compulsive patterns and to find the pause: self check-ins, seated meditation, and box breathing. These evidence-backed techniques can help you to tune into yourself, the moment, step out of autopilot, and support intentional…
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Food Addiction Challenges & Solutions | Convo With Meghann, Low Carb/Lifestyle/Sugar Addiction Coach
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38:32In this episode, we discuss the challenges of food addiction through Meghann's story of recovery. We explore the roots of addictive behaviors and the impact of lifestyle changes in managing this complex condition. Here’s what we’ll cover: Personal Recognition of Food Addiction: How Meghann identified her struggles with food and the steps she took t…
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In this video, I discuss practical strategies for effectively handling the urge to binge. We'll focus on building awareness and using psychological as well as physiologically based strategies to not only reduce the intensity of the urge, but also to increase our capacity to manage the urge. Here’s what we’ll cover: Building Awareness: Recognizing t…
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How the Carnivore Diet Ends Sugar Addiction and Transforms Your Health
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1:01:30In this video, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Wiedeman, a staunch advocate for the carnivore diet and a guide for many overcoming food addiction. Dr. Wiedeman’s story is powerful—through personal struggles and profound discoveries, she has crafted a lifestyle that defies conventional dietary frameworks and champions a path to recovery from food addiction…
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Proprioceptive strategies for dissociative compulsions to binge eat
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6:04In today’s video, we explore 3 proprioceptive strategies to manage the urges of binge eating, particularly useful when you feel disconnected from your body. Proprioception, or your sense of body awareness, can be a powerful ally in regaining control during moments of dissociation linked to compulsive eating. Here’s what we’ll cover: Understanding P…
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What the Sugar Industry Doesn’t Want You to Know | How sugar is secretly destroying your health
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43:24In this video, I sit down with Elanie Welch, the brilliant co-founder of Renegade Nutrition, to explore how she’s challenging conventional dietary norms and helping others thrive. Elanie’s journey is inspiring—facing systemic barriers, she turned her frustration into fuel to create a podcast that empowers people to reclaim their health. Here’s what…
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How to Control Your Sugar Cravings (These ACTUALLY Work)
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5:52In this video, I share effective, science-backed strategies to help you combat sugar cravings. We'll explore how cravings are influenced by biological, nutritional, and psychological factors. By understanding and adjusting these areas, you can significantly reduce the urge for sugary treats. Here’s what we’ll cover: Regulating Circadian Rhythm: How…
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Revolutionizing Mental Health Through Nutrition | Dr. David Wiss
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46:23In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into the intersection of nutrition and mental health with Dr. David Wiss, a well-respected mental health scientist and registered dietitian. As the founder of Nutrition in Recovery and the innovative Wise Mind Nutrition Mobile App, Dr. Wiss brings a wealth of knowledge and groundbreaking approaches to tre…
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How to rewire your brain to stop binge eating
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4:55In this video, I share with you the fascinating concept of neuroplasticity and how it can be leveraged to overcome binge eating. By understanding and applying the principles of brain adaptability and habit formation, you can rewire your brain to respond differently to the urges that lead to binge eating. Here’s what we’ll cover: Neuroplasticity Exp…
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Neurobiology, Eating Disorders, Mental Health & Public Policy | Dr. Naomi Charalambakis Wilkerson
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38:02In this podcast episode, I dive deep into the intricate and evolving world of eating disorder research with Dr. Naomi Charalambakis Wilkerson. Naomi shares with us her key learnings from her journey and we also explore the critical efforts in place to broaden understanding and develop more effective treatments in this complex field. Here’s what we’…
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In this video, I break down the unique challenges that make food addiction such a tough battle—oftentimes even harder to recover from than drugs or alcohol. From the constant availability of addictive foods to the way they hijack our brain’s reward pathways, the struggle is real and more complex than it seems. We’ll dive deep into the biological, s…
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Are you struggling with cravings to binge eat? In this video, I’m sharing 13 science-backed strategies that have helped me and others reduce cravings and build a healthier relationship with food. I’m Kristina—former severe and long-term binge eater, recovery coach, and a PhD candidate specializing in binge eating disorder—and I know firsthand how t…
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