Eating For You

Have you ever wondered why you can't stop eating certain foods? Maybe it's chocolate after dinner, chips while watching TV, or biscuits you didn't even plan to eat. If you've ever blamed yourself or thought you simply lacked willpower, this episode may change the way you think about food. In this episode of the Eating for You Podcast , dietitian and mindful eating coach Sallyanne e...

As women move through their 40s, perimenopause and beyond, many discover that the exercise routines that once worked no longer feel right. High-intensity workouts can leave us exhausted, while social media continues to promote quick fixes and unrealistic body transformation promises. In this episode of the Eating for You Podcast, I'm joined by Chinese medicine practitioner and Qigong teacher T...

As winter settles in, many women start asking the same questions. How do I avoid catching every cold going around? Why do I crave comfort food? Will I gain weight if I move less? And how can I stay healthy without feeling deprived? In this episode, Chinese medicine practitioner Tania Grasseschi returns to the podcast to explain how working with winter, rather than against it, can help you feel hea...

Have you ever felt like you know what to eat but still struggle to do it consistently? In this Men’s Health Week special, I’m joined by men's wellness coach, Harvard teaching fellow, and author of Eating 2.0 , Jeffrey Siegel. Together, we explore why healthy eating isn’t simply about willpower, meal plans, or finding the "perfect" diet.  Jeff shares his personal journey from disorder...

Many women are curious about meditation but feel they can’t quiet their minds, don’t have enough time, or simply don’t know where to start. In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast , I welcome back yoga and meditation expert Malati Mehrish from Ananda in the Himalayas to answer the most common questions women ask about meditation. Together, we explore: why meditation isn’t about stopping thou...

In recognition of Dietitians Week Australia, I welcome Laureate Professor Clare Collins—one of Australia’s most respected leaders in nutrition science and dietetics—for a practical conversation about healthy eating that works in real life. With more than 40 years of experience, Clare shares evidence-based, realistic strategies to help individuals and families eat well without blowing the grocery b...

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Why can’t I just stick to healthy eating?” You start the week feeling organised and motivated… but then life gets busy, stress creeps in, and suddenly it feels like you’ve fallen off track again. In this episode, in recognition of International No Diet Day, I explore a powerful alternative to dieting— understanding the drivers for eating . Instead of focusin...

Have you ever found yourself asking, “Why do I keep doing this? I know what healthy eating looks like… so why can’t I stick to it?” If that question feels familiar, you’re not alone—and more importantly, you’re not the problem. In this episode, we gently unpack the idea of “self-sabotage” and explore a different, more compassionate way of understanding your eating habits. Rather than focusing on m...

The women I work with who stick with healthy eating long term don’t do it perfectly—they’ve let go of all-or-nothing thinking and learned a more sustainable way to approach food. In this episode, I explore the common pattern that keeps many women stuck in cycles of starting over and why trying to eat “perfectly” often backfires. I also introduce a more supportive and realistic approach—one that fo...

What if the habit that could transform your eating has nothing to do with what you eat—but how you eat? In this episode I explore one of the most overlooked reasons women feel out of control with food: eating with distraction . If you’ve ever: Eaten in front of the TV and still felt unsatisfied Snacked mindlessly while cooking or working Found yourself going back for more without knowing why Belie...

Have you ever started eating “well”… only to feel like you’ve failed a few days later? In this World Health Day episode, I explore why healthy eating can feel so hard—and what the science actually says about creating habits that last. If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of: trying to be “good,” slipping up, feeling guilty, and starting over… this episode will help you understand why that happens—and...

Easter is almost here… and with it often comes chocolate, temptation, guilt—and that familiar thought: “I’ll just eat it all on Sunday and get back on track on Monday.” In this gentle, reflective episode, I share a memorable conversation with a client who once asked me: “Can I have a chocolate egg for Easter?” What followed revealed something many women experience around this time of year—the pull...

Did you know that if you want to stay well in winter, the real work begins in autumn? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, autumn is the season of the lungs and large intestines—and one of the most important times of year to strengthen your immune system naturally before cold and flu season arrives. In this episode, I’m joined by Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner and Qigong teacher Tania Grass...

Going green for St Patrick’s Day ☘️ — but not in a blender smoothie kind of way. In Episode 161, I’m sharing three simple, realistic ways to eat more green vegetables so you can feel nourished, energised, and satisfied—without stress, restriction, or diet rules. We’ll cover why greens support gut health, hormone metabolism, bone strength, immune function, and mood , plus my honest take on green sm...

In recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month (Australia) , I welcome back cancer dietitian and nutritionist Jane Freeman for an evidence-based and compassionate conversation about ovarian cancer and nutrition support. Jane shares why ovarian cancer symptoms can be subtle and easily dismissed—including persistent bloating, pelvic or abdominal discomfort, appetite changes, bowel changes, and fat...

If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do with eating—start with good intentions and then it doesn’t last—this episode is for you. In today’s episode, I share the five mindful steps that support lasting change in eating habits, based on the Eating for You Changing Eating Habits Practice : Create Space Connect Observe Transform Patience & Practice These steps aren’t a checklist, and they’re...

February marks 10 years since the launch of the Eating for You book , and in this special anniversary episode, I reflect on what I’ve learned from decades of supporting women to build healthier eating habits that truly last. This episode is both a celebration and a reassurance—for anyone who has tried many approaches to healthy eating and wondered why it hasn’t been sustainable. Inside the episode...

Weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are everywhere right now—and if you’re curious about them (or taking one), there’s nothing wrong with you. In Episode 157, as a non-diet, mindfulness-based dietitian, I unpack what the research shows about weight regain after stopping weight loss medications and why regain is often biological, not a personal failure. You’ll learn how GLP-1...

Ever start the year feeling motivated… then a few weeks later fall off the movement waggon?  In Episode 156, I am joined by resident fitness and women’s health expert Angela Mills to unpack why motivation is unreliable—and what actually makes movement stick long-term. Together, we share practical, realistic strategies to build movement into your life without the all-or-nothing mindset:  🚶🏻‍♀️Ide...

Most food and eating New Year’s resolutions fail within the first couple of weeks—not because you lack motivation, but because they focus on outcomes (like weight loss or “being good”) instead of the real reasons you eat. In this first new episode for 2026, I explore a more sustainable approach: i nstead of setting rigid goals, choose one habit to understand and gently change —whether it’s snackin...

PODCAST Saying “no thanks” to food can feel harder than saying yes—especially during the festive season. In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast , I explore why it can feel almost impossible to say no to food when you’re not hungry, and how social pressure, diet talk and fear of missing out can easily lead to overeating and feeling uncomfortably full. You’ll hear about: 🍨 Why food isn’t the...

Do you automatically reach for icy drinks, ice cream and giant salads as soon as the weather heats up – then wonder why you feel heavy and your gut doesn’t feel great? In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast , I am joined again by Chinese medicine practitioner and Qigong teacher Tania Grasseschi , based in the Blue Mountains west of Sydney. Together we explore how to eat in summer so you fee...

After more than 50 years of on-and-off dieting, Caroline felt like a “hopeless case” with food. In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast , she shares how dieting from her teens, living with type 2 diabetes, and constant self-criticism damaged her relationship with food—and how mindful eating has helped her find peace, confidence, and better health in her 60s. We talk about what it’s really li...

Know what to do with your eating but feel like life keeps getting in the way? In this reflective episode of The Eating for You Podcast , I invite you to pause and gently look back on your year—not through the harsh lens of success vs failure, but through compassion, curiosity, and kindness. I share how my 2025 has been a year marked by uncertainty, caring for my mum, navigating the aged care syste...

Travelling doesn’t have to derail your healthy habits. In this episode, I share how to enjoy food while travelling at home and abroad—mindfully and without guilt. Learn to recognise hunger and fullness cues, balance rich foods with lighter meals, and plan ahead for hydration, nutrition, and food safety. I also cover mindful buffet choices, local-food rituals, managing special diets (IBS, plant-bas...