Beyond Binge Eating

Have you ever watched yourself do something you swore you wouldn't — like you were observing it from the outside? In today's video, we explore a simple framework that explains why eating, or any addictive behavior, can feel like it just takes over: the Three C's of Addiction. Rather than treating it as a willpower problem, this approach helps you understand what's actually happening — so the patte...

In this episode, I sit down with Frances Gunn — Australian carnivore lifestyle enthusiast and the voice behind Lady and Her Steak. Frances spent nine years inside an eating disorder that took her through anorexia, two hospital admissions, binge eating, purging, and alcohol-fueled cycles before she found a way of eating that, by her own account, quieted her hunger signals within a week and eventual...

If you've ever tried to go on a wellness retreat while eating carnivore, keto, low-carb, or paleo — you already know the problem. The food doesn't work for you. And that means the retreat doesn't work for you. In this episode, I share why I've been unable to find a retreat that supports both embodied movement practices and animal-based nutrition, and what I'm doing about it. What We’ll Discuss: •...

Have you ever tried to fight a craving — and felt it get stronger the harder you pushed? In this episode, we explore what Buddhist psychology has understood for centuries and what it means for recovery from cravings and addiction. Rather than relying on willpower and resistance, Buddhist mindfulness offers a different path: one built on awareness, observation, and a deeper understanding of how the...

Have you ever hesitated in recovery because you were afraid of feeling restricted? In today's video, I explore one of the most common — and most misunderstood — fears in food addiction and binge eating recovery: the fear of restriction. Because here's the thing- diet culture has taught us that giving up certain foods means deprivation, punishment, and white-knuckling through cravings. But addictio...

In this episode, I sit down with Brian Baumal — registered psychotherapist, owner of Aliva Psychotherapy in Toronto, and someone who has navigated his own recovery from exercise bulimia and binge eating disorder. With nearly 14 years of maintaining a 100-pound weight loss and decades of clinical experience, Brian brings a uniquely grounded perspective to one of the most undertalked challenges in f...

In this episode, I sit down with Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno — authors of Real Food Recovery, and hosts of the Real Food Recovery podcast. Together, they’ve helped those struggling with food, sugar addiction, and binge eating through a holistic, shame-free, and compassionate approach. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Why food and sugar addiction are so misunderstood — and why it’s...

In today’s video, we explore how Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP) can transform the way you understand and respond to cravings in food addiction and binge eating recovery. Originally developed for addictive behaviors, this evidence-based approach offers powerful tools for preventing relapse — not through force or suppression, but through awareness and intentional responding. One of the...

Have you ever felt like you just couldn’t stop chewing even when you were already full? In today’s video, we explore the nervous system science behind persistent chewing and why it may have far less to do with willpower than you think. Drawing from neuroanatomy and the science of sensory regulation, I explain how your jaw muscles send powerful calming signals directly to your brainstem and why you...

Have you ever set strong intentions to avoid a binge, only to later feel like your awareness disappeared or you went on autopilot? In today’s video, we explore dissociation and its connection to binge eating. Dissociation can feel like being in a fog, feeling disconnected from your body, or losing awareness during urges or binge episodes. Understanding this experience can help explain why recovery...

Many people believe that the longer they stay in recovery, the easier cravings should become. But what if cravings sometimes get stronger weeks or months later? In today’s video, we explore the neuroscience behind something called the incubation of cravings, a phenomenon that explains why trigger-driven urges can intensify over time, even while overall progress is happening. Understanding this can...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Buchanan — a double board-certified physician in Family and Obesity Medicine, Certified Metabolic Health Practitioner, and founding board member of the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners. Dr. Buchanan is at the forefront of a growing movement in medicine—one that prioritizes metabolic health, prevention, and lifestyle as the foundation for healing....

In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Laurent, LMHC—a licensed mental health counselor and leading voice in metabolic psychiatry—to explore how ketogenic therapy is helping people heal from mental illness, food addiction, and emotional dysregulation by addressing the brain’s underlying metabolic health. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Nicole’s journey from traditional talk therapy, CBT, a...

Binge eating disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder, yet it’s often misunderstood. It’s not just about eating large amounts of food—it can also be about the loss of control, secrecy, and emotional aftermath that come with it. In today’s video, I’ll walk you through 5 signs of BED so you can better understand whether what you’re going through fits the pattern—and what steps you might con...

In this episode, I sit down with Heide Corse—registered dietitian and food addict in recovery—to explore what it truly means to find peace and freedom from food obsession after decades of struggle. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Heide’s realization that she was living with true food addiction—and why moderation never worked for her • The turning point that led to her final “day one” after...

Today I’m joined by the lovely Mary from Mary’s Cup of Tea—a voice of warmth and wisdom in the body image and self-love space. 00:00 - Welcome and Introduction 00:36 - What is something someone can do when they're having a bad body-image day? 02:51 - What is one physical or somatic way someone who does not like their body can start to get in touch with their body and accept their body, if not love...

In this episode, I sit down with Mari Hodges—pain specialist, Alexander Technique teacher, and founder of the PainSavvy Walk &Talk program—to explore how subtle body awareness, nervous system regulation, and the power of the pause can help us shift chronic pain, reconnect with our bodies, and reclaim agency over our lives. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Why chronic pain is more than a...

Have 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. Understanding these triggers is the first crucial step to...

Evening 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. What You’ll Learn in This Video: • Why decision fatig...

In 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 why it’s so powerful for people with eating disorde...

Whether 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. What You’ll Learn: Why food provides instant reli...

In 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: • Tracey’s personal journey from fatty liver, pre-diabet...

In 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 isn’t just about sugar—and how even unpalatable foo...

In 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 science that’s already transforming lives. What You’ll...

In 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 episode: • Why addiction is more than just a brain d...