Confessions of a Binge Eater

This episode is so close to my heart. If you've been feeling wiped out, foggy, or just not yourself—and no one seems to understand why—please tune in. My sweet friend Dr. Jenny Tufenkian joins me to talk about the deeper root causes of chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, long covid, and more. She's not only brilliant, she's been through it herself, and her story is both eye-opening and so deeply moving...

Got feelings of instability and overwhelm? In this episode, I share about my own personal feelings of "wobble" and how we, as emotional eaters, often let instability (in our external or internal lives) drive us to food for a sense of grounding. But what if there's another way? If you've been feeling a little wobbly lately, this episode is your loving nudge back to your center!

Ever feel a little too possessive over your favorite "safe" foods? In this raw and revealing episode, I share a recent confession that had me feeling a little embarrassed—but also deeply human. From hiding granola to hoarding snacks, we're unpacking the emotional layers behind the fear of food scarcity and why it's so much more than just about food. You're not alone, and there's healing waiting on...

Are you tired of the diet rollercoaster? In this episode of the Heal Your Hunger Show, I'm diving deep into what's really behind the rebellion so many emotional eaters feel. Spoiler alert: it's not actually about the food rules. Let's explore where true freedom comes from—and how to stop fighting your body and start working with it. You deserve peace with food, and it starts here.

Grief can knock us off our emotional feet and into the pantry. In this heartfelt episode of the Heal Your Hunger Show, I sit down with grief expert and life coach Krista St-Germain, who shares her raw and powerful journey after losing her husband to a tragic accident. We talk about the unexpected ways grief shows up, how emotional eating becomes a coping mechanism, and the incredible potential for...

Do you ever catch yourself making up stories in your head about what others think of you? As emotional eaters, we often assume the worst—believing that someone's silence means they're upset with us or that a canceled plan means rejection. These stories trigger unnecessary stress, anxiety, and emotional eating. In this episode, I dive into why we create these false narratives, how they impact our e...

Are you struggling with food and wondering if God cares about what you eat? In this episode, we dive into the power of prayer and how asking for divine help can transform your relationship with food. God is unlimited, and your food struggles matter! Let's explore how prayer, community, and self-awareness can lead to healing. Tune in, and let's walk this journey together!

Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of health struggles, trying to find answers but never quite getting the results you want? You're not alone! In this episode, I'm chatting with my dear friend Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN). He shares how understanding lab work and taking a holistic approach can empower you to take charge of your health—whether you're dealing with...

Hey, Heal Your Hunger Beauties! I'm coming to you from beautiful Mexico, where I'm soaking up some much-needed family time. And today, I'm talking about something that might just hit home—our addiction to busy. If you've ever felt like you're constantly running, overwhelmed, and never have time for yourself, this episode is for you. Emotional eaters, in particular, use busy as a way to distract fr...

Hey there, beautiful soul! Ever found yourself saying, "I was doing great until…"? If so, this episode is for you. Emotional eating isn't just about food—it's about how we use food to cope with life's ups and downs. Today, we're unpacking the untils that throw us off track and keep us stuck in the cycle of emotional eating. If this resonates, take the free quiz at healyourhunger.com to see where y...

Life is uncertain, and as emotional eaters, that uncertainty can send us straight to food for comfort. But we don't have to let stress and fear knock us off our game. In this episode, I'm sharing simple but powerful ways to stay centered, no matter what's happening in the world. From the hula hoop mindset to the power of gratitude, I'll give you tools to process emotions in a healthy way—so food i...

Ever feel like you shrink back just to keep the peace? As emotional eaters, we often struggle to stand firm in our beliefs, seeking approval instead of honoring our own voice. In this episode, I'm sharing why it's so important to stick to your guns—to know what you stand for, speak up with confidence, and trust that others will adjust. I'll also give you my top tips for communicating with strength...

Want to heal more quickly from surgery? Don't leave your fate in the hands of doctors. You're a co-creator of your health and your recovery from surgery! In this episode, my guest, gerontologist and biohacker, Zora Benhamou, shares her hard-earned insights, based on her own personal experience with surgery. Zora is all about empowering women through biohacking technology, and today, she's revealin...

On this episode of the Heal Your Hunger Show, Tricia dives deep into this thought-provoking question. Spoiler: It's not about judgment—it's about happiness. If you've ever struggled with emotional eating or wondered how your relationship with food affects your spiritual journey, this episode is for you. Tune in and discover how true self-care can help you shine your light.

Struggling with a Graves' disease diagnosis and curious about what you can do to save your thyroid and still recover? Dr. Osansky was personally diagnosed with Graves disease, and after seeing how well a natural treatment approach helped with his condition, he began helping others with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions. This is a must-listen episode!

Whether it's a diagnosis of depression, anxiety, Bi-polar, or Schizophrenia, there may be natural solutions that can help. Take it from someone that has been down that road, both personally and professionally. In this episode, I interview Dr. Christina Bjrondal about her own mental health journey, and how she, and so many women she's been blessed to help, have found healing and peace.

Desire is a difficult emotion for emotional eaters because it often feels overwhelming, uncontrollable, or even dangerous. Many women who struggle with emotional eating have learned to suppress their deepest wants—whether for love, connection, pleasure, success, or personal fulfillment—out of fear of rejection, unworthiness, or a belief that their desires are "too much." In this episode, I explore...

Many emotional eaters have a deep-seated belief that if they truly open up and allow themselves to be loved, they will eventually be hurt or abandoned. As a result, food becomes a safer, more reliable source of comfort. In this episode, I explore what we can do to stop this cycle so we can stop sabotaging relationships and start living in more love than we ever knew was possible.

Losing someone you love sucks. Whether it's through death, divorce or a relationship that's no longer working…the feelings that accompany loss are some of the hardest for us to feel. That's why grief is one of the scariest emotions for us, and one that often sends us to the kitchen looking for comfort, until we learn a better way. In this episode, I bring you two really valuable conversations on h...

Shame is one of the deepest, most painful emotions that emotional eaters harbor—often rooted in childhood wounds, trauma, and even abuse. But what if shame isn't who you are, but rather a story you've simply believed? In this episode, I dive into how shame fuels emotional eating, keeping us trapped in cycles of self-loathing and food obsession. I'll also share powerful ways to break free, includin...

Fear is a big driver of emotional eating. We worry about failing, making mistakes, or losing control—so we turn to food for comfort. But living in fear keeps us stuck, scanning for worst-case scenarios and trying to control everything. In this episode, I share how fear showed up in my life, why it's such a common trait among emotional eaters, and how shifting from fear to faith can bring peace and...

Emotional eaters are nice, right? Well, yes, seeing as we're people-pleasers. But when we stuff strong feelings (like anger) with food, then we end up enraged. But since being angry doesn't mesh with the nice image we like to present, we must find a new way to navigate the difficult emotion of anger. In this episode, I share about making peace with anger.

Emotional eaters don't overeat and binge because they like food (although we do like food!).  We eat because we're afraid to experience strong emotions. This episode is the first in a series of six episodes where I will discuss the 6 scariest emotions for people that struggle chronically with food and weight, and attempt to bury them with food. Are you ready?

It's the anniversary of the death of my former husband and mentor, someone who was in my life for 35 years…on a daily basis. In this episode, I discuss what I've done to move through the feelings, and the very personal experience of this death. I discuss how we can face the intense feelings of loss, without stuffing them with food. Yes, it's entirely possible.

Do you sometimes feel like your life is getting away from you? The demands of others, the desire to make people happy, the pressure of obligation - all of it makes you feel like your life is not your own. Take the next 20 minutes to listen to this episode, and realign with what's important to you. It's a nourishing conversation that will make you feel good and like getting back on track is totally...