Emotional Eats Podcast: Real conversations about menopause, hormones, emotional eating, and weight loss for women over 40

If you've ever found yourself eating an entire plate of food without remembering a single bite, then this is the episode for you. Today, I'm sharing personal and client stories, science, and simple tools to help you understand why eating fast and emotionally is not your fault—but also something you can change. We talk about real-life examples, how stress and hormones hijack your fullness signals,...

 Are you blaming your lack of willpower when it comes to food — when it might actually be your hormones? This episode is a must-listen for every midlife woman who feels like she's doing all the right things but still can't stop overeating, control cravings, or feel like herself again. I'm joined by hormone specialist Dr. Sarah Daccarett , and we're digging into the real physiological reasons why y...

 Welcome back to Part 2 of our two-part series breaking down the 10 biggest myths keeping you stuck in emotional eating and weight struggles. In this episode, I share the last 5 myths that are quietly shaping your mindset, leading you to guilt, food obsession, and disconnection from your body and ultimately weight gain. These myths aren't just keeping you from losing weight — they're stopping you...

 In this solo episode, Kim Hynes, emotional eating coach and midlife nutritional health coach, unpacks the first 5 of 10   common myths that keep smart, motivated women like you stuck in emotional eating cycles and struggling with food obsession and weight gain. If you're wondering what you're missing, you will find it in this episode. From the pressure to be perfect to the belief that emotional e...

 This episode is the kind of conversation that happens when two coaches stop trying to check all the boxes—and start talking about what really matters. And it's not all about the food or exercise. Jessica Mitchell is back for the third time, and this one hits differently. We're talking about how both of us have shifted away from only focusing on food and exercise to helping women heal what's going...

If you find yourself turning to food between 4 and 6 p.m., this episode is for you. In this episode, I open up about a deeply relatable pattern so many women face—emotional eating after work and before dinner. This is often the time of day when cravings hit the hardest and shame sets in quickly.   We turn to food to cope with the stress of the day as we transition from kids, day, work to home life...

Do you hate to fail and can't move forward unless it's perfect? In this soul-nourishing episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast , I sit down with Michelle Sarabia, host of the Fearless Forward podcast and a guide for women who are ready to stop second-guessing and start living with purpose. We talk about the emotional weight of identity loss in motherhood, the perfectionism that paralyzes progress,...

This solo episode is a mix of personal midlife insight, coaching wisdom, and real-life tools for any of you navigating cravings, hormones, mental health, and that not-so-linear journey toward balance. Whether you're here for the health hacks, mindset support, or just want to feel seen and supported, you're in the right place. In this "hodgepodge" solo episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast, I'm bri...

Love this episode for you women over 50 who are thinking you will never be able to change your bodies or get strong at this age.   For those of you already lifting, you will get some pointers to up your game, too. In this powerful and practical episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast , I sit down with fitness and weight loss expert Alicia Jones to talk about what really matters when it comes to buil...

In this soul-nourishing episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast , I welcome back one of my favorite guests—Stephanie Fusnik (Crassweller), the CEO and founder of VitalityOET and host of The Metabolism and Menopause Podcast . If you're in midlife and you've ever felt like you're doing "all the right things" but still feel stuck—emotionally, physically, or spiritually—this episode is for you. Stephani...

This is one of the most jaw-dropping and informative episodes I've ever recorded, and it will absolutely shift the way you view gut health and your symptoms. In this episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast , I sat down with Kim Rogers, also known as the "Worm Queen," to explore a topic that might make you squirm — parasites, worms, and what they may be doing inside your body. If you're dealing with...

In this episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast, I'm joined by my dear friend and fellow holistic health practitioner, Jacquelyn Lovett, to talk about something more women need to be aware of—Graves' disease and thyroid health. In previous podcast episodes, we have talked about thyroid health and Hashimoto's disease, but not Graves' disease.   I thought it was a perfect time to highlight Graves' and...

 Welcome to Season 3 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! In this episode, I'm letting you in on one of the sneakiest contributors to emotional eating—control. If you're anything like me, you might find yourself trying to control not just your food and body, but also the people and situations around you. Sure, control feels like safety, but in reality, it often leads to disconnection, guilt, and a stron...

Welcome to Episode 100 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! I can't believe it! We've hit 100 episodes of the Emotional Eats Podcast!! I am loving this journey and want to celebrate with you, my special audience.  It's because of you that I continue to share as much information and expertise as I can. To make this episode extra special, I invited my dear friend and fellow health coach, Melissa Slemp, to...

Can Clutter Actually Make You Eat More? Have you ever felt like the clutter in your home is adding to your mental load, making it harder to focus, relax, or even stay on track with your health goals? In this episode, I sit down with Shannon Leyko, the powerhouse behind Paring Down, to explore how decluttering is deeply connected to emotional eating, stress, and mental well-being.   Shannon is a fo...

Do you think about quitting drinking alcohol alot?  Or think you eat too much because of drinking? In this episode,   I'm diving deep into a personal journey—one that many of you may relate to—the connection between alcohol and emotional eating. If you've ever found yourself pouring a glass of wine after a long day or reaching for snacks when stress of the day kicks in, you're not alone. But have...

Welcome to Episode 97 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! I was really looking forward to this episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast because I sit down with the incredible Dr. Prudence Hall to discuss a topic that affects every midlife woman—menopause. Dr. Hall, a pioneer in women's health, shares her extensive experience in gynecology and integrative medicine to help women better understand their horm...

Welcome to Episode 96 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! In this episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast, Kim Hynes is joined by fellow health coach and friend, Melissa Slemp, to discuss their personal experiences with menopausal brain fog and the challenges it presents. From forgetfulness to struggling with focus and decision-making, they dive into the cognitive shifts that come with perimenopause and...

Welcome to Episode 95 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! Kim sits down with relationship expert and author Bob Grant to explore the relationships, dating, and emotional connection for women over 40. Bob shares his extensive experience as a clinically trained relationship coach and therapist, offering invaluable insights into the patterns, struggles, and breakthroughs women experience in love and partn...

Welcome to Episode 94 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! My guest today is Erin Keating, host of the Hotter Than Ever Podcast and founder of Hotter Than Ever, a media company redefining life for women over 40. Erin's incredible ability to verbalize the struggles and unspoken truths women face in midlife will leave you inspired, reflective, and ready to embrace the second half of your life on your term...

Do you know the steps you can do right now to take charge of your brain health before it's too late? Welcome to Episode 93 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! In this episode,  Kim sits down with Dr. Rana Mafee, a neurologist and functional medicine practitioner, to discuss practical strategies for optimizing brain health, preventing cognitive decline, and navigating hormonal changes during midlife. Hi...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jenn Huber, a Registered Dietitian, Naturopathic Doctor, and Intuitive Eating Coach, to explore topics like the impact of diet culture, the emotional connection to food, and how to create a compassionate relationship with our changing bodies. Jenn shares her personal journey and how it   influenced her passion for helping women navigate perimenopause and menopa...

Welcome to Episode 91 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! Kim shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming emotional eating. She reflects on how childhood experiences, perfectionism, and coping mechanisms shaped her relationship with food.  Kim candidly discusses pivotal moments—from sneaking snacks as a child to using food for comfort during college and adulthood. She explains how these patterns e...

Welcome to Episode 90 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! In this episode, host Kim sits down with Dr. Katie DiNello, a compassionate and experienced functional medicine doctor who specializes in helping women navigate midlife health challenges. Together, they discuss everything from midlife weight loss struggles and gut health to the emotional complexities of overeating and the importance of joyful, s...

Welcome to Episode 89 of the Emotional Eats Podcast!   This week, Kim welcomes back Laura Heflin, a Christian wife, mom, holistic nutritionist, podcaster, and three-time published author. Laura shares her mission to inspire others and create change in our health-challenged culture by embracing balance, authenticity, and self-love.   Together, Kim and Laura discuss the impact of perfectionism on mi...