Make Peace With Food

"Living with intention empowers you to make decisions sooner rather than later." — John Diggs Join me today in this episode of the Make Peace with Food podcast as I connect with John Diggs, a former professional football player turned motivational speaker and mind-mapping expert. Mind mapping has the transformative power of gaining clarity, emotional regulation, and decision-making, espe...

It’s not just food and exercise that’s affecting your metabolism. Addressing stored trauma and balancing hormones like insulin and cortisol are essential steps for transforming your body into an efficient fat burner.  And speeding up a sluggish metabolism.  In this minisode, I revealed the common misconceptions about aging and weight gain, empowering you to reclaim control over your health and wel...

"Health is the biggest asset we have." -Hannah Went In this engaging episode of Make Peace with Food podcast, I welcome Hannah, an expert in the field of epigenetics, to discuss the revolutionary impact of epigenetics on health and aging. With both a personal and professional connection to the world of medicine, Hannah shares her insights into how understanding epigenetic markers can empower indiv...

Did you know that 95% of dieters regain their weight within a year? Regardless of which diet it - paleo, keto, calorie and macro tracking or even the vegan diet, statistics show that the weight will come right back on. In today’s minisode I’m going to share with you exactly why this happens and what you can do to make sure that this never applies to you. And by the way, you can still join me in th...

"The number on that scale does not determine our self-worth." - Lisa Dahl Welcome to the Make Peace with Food show! Today, we are going to deep dive into some common misconceptions and misunderstandings around what it means to be an intuitive eater and what it means to be comfortable at every size. I am joined by Lisa Dahl, an intuitive eating and body image health coach, who has dedicat...

In this Minisode of Make Peace with Food. I discuss the topic of binge eating and explore new perspectives on understanding and overcoming it. You’ll learn the true definition of binge eating and more importantly, understand that it’s actually a nervous system issue. During today’s conversation, I’ll also give you practical insights into how the nervous system influences your relationship with foo...

Are you tired of setting goals and never achieving them?  Noticing that anxiety and perfectionism are what usually get in your way? If you are ready to break free from perfectionism and paralysis analysis, this episode is for you! Anxiety is a common condition that many people experience at some point in their lives. Anxiety comes from overcontrol and from thoughts that are projected into the futu...

In this Make Peace with Food Minisode, we’re exploring the concept of scarcity mindset and how it impacts your relationship with food. I’m sharing with you my personal struggles with binge eating and how diving deep into nutritional sciences actually is what led to my disordered eating pattern, and how I got out of it by working on my nervous system. I’m also talking about why restricting creates...

“Intuitive eating is about eating in ways that honor your health and make you feel good—it's not an absence of nutrition." - Krista Beck Are you tired of restrictive diets that leave you feeling deprived and unsatisfied? Do you want to develop a healthier and more positive relationship with food and your body? If so, it's time to embrace the power of intuitive eating, including rejecting the diet...

In today’s minisode, let’s explore the complexities of dysbiosis, commonly known as leaky gut, wit me as I explain how this condition can lead to systemic inflammation and a range of symptoms, from shoulder pain and eczema to fibromyalgia.  Discover how the immune system reacts to substances escaping from the gut and the potential for autoimmune responses. Learn why addressing gut health could be...

Dieting and emotional eating often go hand in hand. Emotional eating is often a response to deep-rooted emotions such as trauma, stress, anxiety, or depression, while dieting is the most common approach used to combat emotional eating. When dealing with uncomfortable feelings, it can be difficult to sit with them. We often try to escape from them by self-medicating with food, exercise, shopping, o...

In this minisode, let’s talk about the dangers of New Year resolutions, particularly in health and fitness. As the holiday season unfolds, many feel pressured to make drastic lifestyle changes at the start of the new year. I emphasize the importance of practicing a healthy relationship with food that doesn’t resort to restriction and deprivation. I also share that New Year's resolutions can trigge...

“The message we tell ourselves is the message of the life we're going to experience.”- Sandra Hauch In this episode, I invited my longtime acquaintance, Sandra Hauch to discuss her captivating journey of self-improvement and inner growth. I admire Sandra's ability to observe, listen, and then speak with impact, a quality that many aspire to cultivate. Together, we discuss the significance of overc...

In today’s minisode, I discuss the impact of self-sabotage on weight loss and how conventional focus on weighing might hinder progress. She emphasizes changing one’s relationship with food by aligning the nervous system to stop binge and emotional eating.  I share insights on creating a stress-free approach to achieving health goals, especially during the holiday season, offer tips for navigating...

Today’s episode tackles the societal and physiological facets of sugar consumption. We’re not just talking about calories and health implications today. Mike highlights how sugar functions not only as a dietary issue but as a dopamine-driven addiction impacting mental focus and emotional health.  Throughout the episode, we both share why we stopped eating sugar and dive into methods for overcoming...

Join me in today’s minisode as I discuss why the path to health is about releasing stored energy patterns and aligning with our body's intrinsic needs and let’s dive deep to understand why many remain stuck in cycles of self-sabotage, repeating behavior that derails health and fitness goals, often masking deeper issues with transient gains, only to revert to old patterns due to life's unpredictabl...

"The world tells you what you need to buy and started to tell you what you need to declutter, but no one tells you how to use your things, how to enjoy your life." - Gillian Dunn In today’s Fall In Love with Fitness Podcast episode, Join me and guest Gillian Dunn as we discuss the transformative power of using and appreciating everyday items. Inspired by Gillian’s popular TED Talk, we explore the...

In this Minisode, I discuss the complex relationship many individuals have with sugar, and I share my personal experiences and relationship with sugar too.  Throughout the minisode, I also discuss the concept of sugar addiction through the lens of the dopamine reward system and the psychological implications of food restriction. How traditional dieting methods inadvertently reinforce sugar craving...

" Listen to yourself—inside of you is everything that you need. The answers are there. " - Patrick Sullivan Jr. In this engaging episode of "Fall in Love with Fitness," I talk with Patrick Sullivan Jr., co-founder of Jigsaw Health, who discusses the critical role of magnesium in promoting wellness. Patrick shares his journey with magnesium and how it began with severe leg cramps during his youth,...

In this minisode, I explore the concept of polarity and the power of language in shaping our reality. I discuss how thoughts influence emotions and actions, emphasizing the importance of shifting from an "I can't" to an "I don't" mindset to avoid self-sabotage and feel more empowered. I also share insights on improving emotional and physical well-being by reframing our internal dialogue.  If you’v...

“ Understanding who you are and what your inner voice tells you can redefine your truth and your actions. ” - Sherry When it comes to healing and overcoming any challenge, your self-image plays a crucial role in shaping your beliefs and behaviors. And your success.  Your limits are ultimately defined by your own unconscious beliefs. In this episode of the podcast I talk about how important it is t...

I explore overcoming emotional eating within seven days by understanding the body's role in this behavior rather than just the mind. I discuss how emotions are experienced in the body and highlight the significance of the inner child in influencing emotional responses.  If you’ve been listening to this podcast, and you’re ready to take a timeout and focus on just you for a whole week, then I want...

"The win is in showing up. It's not about how much you do; it's the fact that you did it." - Sherry Shaban In this episode of the podcast, I share with you how to make the biggest shift in your health journey.  30 years ago, after getting hit by a car and two back surgeries later, doctors told me that I would never be able to do any sports again.  Pregnancy would be a challenge.  And that I’d have...

Join me as I delve into the vital roles of insulin in metabolism, emphasizing its function in energy storage and fat suppression. Let’s explore how lifestyle choices influence insulin levels and fat storage, including meal frequency, food composition, and timing. Discover strategies to manage insulin release through whole foods, avoiding artificial sweeteners, and optimizing activity around your n...

"Self-awareness and personal accountability are key in changing our lives and improving our relationships." - Mary Beth Schrudder In this empowering episode of Fall in Love with Fitness podcast, I invited life coach Mary Beth Schrudder to share her inspiring journey of overcoming alcohol addiction. Mary Beth dives deeply into her personal history, explaining how childhood experiences shaped her ad...