Make Peace With Food

In this engaging episode, I unravel the complexities surrounding metabolism, providing listeners with a fresh perspective on the common misconceptions of genetics and metabolism. As the debate over what truly slows down metabolism continues, I dive deep into the world of epigenetics, explaining how environmental factors and lifestyle choices impact gene expression and metabolic rates. With her ins...

“If you desire to make a change, don't listen to what other people are saying unless they’ve already done what it is you’re trying to do.” - Sherry Shaban In this very personal episode of the Fall in Love with Fitness podcast, I get vulnerable and share my story of overcoming my life-altering injuries and how I shifted my mindset from victimhood to victory. I discuss why fad diets often fail and h...

Throughout the discussion in this minisode, I share my compelling journey from a competitive athlete to a holistic fitness coach. After a car accident altered the trajectory of my life, I turned to intuitive eating and exercise, leading to rediscovering my passion. Highlighting the significance of listening to one's body, I also emphasizes understanding individual dietary needs beyond mainstream d...

"The right diet for you is the one that you enjoy. And the one that your body thrives and is fully satisfied on. There is no such thing as a one diet that fits all.” - Sherry Shaban In this episode, I discuss the psychology behind dieting and the fundamental shift required to cultivate sustainable health habits. Also, the challenge in traditional diet culture, emphasizing the importance of transit...

"We cannot shame or guilt our way to transformation. We can only love ourselves through that." – Sherry Shaban In this enlightening minisode, Sherry shaban discusses the intricacies of emotional eating and the impact of hormones on our dietary habits. Women often grapple with the challenge of managing work, mom, and personal life, potentially leading to emotional eating triggered by stress and env...

“Start with one small thing at a time and every single week, build up on that. Don't try to do everything at one time." - Sherry Shaban In this episode, I emphasize the power of viewing life's obstacles as opportunities, sharing insights on how changing daily habits can lead to significant improvements in health and fitness. With a background in both osteopathy and athletic training, I also incorp...

"The more that we listen to our bodies... we can find the right way to eat without the emotional attachments.” - Sherry Shaban In this minisode, I emphasize the importance of intuitive eating and highlight how modern diets can polarize our perception of food, oftentimes leading to disordered eating behaviors like binge eating. I further explain how our nervous system states influence our relations...

"Our gut is our second brain, directly influencing our mood and energy levels." - Sherry Shaban In today’s episode of Fall in Love with Fitness, let’s explore the profound effects of gut health on the body, immune system, and mindset.  I share my journey from biochemistry to health coaching following a life-altering accident, emphasizing the importance of mindset and self-image in transformation. ...

"Emotional eating is sudden. It's very specific and urgent, and it doesn't serve you. But when your body is intuitively eating, it asks for the types of foods that will serve it." - Sherry Shaban In this minisode, I shares insights from my journey of overcoming a back injury, debunking diet myths, and battling a secret binge-eating disorder. I discuss the impact of the autonomic nervous system on...

"It's not true that for us to be healthy, we have to release weight. You actually have to be healthy first to release weight." - Sherry Shaban In this episode of Fall In Love with Fitness, I’m releasing Day 1 training of the Fat Loss 101 Masterclass I held two weeks ago.  I reveal the critical role of the nervous system in weight management. I expand on why conventional diet and exercise methods o...

In this minisode, Sherry Shaban discusses the nervous system, specifically focusing on the autonomic nervous system. This engaging conversation reveals new insights for listeners to understand their behaviors and patterns, especially around issues with motivation and self-discipline. Sherry explains how it is not a lack of willpower but a complex interaction of physiological responses that often l...

“It's never too late to start; just set goals 24 hours at a time and add sustainable habits that serve you." - Sherry Shaban In this episode, Sherry Shaban shares her journey from a competitive athlete to dealing with a severe back injury, and how she rebuilt her life and career by discovering the transformative power of fitness. Sherry delves into topics like overcoming injury, the psych...

"If you lose those inflammatory foods, you reduce autoimmune and gut dysbiosis, which is key to improving overall health." - Edward Park In this episode of Fall In Love with Fitness, The discussion begins with Edward Park sharing the personal story of his father's illness that ignited his profound interest in telomeres and longevity. He explains how telomeres, the protective caps at...

In this minisode, Sherry Shaban delves into the transformative concept of achieving weight loss without eliminating carbohydrates. Sherry shares her extensive journey in the health and fitness industry, debunking the popular myth that carbs are detrimental to weight loss. She explains how an obsession with cutting out carbs and other food groups can lead to unhealthy eating behaviors and long-term...

"Life is beautiful. If you have good health, you can enjoy it to the fullest and live a long life and a healthy life." - Shruti Sethi In today’s episode of Fall in Love with Fitness podcast, host Sherry Shaban is with Shruti Sethi, and they discuss the alternative approaches to health and wellness. Shruti shares her journey of recovering from stage two Hodgkin’s lymphoma and how she now...

In today’s minisode, Sherry Shaban discusses the pervasive issue of nighttime snacking and how it undermines wellness goals. She reveals that contrary to popular belief, nighttime eating is often not a matter of weak willpower or lack of discipline. Instead, it is deeply rooted in our nervous system's response to stress and perceived threats. Sherry shares her personal struggle with nighttime...

“Diet is anything and everything that enters your being from your environment, that impacts your body, your mind, your spirit, and your thoughts and your emotions." - Sherry Shaban In this episode with host Sherry Shaban, let’s talk about metabolism and its role in our overall health and well-being. Starting with a clear definition of metabolism and basal metabolic rate (BMR), Sherry provides...

Let us join Sherry Shaban as she discusses the three steps on how to overcome sugar addiction in this enlightening episode. Sherry shares her battles with sugar and how she managed to conquer her cravings, in addition to offering listeners a three-step plan to defeat sugar addiction. This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with not just sugar addiction but any form of dietary challenge or un...

"When we start appreciating our baby steps, then we no longer feel like we have to push to some perceived goal." - Shana Meyerson  In this episode, Shana Meyerson shares the serendipitous event that catalyzed her transition into yoga and how a broken toe shifted her entire life's trajectory.  As someone who once perceived yoga as merely floor-based and passive, Shana’s narrative show...

In this week's minisode, Sherry Shaban dives deep into the science of hormones and their impact on weight management, eating behaviors, and overall health.  Do you need help to maintain motivation for your fitness goals? Do binge eating, emotional eating, or nighttime eating habits hinder your progress? Sherry addresses these issues by explaining how the body's hormones function and how yo...

" Our bodies were designed and created in a way that can heal, and you can heal, too ." – Daniel Chapman Chronic stress has become an unwelcome constant in many lives. From environmental toxins to nutritional deficiencies and emotional turmoil, the cumulative impact of stress is profound. In this episode of the Fall In Love with Fitness, hosts Sherry Shaban with Daniel Chapman discuss th...

“All disease begins as information. If we can negate the energy of disease, you no longer have any intelligence behind the disease.” - Tom Paladino Scalar energy is not just another energy form; it’s a revolution in how we understand and interact with the energy of the universe.  In today’s episode, Tom delves into the realm of scalar light, discussing its profound implications and benefits for hu...

Want to understand why you have sudden intense cravings? In this Minisode, let's dive deep into emotional eating and how our hormones play a crucial role in our eating patterns. Join Sherry Shaban, an osteopath and anti-diet health coach, the conversation uncovers Sherry’s personal and professional journey, her struggles and triumphs over disordered eating, and her unique insights into managin...

"Your health is fundamentally impacted by how you move, what you eat, and how you manage stress." - Valentina Bain Epigenetics is an emerging field, offering insights into how our genes interact with our environment and lifestyle choices. In this episode of Fall In Love with Fitness, Sherry Shaban with Valentina Bain, a renowned expert in epigenetics and holistic health, delve deep into...

In today’s minisode, Sherry Shaban dives deep into the intricacies of how to effectively get your body to burn fat, focusing on the pivotal role of the nervous system in weight management. Sherry starts by addressing common misconceptions around diet trends such as low-carb and keto diets, offering insightful advice on how to navigate the overwhelming world of nutritional information. Sherry expla...