Recovery from binge eating is a courageous and transformative journey that many individuals embark upon to regain control over their relationship with food and their emotional well-being. Binge eating, characterized by episodes of consuming large quantities of food in a short period, often accompanied by feelings of guilt and shame, can be a challenging struggle. […]
Most people believe that they need to control their food intake. What they fail to recognise is that they have been controlling their food intake for several years if not decades and still they end up emotionally eating, overeating or bingeing. How come? It’s because you don’t need control around food, you need peace. Being […]
Intermittent fasting (IF) is an eating pattern that involves alternating between periods of fasting (not eating or significantly reducing calorie intake) and periods of eating. Unlike traditional diets that focus on what foods you should eat, intermittent fasting is more concerned with when you should eat. It doesn’t prescribe specific foods but rather defines specific […]
When someone says they “restrict food mentally,” they are describing a psychological or cognitive pattern where their thoughts and attitudes about food lead to limitations or constraints in their eating habits and food choices. This mental restriction is not always apparent from external behaviors but is more related to their internal mindset and relationship with […]
Weight loss is more than just shedding pounds; it’s a transformation of the mind. If you focus solely on the scale without addressing your mindset around food, you’re just a smaller version of yourself with the same old thoughts. True well-being comes from nurturing a positive relationship with food and embracing a mindset that aligns […]
In the journey of self-love, remember this: bad body image days visit us in our heaviest and thinnest moments alike. The truth is, body image transcends the numbers on the scale. It’s a complex dance between our thoughts and emotions. Embrace the realization that your worth isn’t determined by weight. It’s about nurturing a positive […]
Let’s unravel the layers of weight loss desires: It’s okay to want to lose weight, but let’s also acknowledge that the feel-good aspect often comes from external validation. If others didn’t notice or compliment, would the satisfaction be the same? The journey towards a healthier self is about internal fulfillment, recognizing the value beyond external […]
Eating can be triggered by various factors, and not all of them are related to physical hunger. Some common triggers for eating include: Emotions: Stress, sadness, boredom, anxiety, and loneliness can lead to emotional eating as a way to cope with these feelings. Social situations: Social gatherings, celebrations, and peer pressure can prompt eating, even […]
Weight loss becomes a natural byproduct when we shift our focus from eating for the wrong reasons to nourishing our bodies with love and intention. It’s not just about the food on our plate but understanding the emotions behind our choices. As we cultivate a healthier relationship with food, the scales may tip, not just […]
First of all intuitive eating is not a diet; it’s a philosophy and approach to eating that promotes a healthy and balanced relationship with food. The principles of intuitive eating were developed by dietitians Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch and the core principles of intuitive eating are as follows: 1. Reject the Diet Mentality: Intuitive […]