In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck sits down with Madeleine Karlsson, an Integrative Nutrition and Health Coach, Pilates Instructor, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, and a two-time TEDx speaker. Madeleine shares her personal journey overcoming emotional eating and dives deep into why we turn to food for comfort, the biochemical and emotional triggers behind emotional eating, and how to finally break free from the cycle.

Throughout the episode, Madeleine discusses the importance of understanding our emotional triggers and the role of mindfulness in cultivating a healthier relationship with food. She explores common myths surrounding dieting and weight loss and offers practical tips for combating sugar and salt cravings. The conversation touches on the significance of nutrient-dense meals, sleep, and stress management in stabilizing blood sugar levels and avoiding emotional eating.

Listeners will learn how to shift away from restrictive dieting, practice self-compassion, and make lasting changes that nourish both body and mind. Madeleine also emphasizes the value of understanding emotional eating as more than just a food issue, but a reflection of unmet emotional needs.

Tune in to learn how to break free from emotional eating and build a healthier, more balanced relationship with food.

Takeaways:

• Emotional eating is often a result of using food as compensation or a crutch to deal with uncomfortable emotions.
• Understanding the impact of food on our bodies and prioritizing nutrient-dense meals can help reduce cravings and emotional eating.
• Improving the quality and quantity of sleep is crucial for regulating hunger hormones and reducing emotional eating.
• Mindful eating, including chewing each bite thoroughly and eating slowly, can help improve digestion and prevent overeating.
• Breaking the cycle of emotional eating requires addressing the underlying emotional triggers and finding healthier ways to cope with emotions. Emotional eating is often a result of seeking comfort and nourishment from food to fill a void in other areas of life.
• Breaking free from emotional eating requires understanding and addressing the underlying emotions and triggers.
• Diets and restrictive eating are not sustainable or effective for long-term weight loss.
• Improving the quality of food and nourishing the body with nutrient-dense meals can naturally reduce hunger and support weight management.
• Self-compassion, learning from mistakes, and seeking support are essential for maintaining a healthy relationship with food.

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Keywords: emotional eating, sugar addiction, cravings, food addiction, mindful eating, nutrient density, gut health, emotional eating, comfort eating, food cravings, dieting, weight loss, nutrition, self-compassion, holistic approach