In this second episode of a four-part series, I'll be talking about the importance of awareness in achieving lasting food freedom and making sustainable changes to your eating habits. Building on the introduction to the ABCs of food freedom from the previous episode, I'll explain how awareness is the first crucial step towards a healthier relationship with food.

Contrary to what you might expect, I do actually believe tracking your food can be a valuable tool—especially at the beginning of a new lifestyle change. However, my approach differs from traditional methods of food tracking. Instead of focusing on calories, macros, or points, I recommend tracking your food along with the time you eat, your hunger levels, mood, and energy before and after meals. This more mindful way of tracking helps you understand how different foods and eating patterns affect your body (and mind!), and provides insights into your body's unique needs.

By becoming aware of these factors, you can make informed decisions about your diet, such as adjusting portion sizes, meal timing, or even incorporating more variety and enjoyment into your meals. This episode emphasizes that awareness is not about restriction but about understanding and responding to your body's signals. Tune in to learn how to cultivate awareness and set the stage for exploring the next steps in the ABCs of food freedom: beliefs and consistency.

In this episode of the Two-Minute Wellness podcast, I'll be discussing the challenges and fears that come with moving away from traditional food tracking methods like calorie counting and macro tracking. I share my personal journey of overcoming my dependence on apps and programs like MyFitnessPal and Weight Watchers to guide my food choices, and acknowledge the fear that accompanies transitioning to a more intuitive approach to eating.

Learning to trust your own body instead of relying on other people, programs or apps to tell you how much or what to eat can be a daunting and scary process. But I'll introduce you to my unique method, which I call the ABCs of lasting food freedom. It stands for Awareness, Beliefs, and Consistency. These three elements helped me stop tracking every bite and start listening to my body's natural signals. And they can help you, too.

This episode is the first in a series where I'll delve deeper into each component of my method, offering practical tips and insights for those looking to cultivate a healthier, more intuitive relationship with food. Tune in to learn how to move from tracking everything to trusting your body and finally finding true food freedom.

In this episode of the Two-Minute Wellness podcast, we're delving into the concept of intuitive eating. I'll also be sharing my unique, mindful approach to food and nutrition.

While intuitive eating encourages trusting your body's cravings and signals, my approach also emphasizes the importance of building a healthy foundation to truly understand and respond to those cues.

Relying solely on intuitive eating can be challenging without a solid nutritional base. A more mindful approach that balances enjoyment with nourishment allows you to indulge in treats while maintaining a nutritious diet that sets you up to feel energized and good.

Join me as I discuss how to integrate healthier foods you enjoy into your meals, prepare them deliciously, and still leave room for the fun foods you love. Learn how a mindful eating strategy can enhance your relationship with food, helping you feel great and live a balanced, vibrant life.