Eating For You
The Eating for You Podcast helps listeners understand whether they are eating for emotional or non-hunger reasons. Host Sallyanne Pisk, an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Mindfulness Practitioner, supports women in breaking the dieting cycle and overcoming emotional eating habits. Each episode shares research, practical insights, and conversations with experts on health, wellbeing, and sustainable behaviour change. The podcast offers a free downloadable checklist to assist listeners in their journey.
Episodes
Episode 180: Still Thinking Like a Dieter? | What Creates Lasting Healthy Eating?
Many women stop dieting long before they stop thinking like a dieter.The food rules may be gone, but the thoughts often remain:"I've been good today." "I'll start again tomorrow." "I shouldn't have eaten that."In this episode of the Eating for You Podcast, I explore why letting go of restrictions can feel uncomfortable and why lasting healthy eating isn
Episode 179: How Nasreen Stopped Starting Over With Food
Many women know what healthy eating looks like.The struggle isn't nutrition knowledge.It's getting stuck in the cycle of "I'll start tomorrow."This week I'm joined by my client, Nasreen, who shares her honest journey from years of gaining and losing the same 10 kilograms, emotional eating, and feeling trapped by all-or-nothing thinking, to developing a calmer, more confid
Episode 178: How to Change Your Eating Habits: Pause Before You Eat
Changing your eating habits often sounds simple.Eat less chocolate.Stop snacking.Be more disciplined.But what if the real reason your eating habits haven't changed has nothing to do with knowing what to eat?In this episode of the Eating for You Podcast, I explore one of the biggest mistakes women make when trying to eat healthier—they focus on changing the food before understanding why they
Episode 177: Why You Keep Starting and Stopping Healthy Eating
This week we're exploring one of the biggest reasons healthy eating feels so difficult—not because you don't know what to eat, but because of the way you're thinking about change.Have you ever told yourself:• I'll start on Monday. • I've already blown it. • I may as well eat whatever I want today and begin again tomorrow.You're not alone.For many women, all-or-nothing think
Episode 176: Is your digestion trying to tell you something?
What is your digestion trying to tell you?When we think about digestion, we often think about bloating, reflux or stomach discomfort. But what if digestion was about much more than your gut?In this episode, Chinese Medicine practitioner Tania Grasseschi and I explore how digestion influences our energy, emotions, eating habits and ability to nourish ourselves.You'll learn why stress and rushing th
Episode 175: How Much Protein Do I Need?
Protein is everywhere right now. We're being encouraged to prioritise protein at every meal, choose high-protein snacks and aim for daily targets that can sometimes require protein powders, bars and supplements to achieve.But how much protein do you actually need?In this episode I explore why protein is important for health and maintaining muscle as we age—but also why health, strength and hea
Episode: 174 Why Can't I Stop Eating? | Food Cravings, Ultra-Processed Foods & Food Addiction
Have you ever wondered why you can't stop eating certain foods?Maybe it's chocolate after dinner, chips while watching TV, or biscuits you didn't even plan to eat. If you've ever blamed yourself or thought you simply lacked willpower, this episode may change the way you think about food.In this episode of the Eating for You Podcast, dietitian and mindful eating coach Sallyanne expl
Episode 173: What's the Best Exercise for Women Over 40? | Qigong and the Power of Gentle Movement
As women move through their 40s, perimenopause and beyond, many discover that the exercise routines that once worked no longer feel right. High-intensity workouts can leave us exhausted, while social media continues to promote quick fixes and unrealistic body transformation promises.In this episode of the Eating for You Podcast, I'm joined by Chinese medicine practitioner and Qigong teacher Ta
Episode 172: How to Stay Healthy This Winter (Eating Comfort Food)
As winter settles in, many women start asking the same questions.How do I avoid catching every cold going around? Why do I crave comfort food? Will I gain weight if I move less? And how can I stay healthy without feeling deprived?In this episode, Chinese medicine practitioner Tania Grasseschi returns to the podcast to explain how working with winter, rather than against it, can help you feel healt
Episode 171: What’s Missing From Healthy Eating? With Jeffrey Siegel
Have you ever felt like you know what to eat but still struggle to do it consistently?In this Men’s Health Week special, I’m joined by men's wellness coach, Harvard teaching fellow, and author of Eating 2.0, Jeffrey Siegel. Together, we explore why healthy eating isn’t simply about willpower, meal plans, or finding the "perfect" diet. Jeff shares his personal journey from disordered
Episode 170: Meditation Made Simple For Busy Women
Many women are curious about meditation but feel they can’t quiet their minds, don’t have enough time, or simply don’t know where to start.In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast, I welcome back yoga and meditation expert Malati Mehrish from Ananda in the Himalayas to answer the most common questions women ask about meditation.Together, we explore:why meditation isn’t about stopping thoughts
Episode 169: Healthy Eating on a Budget: Dietitian Tips for Real Life
In recognition of Dietitians Week Australia, I welcome Laureate Professor Clare Collins—one of Australia’s most respected leaders in nutrition science and dietetics—for a practical conversation about healthy eating that works in real life.With more than 40 years of experience, Clare shares evidence-based, realistic strategies to help individuals and families eat well without blowing the grocery bu
Episode 168: STOP DIETING: What's really driving your eating habits
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Why can’t I just stick to healthy eating?”You start the week feeling organised and motivated… but then life gets busy, stress creeps in, and suddenly it feels like you’ve fallen off track again.In this episode, in recognition of International No Diet Day, I explore a powerful alternative to dieting—understanding the drivers for eating.Instead of focusing on
Episode 167: Why do I self-sabotage with food? (What's really going on)
Have you ever found yourself asking, “Why do I keep doing this? I know what healthy eating looks like… so why can’t I stick to it?”If that question feels familiar, you’re not alone—and more importantly, you’re not the problem.In this episode, we gently unpack the idea of “self-sabotage” and explore a different, more compassionate way of understanding your eating habits. Rather than focusing on mor
Episode 166: How to Stick to Healthy Eating (Without All-or-Nothing Thinking)
The women I work with who stick with healthy eating long term don’t do it perfectly—they’ve let go of all-or-nothing thinking and learned a more sustainable way to approach food.In this episode, I explore the common pattern that keeps many women stuck in cycles of starting over and why trying to eat “perfectly” often backfires.I also introduce a more supportive and realistic approach—one that focu
Episode 165: The Simple Habit That Changes How You Eat Forever
What if the habit that could transform your eating has nothing to do with what you eat—but how you eat?In this episode I explore one of the most overlooked reasons women feel out of control with food: eating with distraction.If you’ve ever:Eaten in front of the TV and still felt unsatisfiedSnacked mindlessly while cooking or workingFound yourself going back for more without knowing whyBelieved you
Episode 164: Healthy Eating That Lasts — Backed by Science
Have you ever started eating “well”… only to feel like you’ve failed a few days later?In this World Health Day episode, I explore why healthy eating can feel so hard—and what the science actually says about creating habits that last.If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of: trying to be “good,” slipping up, feeling guilty, and starting over…this episode will help you understand why that happens—and ho
Episode 163: Can I Have a Chocolate Egg for Easter?
Easter is almost here… and with it often comes chocolate, temptation, guilt—and that familiar thought:“I’ll just eat it all on Sunday and get back on track on Monday.”In this gentle, reflective episode, I share a memorable conversation with a client who once asked me:“Can I have a chocolate egg for Easter?”What followed revealed something many women experience around this time of year—the pull bet
Episode 162: Autumn Is the Best Time to Strengthen Your Immune System
Did you know that if you want to stay well in winter, the real work begins in autumn?In Traditional Chinese Medicine, autumn is the season of the lungs and large intestines—and one of the most important times of year to strengthen your immune system naturally before cold and flu season arrives.In this episode, I’m joined by Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner and Qigong teacher Tania Grasses
Episode 161: Eat More Greens Without Dieting (3 Simple Ways)
Going green for St Patrick’s Day ☘️ — but not in a blender smoothie kind of way. In Episode 161, I’m sharing three simple, realistic ways to eat more green vegetables so you can feel nourished, energised, and satisfied—without stress, restriction, or diet rules.We’ll cover why greens support gut health, hormone metabolism, bone strength, immune function, and mood, plus my honest take on green smoo
Episode 160: Ovarian Cancer Awareness: Nutrition, Lifestyle & Compassionate Care
In recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month (Australia), I welcome back cancer dietitian and nutritionist Jane Freeman for an evidence-based and compassionate conversation about ovarian cancer and nutrition support.Jane shares why ovarian cancer symptoms can be subtle and easily dismissed—including persistent bloating, pelvic or abdominal discomfort, appetite changes, bowel changes, and fatig
Episode 159: 5 Mindful Steps To Healthy Eating That Lasts
If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do with eating—start with good intentions and then it doesn’t last—this episode is for you.In today’s episode, I share the five mindful steps that support lasting change in eating habits, based on the Eating for You Changing Eating Habits Practice:Create SpaceConnectObserveTransformPatience & PracticeThese steps aren’t a checklist, and they’re not abou
Episode 158: Healthy Eating That Lasts: 10 Years of Eating for You
February marks 10 years since the launch of the Eating for You book, and in this special anniversary episode, I reflect on what I’ve learned from decades of supporting women to build healthier eating habits that truly last.This episode is both a celebration and a reassurance—for anyone who has tried many approaches to healthy eating and wondered why it hasn’t been sustainable.Inside the episode, y
Episode 157: Why Weight Regain Happens After Weight Loss Medications
Weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are everywhere right now—and if you’re curious about them (or taking one), there’s nothing wrong with you.In Episode 157, as a non-diet, mindfulness-based dietitian, I unpack what the research shows about weight regain after stopping weight loss medications and why regain is often biological, not a personal failure. You’ll learn how GLP-1 m
Episode 156: How Do I Stick to Regular Exercise When Motivation Runs Out?
Ever start the year feeling motivated… then a few weeks later fall off the movement waggon? In Episode 156, I am joined by resident fitness and women’s health expert Angela Mills to unpack why motivation is unreliable—and what actually makes movement stick long-term.Together, we share practical, realistic strategies to build movement into your life without the all-or-nothing mindset: 🚶🏻♀️Identity
Episode 155: Why Don’t New Year’s Food Resolutions Work—and What Works Instead?
Most food and eating New Year’s resolutions fail within the first couple of weeks—not because you lack motivation, but because they focus on outcomes (like weight loss or “being good”) instead of the real reasons you eat.In this first new episode for 2026, I explore a more sustainable approach: instead of setting rigid goals, choose one habit to understand and gently change—whether it’s snacking,
Episode 154 Why You Can’t Say No to Food When You’re Not Hungry: What Really Helps
PODCASTSaying “no thanks” to food can feel harder than saying yes—especially during the festive season.In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast, I explore why it can feel almost impossible to say no to food when you’re not hungry, and how social pressure, diet talk and fear of missing out can easily lead to overeating and feeling uncomfortably full.You’ll hear about:🍨 Why food isn’t the probl
Episode 153: Healthy Summer Eating: Chinese Medicine Tips To Stay Cool, Nourished And Off Diets
Do you automatically reach for icy drinks, ice cream and giant salads as soon as the weather heats up – then wonder why you feel heavy and your gut doesn’t feel great?In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast, I am joined again by Chinese medicine practitioner and Qigong teacher Tania Grasseschi, based in the Blue Mountains west of Sydney. Together we explore how to eat in summer so you feel c
Episode 152: Discover What Caroline Achieved When She Stopped Dieting
After more than 50 years of on-and-off dieting, Caroline felt like a “hopeless case” with food.In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast, she shares how dieting from her teens, living with type 2 diabetes, and constant self-criticism damaged her relationship with food—and how mindful eating has helped her find peace, confidence, and better health in her 60s.We talk about what it’s really like
Episode 151: Why Your Eating Goals Haven’t Worked Before: The step most women skip
Know what to do with your eating but feel like life keeps getting in the way?In this reflective episode of The Eating for You Podcast, I invite you to pause and gently look back on your year—not through the harsh lens of success vs failure, but through compassion, curiosity, and kindness.I share how my 2025 has been a year marked by uncertainty, caring for my mum, navigating the aged care system,
Episode 150: How to Eat Healthy and Mindfully While Travelling
Travelling doesn’t have to derail your healthy habits. In this episode, I share how to enjoy food while travelling at home and abroad—mindfully and without guilt. Learn to recognise hunger and fullness cues, balance rich foods with lighter meals, and plan ahead for hydration, nutrition, and food safety.I also cover mindful buffet choices, local-food rituals, managing special diets (IBS, plant-base
Episode 149: Breast Cancer & Food: What to Eat or Skip, and What Actually Matters
Women often hear conflicting advice after a breast cancer diagnosis: cut out sugar, go keto, take this supplement, avoid that food. In this grounded, compassionate conversation, Sallyanne and internationally regarded cancer dietitian Jane Freeman cut through the noise and answer the most common questions women ask about food, treatment, and recovery.You’ll learn:🩷 How common breast cancer is and t
Episode 148: The REAL Cause of Hot Flushes and Belly Fat in Perimenopause
We are celebrating World Menopause Awareness Day with a special guest, Felicia Terlecki—former professional ballet dancer turned Pilates & dance teacher and founder of Pilates Powerhouse Party. In this episode, Felicia and I reframe midlife from “decline” to power with practical tools you can start using today.We unpack the:⁉️most-searched questions about perimenopause vs menopause vs post-men
Episode 147: Emotional Eating Solutions: Overcome Your Triggers
In this World Mental Health Day conversation, I welcome Accredited Practising Dietitian and credentialed eating-disorder dietitian Jacinta Sherlock (Dietetics Done Differently) to explore emotional and non-hunger eating—and why “knowing what to eat” isn’t the same as eating it.We unpack a trauma-informed, person-centred approach interwoven with Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and motivat
Episode 146: Salt, Seasonings, and Heart Health: Rethinking What’s on Your Plate
In this World Heart Day special, I am joined by Dr Rebecca Luong—Cardiometabolic Dietitian and co-founder of Heartful Flavours. Together, we unpack the hidden dangers of excess salt, why most of our sodium comes from processed foods, and how simple swaps can protect your heart without sacrificing flavour. 🥦 From busting diet myths to explaining the link between heme iron, blood pressure, and cardi
Episode 145: Finding Peace With Food And Body
This special episode of The Eating for You Podcast marks the International Day of Peace by bringing the focus inward—towards peace with food and our bodies. I share how judgement, guilt, and rigid food rules keep us trapped in an inner battle, and how mindful eating opens the door to freedom, calm, and self-compassion. You’ll hear practical insights, client stories, and steps to release the pressu
Episode 144: From Food Restriction to Liberation: Janice’s Mindful Eating Journey
I am so thankful that Janice overcame her fear of public speaking to share her journey with food and eating on the Eating for You podcast.Former nurse Janice reflects on growing up on a farm, decades of shift work, and a lifetime of diets that never quite fit. In this candid chat, she shares the “aha” moments that helped her swap all-or-nothing thinking for mindful, non-judgemental choices—like ch
Episode 143: Chinese Medicine Secrets for Spring: Mindful Eating, Movement, and Balance
In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast, I’m joined by Tania Grasseschi, a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, acupuncturist, and Qigong teacher, to explore how to transition from winter to spring with ease. 🌸 We dive into the wisdom of Chinese medicine to understand how seasonal changes affect our body, emotions, and food choices.🥬 Tania shares practical tips for supporting your live
Episode 142: Breaking the Stress–Eating Cycle: Mindful Strategies for Women
In this mini-workshop-style episode of The Eating for You Podcast, for Women’s Health Week, I explore how stress impacts eating habits and health—and what you can do to change it.You’ll learn: 💡 the hidden drivers of stress eating,👣 why breaking tasks into small steps matters, and 🌸 how self-care is more than bubble baths and meditation—it’s an attitude. With practical tips on mindfulness, boundar
Episode 141: Why Bone Health Matters More Than You Think—With Professor Belinda Beck
Did you know that what you do in your 20s, 40s, or 60s can shape the strength of your bones for life?In this special Healthy Bones Action Week episode, I’m joined by internationally respected bone health researcher, Professor Belinda Beck. We explore the surprising truths about osteoporosis, why many women are never screened, and how simple lifestyle changes—yes, even in later life—can drastically
Episode 140: How to Stop Mindless Snacking—Without Guilt or Restriction
In Episode 140, I explore why we snack when we’re not hungry, how to shift from mindless to mindful snacking, and whether snacks can be a helpful part of your day. You’ll learn how to spot emotional, habitual, or environmental triggers, how to honour true hunger, and practical strategies for stopping unintentional snacking without restriction or guilt. Plus, I answer the top questions I am asked:
Episode 139: Why Women Eat in Secret—And What Helps Them Stop
Secret eating often hides in silence and shame—but it’s more common than many women realise. In this reflective episode, I explore the deeper reasons why women eat in secret, what types of foods are typically involved, and how women can break free from this habit with compassion and mindfulness. With real-life stories and powerful insights, this episode gently unpacks the emotional roots of secret
Episode 138: Chocolate Without The Guilt—How to each chocolate and feel good about it
In this World Chocolate Day episode, I sit down with ethical chocolate maker Luke Spencer for a rich, behind-the-scenes look at chocolate—from bean to bar. Discover how to eat chocolate mindfully, the importance of quality over quantity, and how choosing ethical chocolate supports farmers, communities, and the planet. Whether you're a daily dark chocolate devotee or a once-in-a-while cocoa lover,
Episode 137: The Wellbeing Equation: A simple solution to health and happiness
In this World Wellbeing Week episode, I invite you to slow down, take a breath, and reflect on what wellbeing truly means. Through personal stories and professional insight, I explore how burnout patterns form, how to replenish your "Qi" or life energy, and how Eastern and Western approaches to wellbeing can guide us toward sustainable health. You'll learn why mindful self-awareness—
Episode 136: The Science of Yoga: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life
In this special International Day of Yoga episode, I welcome Malati Mehrish, Head of Yoga and Meditation at Ananda in the Himalayas. With over two decades of experience and deep roots in classical yoga traditions, Malati shares how yoga is far more than exercise—it’s a holistic lifestyle that brings harmony to body, mind, and spirit.Together, we explore:The ancient origins and evolution of yoga.Co
Episode 135: The Truth About Nutrition: Real Conversations with Real Dietitians
In celebration of Dietitians Week, I sit down with fellow dietitian Sharon Hoffman to reflect on the realities of our profession—both the rewarding transformations and the daily frustrations. Together, we uncover the challenges of working in a noisy online world where misinformation spreads faster than evidence-based advice.You’ll hear client success stories, a powerful case for sustainable change
Episode 134: Lavender Lessons: Cultivating Calm and Well-Being
I’m excited to share a special Aromatherapy Awareness Week episode of The Eating For You Podcast, where I chat with Louise Bickerton of Blue Mountains Lavender Farm. Louise walks us through her transition from city life to cultivating 6,000 lavender plants across 10 hectares in Little Hartley. She explains the challenges and joys of growing lavender.We dive into the science behind lavender’s sooth
Episode 133: The Division of Responsibility: How to work with your child around food
In recognition of International Children’s Day on June 1st — a day dedicated to the rights and wellbeing of children worldwide — I’m thrilled to welcome back registered nutritionist Fern Rodriguez to The Eating for You Podcast.As we celebrate the importance of nourishing our children and ourselves in every sense of the word, Fern and I dive into one of the most common parenting challenges: mealtim
Episode 132: OMAD vs Mindful Eating: The Truth About One Meal a Day
Is eating just one meal a day the ultimate wellness hack—or a harmful diet in disguise?In this episode, we explore the OMAD (One Meal a Day) trend through the lens of mindful eating. You’ll learn the science behind fasting for 23+ hours a day, the possible short-term benefits, and the potential long-term risks—especially for women.We’ll unpack how OMAD may override natural hunger signals, promote
Episode 131: World Meditation Day: Pause, Breathe, Eat
In this special World Meditation Day episode, I explore the serene practice of forest bathing, also known as Shinrin-Yoku, and how this Japanese form of meditation can inspire a more mindful, peaceful relationship with food. Through a guided visualisation practice, discover how slowing down in nature connects beautifully with mindful eating—and why transformation doesn’t have to take hours out of
Episode 130: Salt Awareness Week: Busting Myths and Making Healthier Choices
In this episode, I’m diving into Salt Awareness Week (May 12-18) and exploring why it’s essential to pay closer attention to our salt intake. Excess salt isn’t just about raising blood pressure—it has far-reaching effects on our health that we often overlook.I’m joined by Candace, an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, fermentation expert, and the founder of Wild Health Hub. With over 30 years of
Episode 129: #NoDietDay: The Movement Changing How We Think About Food
Observed every May 6th, International No Diet Day is a powerful call to reject diet culture, embrace body acceptance, and reframe our definition of health. In this episode, I explore the history of the day, its global impact, and why shifting the focus from weight to wellbeing is crucial—especially for women over 40 who have been caught in the cycle of dieting. I dive into myths around dieting, th
Episode 128: The Truth About Supplements—And What Wellness Gurus Aren’t Telling You
Have you ever stood in front of a shelf full of supplements wondering, Do I actually need any of these? Or maybe you've been influenced by a social media post that made a supplement sound like the magic answer to your health concerns?In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast, I’m joined by Women’s Health Naturopath Grace Hughes to unpack the real role of supplements in our health journeys.
Episode 127: Why perimenopause and menopause impact sleep
In this episode, we continue the conversation with sleep psychologist Rosemary Clancy as we explore why sleep becomes so elusive during perimenopause and menopause.From hot flushes to sleep apnea (yes, even if you don’t snore!), we dive into the science behind disrupted sleep and the practical steps you can take to find relief. I also share some of my own personal journey through perimenopause and
Episode 126: Let Sleep Happen: Understanding Natural Sleep and Shift Work Challenges
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m so tired, but I just can’t sleep,” this episode is for you.In this conversation, I’m joined by Rosemary Clancy, Clinical Psychologist and sleep specialist, to explore what’s really behind sleepless nights—and why waking during the night might not be a problem at all.Rosemary is the author of Unlearning Insomnia & Sleep Medication Dependence, and the director of Let
Episode 125: Mindful Eating & Movement: How to Boost Happiness Naturally
Have you ever felt like you know what to eat and how to move, but just can’t seem to make it work long-term? I hear this all the time from women who feel stuck in the cycle of dieting, stress, and guilt around food and exercise.That’s why I’m so excited to have Angela Mills join me on this episode of The Eating For You Podcast for International Day of Happiness! Together, we explore how mindful ea
Episode 124: Breaking Free from Dieting: Gale’s Journey to Mindful Eating and Self-Care
Tired of dieting, losing motivation, and feeling stuck? In this episode, Sallyanne chats with Gale, who shares how a personalised, no-pressure approach to mindful eating helped her break free from yo-yo dieting, manage type 2 diabetes, and rediscover her love for food—without guilt or restrictions.She reveals why mindful eating is something she can always get back to without beating herself up and
Episode 123: Eat Your Way to Better Sleep: 7 Surprising Food Habits That Affect Your Rest
Are you struggling to get a good night’s sleep? Your eating habits might be the culprit! In this episode of The Eating For You Podcast, Sallyanne explores the surprising link between food and sleep. Discover how meal timing, caffeine, sugar, hydration, and even alcohol impact your rest—and what small changes can help you wake up feeling refreshed. Plus, hear a powerful client story that proves bet
Episode 122: Your Body, Your Choice: Your Healthcare Rights
I’m excited to share a very special episode of The Eating for You Podcast, where we’re celebrating International Women’s Day by addressing some hard truths about women’s health.This episode is all about empowering you to reclaim your health and happiness—without diets, guilt, or scales.We’re diving deep into:The 5 biggest barriers women face in accessing appropriate healthcare.How cultural expecta
Episode 121: Simple Mindful Eating Gut Health Tips
February is Gut Health Month, and I’m excited to dive into simple yet powerful mindful eating practices that can transform your gut health.Having grown up with a sensitive gut, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to achieve a happy, healthy gut without restrictive diets. Over the years, I’ve learned that gut health isn’t just about what you eat—it’s also about how, when, and why you eat.In
Episode 120: Love Your Pet Day: Wellbeing and pet training with Hannah
In this special episode, I chat with Hannah Daniele from Chapter One Dog Training to celebrate Love Your Pet Day! Discover tips for celebrating your pet, the benefits of owning pets for mental and physical health, and advice for training your furry friends to ensure a happy and stress-free relationship. Plus, learn how mindful interactions with pets can enrich your life and theirs.Teach Your Dog F
Episode 119: The Power of Pulses: Nourishing Your Gut & Health with Candace
In this episode ofThe Eating For You Podcast, I sit down withCandace, a gut health expert and founder ofWild Health Hub, to explore thepower of pulses—chickpeas, lentils, and beans—and how they can transform your health.Because it’s World Pulses Day!We dive into:✅ Why pulses are great for gut health, energy, and digestion.✅ How to prepare them to avoid bloating.✅ The secret to fermented hummus and
Episode 118: What’s your body image timeline?
How has your body image influenced your daily food choices, thoughts, and emotions?
In this episode, I dive into the deep connection between body image, eating habits, and self-confidence—and how these patterns shape your overall well-being.
Through personal stories and expert insights, I’ll help you:
Identify the unconscious beliefs that may be keeping you stuck in a cycle of self-judgement and
Episode 117: From Dieting to Freedom: A Journey of Reflection and Change
In this episode of The Eating For You Podcast, it is my pleasure to speak with Carol, a program graduate, about her transformational journey with mindful eating.
Learn how Carol shifted her relationship with food, discovered the power of reflection, and embraced sustainable habits that improved her health, energy, and overall wellbeing.
Tune in for actionable insights, inspiring personal stories
Episode 116: Sustainable Healthy Eating: Five Steps to Lasting Change
Join me, an experienced dietitian and founder of the Eating for You approach, as I dive into five transformative steps to help you break free from dieting cycles and sustain healthier eating habits for life.
In this episode, learn how to:
Remove the dieting mindset.
Cultivate mindfulness for better food choices.
Follow evidence-based strategies tailored to your needs.
Engage in community sup
Episode 115: Healthy eating for good with Valerie
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Valerie, who completed our Foundations Mindful Eating Program three years ago.
You will hear how she transformed her relationship with food and freed herself from the stress of dieting and fear of weight gain.
Valerie shares her journey from years of struggle with food to finding confidence, balance, and joy in her eating habits.
Discover how she has:
Episode 114: The One New Year’s Resolution I Don’t Recommend: Weight Loss
Have you set a weight loss goal this new year?
It is okay if you have, as this episode will show you how to change your goal into something that you can sustain.
I understand the societal pressure around weight, but there is a much more compassionate and effective alternative to support your health and happiness.
So in this episode, I want to have an honest chat about why setting weight loss as y
Episode 113: Eating Disorder Recovery: Kathy’s Journey to Healing and Freedom
An eating disorder can consume your life, and my special guest today has lived with an eating disorder for 50 years.
Kathy explains living with an eating disorder as being like being trapped in a cage.
You want to get out of the cage, but you don’t know how.
In this episode, Kathy shares the freedom she now enjoys with food and the aspects of the Eating for You approach that have supported her
Episode 112: Mindful Eating That Lasts: Adapting to Life's Ups and Downs with Judy
We can’t live our lives by a set of rigid rules, so how can we expect to stick to diet rules?
As Judy shares, life is fluid; it has it’s ups and downs, and that is why mindful eating lasts!
Mindful eating is flexible and adaptable, whereas diets are rigid.
There are no rules to break, just preferences to eat healthier foods.
Judy has learned that through regular reflective practices, mindful eatin
Episode 111: The 7 Social Eating Traps: How to Stay Balanced and Mindful in Any Setting
Have you ever been overwhelmed by food at social events?
Or tried to stick to healthy eating but felt compelled to eat everything on offer.
In this episode, I share seven common social eating traps, as well as some mindful eating strategies to help you avoid them.
The 7 Social Eating Traps are:
The pressure to fit in.
Overindulgence at celebrations.
Grazing mindlessly at gatherings.
Drin
Episode 110: Why Mindful Eating Is Like Your Best Friend
Have you ever thought about the qualities that make a best friend—trust, support, honesty, and encouragement?
We cannot put a price on best friends and that is why they are so valuable.
In this episode, I explore how mindful eating can provide those same benefits in your life.
When it comes to mindful eating, the qualities of trustworthiness, supportiveness, honesty, and reliability are present.
Episode 109: Stress Releasing Mindfulness Practice
Are you stressed?
At this time of year, feeling stressed is quite common, so it is timely for some guidance on how to reduce it.
Where do you hold stress in your body?
The head, shoulders, heart, gut and lower back are common places.
This popular semi-guided 20-minute mindfulness practice will help you to release stress and feel centred and grounded.
If you would like additional information on our
Episode 108: Sustain healthier eating habits with mindful reflection
In this episode, we dive into why reflection is such a powerful tool for your eating habits, health and well-being.
I cover:
The 5 steps involved in changing eating habits for good
4 Key reasons why mindful reflection works
Reflection isn’t just about pausing to think; it is about creating space to understand ourselves better and make nourishing choices.
Learn more about how the practice of
Episode 107: Understanding Endometriosis Because Period Pain is Not Normal
It is my pleasure to welcome back Sharon Hoffman, The Women’s Health Dietitian, to discuss endometriosis.
Endometriosis is a condition where cells similar to those that line the uterus grow in other areas of your body, especially around your ovaries and uterus.
This condition affects about one in six women of reproductive age and can be extremely painful at certain times during the menstrual cycl
Episode 106: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): Let’s remove the stigma
If you have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), “it is not your fault.” This is one of the most common things dietitian Sharon Hoffman tells her clients.
I welcome women’s health expert Sharon to this episode to explain PCOS, dispel the myths, and provide evidence-based nutrition and health advice.
PCOS is the most common hormone disorder for women of reproductive age and affects around 1 in 10 wo
Episode 105: Gut Health Simplified
Did you know that 50% of us experience poor gut health every year?
I’m so grateful to be joined by accredited practising dietitian and gut health expert Nicole Dynan. Nicole is the founder and director of The Gut Health Dietitian.
In this episode, we tackle common misconceptions about gut health and discuss simple guidelines to improve gut health without complicated meal plans or restricting too m
Episode 104: Navigating peri-menopause with mindful eating
I can still recall my symptoms of perimenopause, and most women can!
At times my mind and body were hijacked!
The good news is, we can smooth the rough waters of perimenopause mindfully.
In this episode:
I explain the symptoms and what causes them.
I also touch on the key tweaks to our food choices that will make a big difference to perimenopause symptoms and long term health.
Ready to take charge
Episode 103: Staying Fit in Menopause
Struggling to stay or get fit during menopause?
Then this episode is for you, as our resident fitness expert, Angela Mills, guides us through the life transition that we call menopause!
Our choice of movement during this time of life is not just important to stay fit; the right combination of exercise will help with:
Stress reduction and relaxation.
Hormonal imbalances.
Maintenance of lean
Episode 102: Urinary Incontinence: The Truth.
Do you know that you don’t just have to live with urinary incontinence?
And it is not something that just happens as you age.
Young women develop urinary incontinence too.
In fact, one in three women who have had children will develop the condition.
I am grateful to be joined by an expert in women’s pelvic health to demystify urinary incontinence.
Samantha King is a physiotherapist with 10 years e
Episode 101: Competing commitments: Fitting everything into 24 hours!
Have you ever said, “I don’t have time to invest in my health right now.”
If it is "yes,” then you are definitely not alone.
In this episode, I cover some of the common sources of overwhelm that I help women overcome.
In fact, I have an evolving event in my own life right now that is at times challenging my mindfulness.
The first thing is to check that you haven’t developed a habit of saying
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