Redefining Health Podcast
The Redefining Health Podcast is hosted by Victoria Yates, RN-BSN, health coach, and certified intuitive eating counselor who's on a mission to redefine what healthy looks like. Here on the podcast, you'll learn how to eat intuitively and get to the root of why you feel so crazy around food, practice health without obsession, and have a better relationship with food and your body.
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226: Prioritizing your health in busy seasons
05/14/2024
226: Prioritizing your health in busy seasons
It can feel hard to still prioritize your health and keep up your healthy habits when things get busy. It's easy to let your health slip to the back burner and be "all or nothing". So, today on the podcast I want to share with you some tips for how to keep prioritizing your health even in busy seasons. If you're tired of dieting and are looking for a new approach, you're ready for peace with food AND to feel your healthiest self, you're in the right place! This podcast is where you'll learn how to navigate what it looks like to pursue health without the "all or nothing" of dieting, heal your relationship with food, and re-learn how to eat intuitively so you can eat with confidence. Connect with Victoria at or on Instagram And to talk about working with Victoria 1:1, book a free consult .
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225: 2 Questions to Help You Eat More INTENTIONALLY
04/30/2024
225: 2 Questions to Help You Eat More INTENTIONALLY
What if eating could feel more INTENTIONAL? As in, on purpose, your decision. How often have you eaten something and you're like "you know... I didn't even want that" or "I knew I was full but I kept eating". In this episode, I want to share with you 2 questions to ask yourself to become a more intentional eater. And how to get to a place where every eating decision you make feels on purpose. Your decision. If you're tired of dieting and are looking for a new approach, you're ready for peace with food AND to feel your healthiest self, you're in the right place! This podcast is where you'll learn how to navigate what it looks like to pursue health without the "all or nothing" of dieting, heal your relationship with food, and re-learn how to eat intuitively so you can eat with confidence. Connect with Victoria at or on Instagram And to talk about working with Victoria 1:1, book a free consult .
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How to eat intuitively with Celiac, how to know you’re getting enough macronutrients, & how to stop stress eating?
04/16/2024
How to eat intuitively with Celiac, how to know you’re getting enough macronutrients, & how to stop stress eating?
How do you know you're getting enough protein, fat, fiber, carbs if you're not counting or tracking and just eating intuitively? How do you eat intuitively when you have Celiac or another medical condition that requires that you restrict certain foods or food groups? How do you stop overeating and stress eating? Man, these are such great questions! This week on the podcast I'm answering your questions in a Q& A episode. You'll learn: - What I recommend for making sure you're getting well balanced nutrition (it can be simpler than you think!) - A mindset shift that will help you not feel restricted or like you're missing out if you need to avoid certain foods for health reasons -The real reason for stress eating (and other emotional eating) and practical tips for how to cope with hard emotions in a healthy way If you're tired of dieting and are looking for a new approach, you're ready for peace with food AND to feel your healthiest self, you're in the right place! This podcast is where you'll learn how to navigate what it looks like to pursue health without the "all or nothing" of dieting, heal your relationship with food, and re-learn how to eat intuitively so you can eat with confidence. Connect with Victoria at or on Instagram And to talk about working with Victoria 1:1, book a free consult .
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223: Blood sugar health best practices (and NO, you don't have to cut or restrict carbs or sugars) with Layne Vanlieshout
04/09/2024
223: Blood sugar health best practices (and NO, you don't have to cut or restrict carbs or sugars) with Layne Vanlieshout
Do you struggle with knowing how to balance your blood sugar? Has your doctor maybe told you that you are pre-diabetic or diabetic and you're not sure how to eat to keep your blood sugar levels in a healthy range? Or maybe you are wanting to be pro-active and take care of your blood sugar levels now, before they become an issue. This week on the podcast I am so excited to bring on my friend Layne. Layne is a functional health practioner specializing in helping driven millennial women boost energy, balance moods, and decrease stress without prescription meds so that you can reclaim vitality and confidence. She has over a decade of experience in the health and wellness space, was formely a nurse practioner, and now has been helping women in her private practice with gut and hormone health as the means for helping her clients have more energy, less stress, and live their best lives. Today on the podcast we talk about... - Common misconceptions about blood sugar health - How does mis-balanced blood sugar show up for people? - Blood sugar health best practices - How do you recommend your clients approach dietary changes like this without becoming rigid and obsessive and feeling restricted... and on that same note, how to be consistent Connect with Layne at If you're tired of dieting and are looking for a new approach, you're ready for peace with food AND to feel your healthiest self, you're in the right place! This podcast is where you'll learn how to navigate what it looks like to pursue health without the "all or nothing" of dieting, heal your relationship with food, and re-learn how to eat intuitively so you can eat with confidence. Connect with Victoria at or on Instagram And to talk about working with Victoria 1:1, book a free consult .
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222: When your doctor prescribes weight loss, is coffee before breakfast bad for you, and how to eat intuitively on vacation
04/02/2024
222: When your doctor prescribes weight loss, is coffee before breakfast bad for you, and how to eat intuitively on vacation
For today's episode, I'm answering your questions. I reached out to my community on Instagram to ask you what questions you wanted me to answer and talk about in this week's episode. You'll hear: What to do when your doctor tells you you need to lose weight because of abnormal lab findings, the lense I take with a non-diet approach, and how you can still work on healing your relationship with food and your body and be free from dieting while working towards improving your health in this way. The impacts of caffeine on hunger cues and cortisol and how to enjoy your coffee in the morning without the negative effects. How to eat intuitively on vacation. If you're tired of dieting and are looking for a new approach, you're ready for peace with food AND to feel your healthiest self, you're in the right place! This podcast is where you'll learn how to navigate what it looks like to pursue health without the "all or nothing" of dieting, heal your relationship with food, and re-learn how to eat intuitively so you can eat with confidence. Connect with Victoria at or on Instagram And to talk about working with Victoria 1:1, book a free consult .
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221: Ozempic & other weight loss medications and your health with Brittany Jones RD
02/20/2024
221: Ozempic & other weight loss medications and your health with Brittany Jones RD
Ozempic. Wegovy. What are these medications everyone's talking about for weight loss right now? Are they the "miracle drug" they're being made out to be? Chances are you know someone who is on it, have thought about it for yourself, or are on one of these medications. So, how do these medications impact your health, relationship with food, and even your weight? What are the concerns? I wanted to have this conversation with my friend Brittany Jones, a Registered Dietitian here in Greenville South Carolina, all about what we see as the concerns with these medications used for weight loss right now. And, there's a lot of information out there about these drugs and you may have questions. My hope is we can clearly answer some of these questions for you. If you enjoyed this episode, come let me know on Instagram! Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and a review! I so greatly appreciate it :) Connect with Brittany: Learn more about working with Victoria and follow at & on Instagram
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220: What's REALLY at the root of why you can't sleep with guest Martha Lewis
02/06/2024
220: What's REALLY at the root of why you can't sleep with guest Martha Lewis
Do you struggle with sleep? I just looked up a study that said that 10-30% of people struggle with sleep (and maybe even up to 50-60%). So if you're one of these people who struggle with sleep, this episode is for you. I invited my friend Martha Lewis (@thesleepdetective) on the show to help us understand what's at the root of why we struggle with sleep. Connect with Martha: & on Instagram Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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219: Helping our kids grow up with a healthy relationship with food & their bodies
01/30/2024
219: Helping our kids grow up with a healthy relationship with food & their bodies
Today's episode is a little different. I wanted to share a podcast interview and conversation I had with my friend, Darlynn Childress, on her podcast "Become a Calm Mama" all about how to help our kids grow up with a healthy relationship with food & their bodies. Darlynn is a parenting coach and a dear friend of mine. This is the second time she's had me on her podcast (you can find our first episode all about how to heal our own relationship with food & our bodies as moms ). Today we're talking about how to help our kids grow up with a healthy relationship with food & their bodies in a world seeped in diet culture. Connect with Darlynn: & on Instagram Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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218: Freedom from food drama... My client Kirsten's Story
01/23/2024
218: Freedom from food drama... My client Kirsten's Story
"Food had always been this thing on my mind. I’d tried all the diets. And I knew that the thing that was going to solve my problems was not the next diet." On today's episode I invited my client Kirsten on to share her story. You'll hear from Kirsten and where she was before we started working together... she talks about growing up in a family where dieting and hating your body was the norm. She shares about how she reached a point where she realized she did not want to be in her 70's and still struggling with food. And she shares encouragement for anyone else feeling the same. You do NOT have to live your whole life feeling like food is such a "thing". If you listen to this episode and it was encouraging and helpful, I'd LOVE it if you'd take a screenshot and share to your social media or with a friend directly. And, if you haven't yet, take a moment to leave the show a rating & review. Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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217: Food freedom ISN'T eating donuts every day
01/16/2024
217: Food freedom ISN'T eating donuts every day
Sometimes I see this message that food freedom means eating whatever, whenever, however much you want without thinking about how your body feels. Maybe you've had this thought too. And maybe it's kept you from wanting food freedom. I get it... I don't want to eat donuts every day all day, either. I want to eat and feel healthy & have a balance. But here's the thing, food freedom ISN'T just eating whatever, whenever, and however much you want. It's NOT about eating donuts every day. It's about feeling empowered in your food choices. It's about feeling free to enjoy the donut without feeling guilty. But it's also about the freedom to maybe sometimes NOT eat the donut. In this week's episode I want to talk a little bit about what food freedom really means and what it looks like. Episodes mentioned in this episode: Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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216: You Didn't "Let Yourself Go"
01/09/2024
216: You Didn't "Let Yourself Go"
Today I want to encourage you if you're feeling like you've "let yourself go" this past year. I have heard this from a lot of you... you feel like you've let yourself go and you're feeling ashamed for the weight you've gained and how you're maybe not where you thought you would be by now, at this time last year. But, what I do know is that there's often a real reason why you've "let yourself go"... and while you may be telling yourself "I'm just lazy", that's never really the case. And more often, it's that you've just had other priorities. Often, in my experience, related to your mental health and needing to prioritize that above your physical health for a time. Today, I'm sharing my own experiences with starting therapy again this past year and intentionally having times where I put my mental health above my physical health for part of the year. And, I share how I was able to still care for both my body & my mental health during this time and what that can look like for you. Work with me inside my program, Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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215: When You "Know What You Need to Do And Aren't Doing It"
01/02/2024
215: When You "Know What You Need to Do And Aren't Doing It"
You know that exercising consistently will help you feel better and live better. You know that eating less takeout would be better for your health. You know all these things that you "should" be doing, but for some reason you're not doing it. Maybe you've told yourself "I'm just lazy", or "I'm just not disciplined". What I want you to know is that's never the reason and there's always something else going on that's keeping you stuck. This is what we're exploring together in this week's podcast episode. You'll come away learning exactly why you feel stuck right now with not taking action on the things you know will change your health and how you feel and how to then start taking action. Episodes mentioned: Work with me inside my program, Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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214: Why Accountability Alone Isn't Enough to Reach Your Health Goals
12/26/2023
214: Why Accountability Alone Isn't Enough to Reach Your Health Goals
Accountability is often the first thing we ask some else for when we have a new goal. We ask our spouses "can you hold me accountable to not eat dessert after dinner" and we ask our friends to exercise with us to "hold us accountable". And, as you'll hear in this episode, accountability is a vital part of reaching your goals. But, it can't be the only thing you rely on. When asking someone else to hold you accountable is your only plan, what happens when your friend moves away or you finish the program? In this episode, I want to share with you how to think about accountability and how to develop what I call "self-accountability". Work with me inside my program, Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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213: Making a Plan for Your Health Goals in 2024
12/19/2023
213: Making a Plan for Your Health Goals in 2024
“It's such a relief. To feel comfortable around food and I can enjoy it so much more versus living in fear and worrying about gaining weight or feeling the need to control my calorie intake, I trust my body and listen to what it tells me. And I find that in doing this, I don't overeat as much or feel uncomfortable after meals.” In this episode, Victoria covers a number of things including a recent testimonial from one of her clients, Emma and Healthy You 2024. As a preview of her annual event, she explains the process of achieving health goals, starting with evaluating the past year, setting clear 'feel' goals, predicting and planning for obstacles, and devising an enjoyable, individualized plan. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Mentioned in this episode: Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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212: Can I track macros and still eat intuitively?
12/11/2023
212: Can I track macros and still eat intuitively?
“Your macronutrient needs are different every single day. And so just following a … blanket plan … is not going to work because your needs are different every day. In this episode, Victoria discusses struggles with macro and calorie counting. She delves into her views on macro counting, highlighting that while it can be a tool for understanding the body's needs, it often becomes an obsession that can lead to guilt, shame, and an unbalanced relationship with food. She reiterates that every person's calorie and nutrient needs are different daily and that the body’s signals should guide eating habits, not a rigid diet plan. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Watch my FREE masterclass, "Stop When You're Full": Feel confident & in control around even your most triggering foods. Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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211: 5 Tips to Feel Less Stressed
12/05/2023
211: 5 Tips to Feel Less Stressed
“…what we need more often are the little sips of water, the little sips of self-care sprinkled throughout our week. That's what's going to help you to have those little gentle waves of emotions versus those rises and falls.” In this episode, Victoria talks about stress and provides tips on how to handle stress, especially during the holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, gratefulness, movement, rituals, saying no, and looking up to reduce stress levels. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Watch my FREE masterclass, "Stop When You're Full": Feel confident & in control around even your most triggering foods. Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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210: Tracking Your Progress with Intuitive Eating with guest Jeff Ash
11/28/2023
210: Tracking Your Progress with Intuitive Eating with guest Jeff Ash
“Yeah, well, I think one is, is focusing on your body as being an instrument. Rather than an ornament…” In this episode, Victoria welcomes her first male podcast guest, Jeff. They discuss the topic of intuitive eating and how it is not limited to just women. Jeff and Victoria also debunk the common misconception that you can’t track progress with intuitive eating, but how to track progress with both eating and fitness in a way that isn’t unhealthy or controlling. He also shares his latest project, a brand new Non-Diet Companion App, designed to support you in re-connecting with your body with intuitive eating. You can learn more and download the app . This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Watch my FREE masterclass, "Stop When You're Full": Feel confident & in control around even your most triggering foods. Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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BONUS: 5 tips for eating mindfully during the holidays
11/22/2023
BONUS: 5 tips for eating mindfully during the holidays
Happy Thanksgiving week this week if you're celebrating in the U.S. I wanted to share with you a little bonus episode to help you as you navigate all the food and eating during the holidays. But, this is probably going to be different than your typical advice on mindful eating during the holidays. Today I want to share with you specifically how to enjoy all of your favorite foods without feeling guilty AND with intention, not overeating and leaving feeling over-stuffed. Mentioned in this episode: This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Watch my FREE masterclass, "Stop When You're Full": Feel confident & in control around even your most triggering foods. Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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208: How to feel more confident
11/21/2023
208: How to feel more confident
"Confidence is a deep understanding, appreciation, and acceptance of who you are today, while also allowing space to grow into who you want to become." In this episode, Victoria explores the topic of confidence and challenges the common misconception that confidence is tied to a specific personality type. Victoria emphasizes that confidence is an internal state and not dependent on external factors such as appearance or weight. Confidence is a feeling that arises from the thoughts we have about ourselves. Victoria provides practical tips for building confidence, including mindset work, borrowing confidence from others, and taking actions aligned with a confident mindset. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Watch my FREE masterclass, "Stop When You're Full": Feel confident & in control around even your most triggering foods. Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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207: How do food & eating values fit with intuitive eating?
11/14/2023
207: How do food & eating values fit with intuitive eating?
"Noticing how whatever action we take feels in our body is a good indicator of alignment with our values." - Libby Bloom In this episode, Victoria is joined by Libby Bloom to discuss the intersection of values and intuitive eating. They explore how individuals can have specific eating values while still practicing intuitive eating. They emphasize the importance of understanding the intention behind food choices and finding a balance that aligns with personal values. They also highlight the need for a solid foundation of a healthy relationship with food before incorporating values into eating habits. The conversation emphasizes the importance of compassion, flexibility, and self-reflection in navigating the complexities of intuitive eating and values-based eating. Connect with Libby: on Instagram This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Watch my FREE masterclass, "Stop When You're Full": Feel confident & in control around even your most triggering foods. Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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Getting rid of the internal calorie counter & finding peace with food with my client Jennifer
11/07/2023
Getting rid of the internal calorie counter & finding peace with food with my client Jennifer
"You can live and die in a prison in your mind if you don't ask for help." - Jennifer S. In this episode, Jennifer, a life coach and Victoria’s client, joins the show. Jennifer shares her experience working with Victoria as her coach. After recovering from a severe eating disorder, Jennifer still felt a void and sought help to address the residual baggage. Through their coaching sessions, Jennifer was able to overcome her restrictive mindset, release shame and guilt around food, and develop a more neutral and intuitive relationship with eating. She learned to trust herself and now feels free from the prison of her past thoughts and behaviors. Jennifer encourages others to seek help and not wait to address their own struggles. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Watch the FREE masterclass, "Stop When You're Full": Feel confident & in control around even your most triggering foods. Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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205: Can you lose weight with intuitive eating?
10/24/2023
205: Can you lose weight with intuitive eating?
"We can hold that desire for wanting to lose weight in one hand and we can also hold this desire for freedom from dieting." - Victoria In this episode, Victoria discusses the taboo topic of weight and how it affects our relationship with food. She acknowledges that wanting to lose weight is influenced by societal messaging, but it doesn't mean you can't practice intuitive eating. Victoria believes that it's possible to hold both the desire to lose weight and the desire for freedom from dieting. She encourages individuals to take action towards healing their relationship with food while acknowledging their weight loss goals. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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204: What IS body image?
10/10/2023
204: What IS body image?
"Letting go of control is really where healing and freedom come from, regardless of how our bodies end up looking." - Erin Machen In this episode, Erin Machen, a licensed counselor and registered yoga teacher, joins Victoria to discuss body image. Erin shares her personal journey with disordered eating and how she found freedom through intuitive eating and nourishing her body. She emphasizes the importance of viewing body image beyond just physical appearance and explores the connection between trauma and body image. Erin encourages listeners to widen their view of body image and consider their beliefs about bodies and their relationship with their own bodies. Connect with Erin on her website or on . This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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203: How to Create Habits You'll Actually Stick With
10/03/2023
203: How to Create Habits You'll Actually Stick With
"The easiest way to feel more motivated to do something is simply to make it something that you want to do." In this episode, Victoria discusses how to create habits that you can actually stick with. She addresses the common problem of starting new habits and then reverting back to old ones. Victoria explains why this happens and provides practical solutions to create lasting change. If you've struggled with consistency in your habits, this episode is a must-listen. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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202: How to Have Peace With Food
09/26/2023
202: How to Have Peace With Food
"Peace with food is about healing your relationship with food and creating confidence with eating." In this episode, Victoria discusses how to make peace with food possible. She addresses common misconceptions about peace with food, such as the belief that it means having full permission to eat without any intention. Peace with food is about healing your relationship with food and creating confidence in eating. Victoria emphasizes that peace with food is possible for everyone and provides actionable steps to achieve it. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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201: Try this exercise to help you eat more mindfully
09/19/2023
201: Try this exercise to help you eat more mindfully
"Grounding ourselves through the five senses prepares us to eat mindfully and enhances digestion." In this episode, Victoria introduces a mindful eating exercise to help individuals who struggle with mindless eating. She discusses the reasons why people eat mindlessly, such as being rushed, distracted, or using food to cope with emotions. Victoria then guides listeners through a five-senses exercise. This exercise not only promotes mindful eating but also enhances digestion and satisfaction with meals. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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200: 5 Things I Do Everyday As An Intuitive Eater
09/12/2023
200: 5 Things I Do Everyday As An Intuitive Eater
"I trust my body to guide me in making the right food choices." In this episode, I share five daily habits of an intuitive eater. These habits include honoring hunger and fullness, prioritizing satisfaction with meals, choosing foods that nourish the body, enjoying indulgent foods without guilt, and trusting the body's wisdom. These habits promote a healthy relationship with food and allow for freedom and peace in eating. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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199: Vitamin P: Why Pleasure Matters with Eating
09/05/2023
199: Vitamin P: Why Pleasure Matters with Eating
"We are actually hardwired in our bodies, in our brains, to enjoy food and eating." In this episode we discuss the importance of pleasure in eating and how it is often overshadowed by guilt and fear. Pleasure is hardwired into our bodies and plays a crucial role in our survival, nutrient absorption, metabolism, and mental health. In this episode Victoria encourages listeners to heal their relationship with food, eat what they're craving, make meals visually appealing, and create a calm environment for eating. Enjoying food does not mean losing control, and pleasure is an essential part of a healthy and balanced approach to eating. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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198. Are You Turning "Everything in Moderation" Into Just Another Food Rule?
08/29/2023
198. Are You Turning "Everything in Moderation" Into Just Another Food Rule?
“Everything in moderation” is a great goal for health, until it becomes another food rule and it stops being helpful. In this episode, I share how “everything in moderation” can become a food rule, why that’s a problem, and how to identify if it’s helping or hurting you. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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197. Misconceptions About Intuitive Eating
08/22/2023
197. Misconceptions About Intuitive Eating
Feel like if you embrace intuitive eating you’ll just eat pizza and cookies, never be able to plan meals or have health goals, and be shamed for wanting to lose weight? You’re not alone! I once had all these beliefs about intuitive eating, but I learned that these couldn’t be further from what intuitive eating is really about. In this episode, I share 4 of the most common misconceptions about intuitive eating and what it’s really all about. This podcast is for women who crave a new approach to health and want to get out of the rollercoaster of dieting. If you feel like the only way for you to be healthy is by dieting, you’ve come to the right place! I’m here to show you that health is about so much more than what you eat and how much you hit the gym. Real health addresses the whole person, so that’s what we talk about here! Learn more about my work and follow me at & on Instagram
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