Ever wondered why holiday eating leaves you feeling out of control, snacky all day, or totally wiped out? What if I told you that feeling "off" around food this time of year has nothing to do with willpower or discipline but everything to do with two simple nutrients missing from your meals?

In episode 4 of our Holiday Eating Series, I spill my absolutely game-changing secret for navigating the season so you never have to start over in January. I’m unpacking the real culprit behind holiday overeating, and showing you exactly how to make your next meal keep you satisfied for hours (not minutes), using nutrition tools you can actually put to work today.

You’ll get practical swaps for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks and discover why carbs and sugar are your body’s gas pedal (and how to hit the brakes with ease). Plus a mindset shift that breaks the punishing cycle of restriction for good.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have the confidence and a game plan to walk into every holiday event steady, energized, and in control, no matter what’s on the table. If you’re ready to transform your plate, your mood, and your holidays, hit play and let’s dive in.

And, if this resonated and you’re ready to enjoy the holidays without sacrificing your body goals, download your FREE Holiday Eating Roadmap here: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/roadmap

3:36 – Why overeating during the holidays is usually a blood sugar issue, not a willpower problem

3:04 – The secret power of this one simple combo for fewer cravings and steadier energy

6:37 – How to add protein and fiber to real-life, hectic holiday meals (without restricting your favorites)

10:24 – How to switch your mindset to focus on “crowding in” nourishing foods instead of cutting

12:02 – Your single-action step to steady your hunger and cravings this week

Other Episodes You’ll Love:

1. Episode 139: Why Starting Over in January Keeps You Stuck (Do THIS simple reset to stay consistent all season!) | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
2. Episode 140: How to Create a Flexible Holiday Eating Routine So You Can Enjoy the Season Without Stressing About Weight Gain | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
3. Episode 141: How to Quickly Stop the I’ll Start Over on January 1st Mentality (Try THIS Before You Spiral!) | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
4. Episode 143: Exactly What To Do Before, During & After Your Holiday Events For Maintaining Body Composition | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
5. Episode 144: How to Get Back on Track After Overeating WITHOUT Punishment | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
6. Episode 145: How to Rebuild Your Routine Between the Holidays and New Year Without Starting Over | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
7. Episode 146: This Is How I’d Enter 2026 If My Goal Was to Lean Out | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES

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