Is it really bad to gain weight? That’s the question we're diving into in this eye-opening episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom. If you’ve ever worried about gaining weight in recovery, you’re not alone — but what if weight gain isn’t the villain you’ve been taught to fear?

For many Christian women stuck in a cycle of restrictive eating or chronic dieting, the fear of gaining weight can feel overwhelming. But what if that fear is holding you back from true healing?

In this episode, Brittany unpacks the truth about weight gain, why it’s not the enemy, and how it can actually be a sign of your body healing.

She walks you through the mindset shifts and practical insights you need to start seeing your body through a lens of grace and healing, instead of fear. This isn’t just about gaining weight — it’s about gaining freedom.

A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…😳 Why your body might actually need to gain weight in recovery 

🪧 How to recognize the signs that you’re undernourished (even if you think you’re eating enough) 

😲 The surprising truth about weight gain and your spiritual worth 

❌ The biggest misconception about body fat and health 

😨 Practical ways to overcome the fear of gaining weight

Resources mentioned:

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🎧 Episode 80. How Do I Overcome The Fear of Weight Gain? My Top 3 Strategies An As Eating Disorder Dietitian & Food Freedom Coach

🎧 Episode 132. Terrified of Weight Gain? How to Move Towards Food Freedom In Spite of Your Fear

Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:

> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.

> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating

> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.

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*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.