Why does food feel different at midnight? In this episode, we explore the quiet, complicated world of midnight grazing — those late-night moments when we find ourselves reaching for food, not out of hunger, but for comfort, distraction, or even company.

We hear from Jen, a listener navigating major life changes — divorce, moving back home, caring for her aging father — who shares her story of late-night grazing rituals that bring her both relief and confusion. She’s not bingeing. She’s not purging. She’s not gaining weight. But still, something feels… off.

We’re joined again by Dr. Katherine, MD, who helps us unpack the science, the emotions, and the gentle strategies for moving toward a more peaceful relationship with food. If you’ve ever found yourself wandering the kitchen long after dinner, wondering what you’re actually reaching for — this episode is for you.

Ask the Binge Eating Expert podcast is a supportive space where clinical experts answer your real questions about binge eating, emotional eating, and healing your relationship with food. In each episode, our hosts — alongside doctors, registered dietitians, psychologists, and other specialists who specialize in binge eating recovery— respond to listener-submitted questions with warmth, empathy, and evidence-based insight. Whether you’re navigating frequent binges, struggling with body image, or wondering how to rebuild trust with food, our experts are here to help.

The podcast is hosted by Yon & Soy, co-founders of R.care — the #1 science-backed app for overcoming binge eating.

💌 Have a question or story you’d like us to explore on the show? Submit it [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you.

✨ Try R.care — the #1 science-backed solution for overcoming binge eating. https://recovery-care.app.link//podcast

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Do you keep binge foods at home — or keep them far, far away? In this episode, we dive into the tricky decision many people face when managing trigger foods. Is avoiding them an act of self-care, or does it give those foods even more power over us?

We read a heartfelt letter from a listener who’s built a disciplined, safe routine by keeping junk food out of her house — but when she’s at parties or work events, she loses all control around those same foods. After seeing advice online about reintroducing “fear foods,” she’s left wondering: Is that the right step? Or is it just too risky?

We’re joined by Dr. Katherine, MD, a specialist in eating disorders, who helps us break down the psychology of food control, cravings, and how to start healing your relationship with binge foods — gently and at your own pace.

Ask the Binge Eating Expert podcast is a supportive space where clinical experts answer your real questions about binge eating, emotional eating, and healing your relationship with food. In each episode, our hosts — alongside doctors, registered dietitians, psychologists, and other specialists who specialize in binge eating recovery— respond to listener-submitted questions with warmth, empathy, and evidence-based insight. Whether you’re navigating frequent binges, struggling with body image, or wondering how to rebuild trust with food, our experts are here to help.

The podcast is hosted by Yon & Soy, co-founders of R.care — the #1 science-backed app for overcoming binge eating.

💌 Have a question or story you’d like us to explore on the show? Submit it [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you.

✨ Try R.care — the #1 science-backed solution for overcoming binge eating. https://recovery-care.app.link//podcast

Show Keywords : Ask the Binge Eating Expert podcast, R.care app, psychology, binge eating, eating disorder, podcast, diet, intuitive eating, food addiction, binge eating help, emotional eating, mental health, balanced diet, bedtherapy, bedrecovery, binge, guilt free eating, food freedom, NED awareness, self improvement, body positivity

When did we start labeling food as “good” or “bad”? And how did something as simple as enjoying a cookie turn into a “cheat meal”? In this episode, we unpack the ideas around cheat meals, diet culture, and the all-or-nothing mindset that can sneak into our relationships with food.

We hear from Daniel, a listener who’s been stuck in the cycle of clean eating all week followed by intense cheat days that leave him feeling physically sick and emotionally checked out. Is this normal? Is it a red flag?

To help us sort it all out, we bring in Dr. Katherine, MD, an expert in eating disorders who works closely with athletes and high-discipline individuals. We explore:

• Where cheat meals come from and whether they’re actually helpful
• The fine line between indulgence and disordered eating
• How perfectionism and strict eating plans can quietly lead to harm

Whether you’re deep into fitness culture, or trying to find food freedom, or just curious about when to stop your cheat meals or cheat days, this conversation is for you.

Ask the Binge Eating Expert podcast is a supportive space where clinical experts answer your real questions about binge eating, emotional eating, and healing your relationship with food. In each episode, our hosts — alongside doctors, registered dietitians, psychologists, and other specialists who specialize in binge eating recovery— respond to listener-submitted questions with warmth, empathy, and evidence-based insight. Whether you’re navigating frequent binges, struggling with body image, or wondering how to rebuild trust with food, our experts are here to help.

The podcast is hosted by Yon & Soy, co-founders of R.care — the #1 science-backed app for overcoming binge eating.

💌 Have a question or story you’d like us to explore on the show? Submit it [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you.

✨ Try R.care — the #1 science-backed solution for overcoming binge eating. https://recovery-care.app.link//podcast

Show Keywords : Ask the Binge Eating Expert podcast, R.care app, psychology, binge eating, eating disorder, podcast, diet, intuitive eating, food addiction, binge eating help, emotional eating, mental health, balanced diet, bedtherapy, bedrecovery, binge, guilt free eating, food freedom, NED awareness, self improvement, body positivity