Binge Dieting

Betsy Thurston MPH RD talks about the space in time in between thinking about a craving for food and actually eating it. For people who feel under the spell of compulsive eating, this is the all important gap, where there is an opportunity to intervene. If you can be aware of if you can have a better chance to manage food cravings.

Betsy Thurston MPH RD talks about the art form of weight loss, with a step by step example of how to apply intuitive eating practices practically. In the last section of the podcast specific ideas are covered regarding cooking and easy, last minute meal ideas.

Betsy Thurston MPH RD talks about the mother-child relationship and its potential influence on eating concerns and body image. This is a conversation about specific comments and beliefs as reported from clients, and how to look at possible methods of responding differently.

Betsy Thurston MPH RD talks about a powerfully accurate and helpful system of personality typing that sheds light on dysfunctional eating patterns. She gives an overview of all personality types in the enneagram and highlights the people pleasing, helper personality. The podcast gives suggestions on how all types can work with this system to improve their relationship with eating. Specific examples of several clients and how their personality type had an influence on eating behaviors are included.

Betsy Thurston MPH RD outlines 3 things to do more of 3 things to do less of in order to reverse problems with eating and weight. In the second half of the podcast she presents a case study of Karen (name has been changed), who came for help with weight and dieting.

Betsy Thurston MPH RD talks about how and why to make a mental movie with the behaviors you want in your life. She gives specific examples of mental movies that might work for you.

Betsy Thurston MPH RD shares a very personal story about her son and how meditation has been enormously helpful with his struggles with addiction, anxiety, and life. This is part two of the benefits of meditation and mindfulness, and it includes a short guided meditation at the end.

Betsy Thurston MPH RD presents perhaps the best tool available to help shift your disordered eating and thinking patterns so that you can get back on track. This is part one of using mindfulness techniques in the journey towards food and weight issues.

Betsy Thurston MPH RD talks about the thoughts and beliefs that might be lurking underneath and fueling the habit of binge eating, compulsive eating and compulsive dieting. The podcast talks about practical ways to change thoughts and beliefs in order to become a more mindful and intuitive eater.

Betsy Thurston MPH RD talks about the role of negative self talk and judgement and how changing this habit can make an enormous difference in the journey towards healthier eating behaviours. Betsy provides several specific tools to help listeners begin this process.