For this episode my guest at the kitchen table is Norma Frahn, an integrative coach who specialises in emotional eating and food and body freedom.

Norma gives us a glimpse into the traditions of the long line of cooks in her family, starting with her grandma, who never wrote down recipes. We discuss the evolving role of cooking in our lives, and how easy it has become to fall for the imperatives of diet culture and 'convenience'. She offers many practical tips for making cooking more enjoyable, including meal prep strategies and using modern tools, reminding us that shortcuts are not cheating!

Norma generously shares her personal journey from fearing food to embracing it, particularly in the context of managing type 2 diabetes and weight loss. We delve into the pleasure and emotional connection food provides, how understanding processed foods can empower better choices, and the truth behind so called 'sugar addiction'. We also discuss intuitive eating, creativity, and having fun experimenting with flavours and ingredients.

This episode is filled with insights and personal stories highlighting how we can normalise and simplify our relationship with food. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that will inspire you to rethink approach to cooking and eating.

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⭐ CONNECT WITH NORMA

website: normafrahncoaching.com

facebook: @normafrahncoaching

instagram: @normafrahncoaching

Norma's writing on Medium: Why I Think Diets Don't Work

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contact [email protected]

⭐ ADDITIONAL LINKS

books we discussed

Ultra Processed People (Chris van Tulleken)

Is Butter a Carb? (Rosie Saunt & Helen West)

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Original music by Colin Bass

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