The Battle of the Blueberry Muffin

Dr. Nina talks with psychologist Dr. Aleta Edwards about her book, Fear Of The Abyss, which explores themes of shame, control and perfectionism. Dr. Nina discusses how that impacts our relationship with ourselves and with food. She also explores why caller Nicole experienced a “battle with a blueberry muffin.” Don’t miss this fascinating show!

The Battle of the Blueberry Muffin

Dr. Nina talks with psychologist Dr. Aleta Edwards about her book, Fear Of The Abyss, which explores themes of shame, control and perfectionism. Dr. Nina discusses how that impacts our relationship with ourselves and with food. She also explores why caller Nicole experienced a “battle with a blueberry muffin.” Don’t miss this fascinating show!

Food Addiction & Calls From Listeners

Caller Andrea has a question about what to say to people who make comments about what she's eating. Dr. Nina shares specific strategies for how to deal with the "food police" whose well-meaning comments usually backfire. Caller Nicole reports on her progress and has a question about eating sweets before dinner. Dr. Nina suggests identifying the food rules that Nicole (and many of us) have, and then challenging them. She also discusses the myth of food addiction.

Food Addiction & Calls From Listeners

Caller Andrea has a question about what to say to people who make comments about what she's eating. Dr. Nina shares specific strategies for how to deal with the "food police" whose well-meaning comments usually backfire. Caller Nicole reports on her progress and has a question about eating sweets before dinner. Dr. Nina suggests identifying the food rules that Nicole (and many of us) have, and then challenging them. She also discusses the myth of food addiction.

The Truth About Binge Eating Disorder

It's not about willpower! Binge eating disorder is the most common eating disorder, yet most people who have it don't realize they have a treatable condition. Dr. Nina explains what binge eating disorder is and dispels some of the myths about it. She also talks with caller Nicole about the underlying causes of her regression into obsessive thoughts about food and weight.

The Truth About Binge Eating Disorder

It's not about willpower! Binge eating disorder is the most common eating disorder, yet most people who have it don't realize they have a treatable condition. Dr. Nina explains what binge eating disorder is and dispels some of the myths about it. She also talks with caller Nicole about the underlying causes of her regression into obsessive thoughts about food and weight.

Questions From Viewers

Dr. Nina answers questions from James, who wants to know how to remind himself to use the VARY self-soothing strategy; from Toni, who questioned how to respond to people who comment about her weight loss; and from Nicole, who's focused on losing weight as a means to feel good about herself. She also discusses the post-holiday blues.

Questions From Viewers

Dr. Nina answers questions from James, who wants to know how to remind himself to use the VARY self-soothing strategy; from Toni, who questioned how to respond to people who comment about her weight loss; and from Nicole, who's focused on losing weight as a means to feel good about herself. She also discusses the post-holiday blues.

Dr. Nina talks with Karen about a relationship issue with her husband that makes her "turn to chocolate for solace." Nicole called in with an update about setting boundaries and asks for advice on how to deal with her mother's inappropriate comments about her body. Andrea asked about how to deal with body issue issues and the social pressure to "be perfect."

Dr. Nina talks with Karen about a relationship issue with her husband that makes her "turn to chocolate for solace." Nicole called in with an update about setting boundaries and asks for advice on how to deal with her mother's inappropriate comments about her body. Andrea asked about how to deal with body issue issues and the social pressure to "be perfect."