“Unnecessary" Calories

In both of our EDs, “unnecessary calories” was one of those rules that sometimes didn’t even feel like a rule. It was more like a fact, or something so ‘obvious’, it wasn’t even worth questioning. Leaving out the oil, the dressings, the sauces and syrups and liquid calories (basically, the bits that make food actually taste good!) was a default setting.

So, in this episode, we dig into this “minimal version” mindset: the urge to always choose or make the lowest possible option. Challenging it was vital for us in our recoveries, as it impacted much more than just the meal itself. We go through some of the tools we used to challenge our own minimal version mindsets — and how our lives became all the wider, and richer, for it.

Topics covered:


* What “unnecessary calories” looked like in practice
• The thoughts and justifications behind it
• How meals became more stripped back over time
• The impact on cooking, eating out, and social situations
• The “minimal version” mindset
• Where it leads if left unchecked
• Challenging the rule and adding things back in

Connect with us:

Meg
Instagram: @megsy_recovery
YouTube: Megsy Recovery
TikTok: megsy recovery

Safia
Instagram: @safia_edrecoverycoach
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.safiaed.com

Em (copywriter & editor)
Instagram: @em_schone

Tallulah Self (podcast editor)
Instagram: @tallulahself

[DISCLAIMER]


We’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional for personalised support.