Did you know that in Australia, athletes are at a higher risk of developing disordered eating? In fact, research shows that depending on the sport and level of competition, anywhere from 0 to 19% of male athletes, and 6 to 45% of female athletes, may experience disordered eating or an eating disorder. These numbers are not small—and they remind us that behind the strength, discipline, and performance we admire, many athletes are silently struggling.

Source: Eating Disorders Org. Au, Eating Disorders and Sport (2020)

In this episode, we’re hearing from a busy mum who opened up about her journey with binge-eating, and how going through the Food Freedom program helped her begin to heal her relationship with food.

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“Can getting a hysterectomy cure PMDD? Or does it just change how it shows up?”

“Today, we’re diving deep with Lauren — founder of the Women’s Fitness Academy — as she opens up about her recent hysterectomy, her journey with PMDD, ADHD, and adenomyosis, and what life looks like on the other side of major surgery.”

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You first met Tash in episode 246 of the podcast. If you haven’t heard her journey with Food Freedom with ADHD - listen to the episode here:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7gJ18dgBuj7bLJ2Cr0svku?si=db9cde54aa2a441a 

In this Episode, whilst on the Mind Food You retreat, Tash, a woman who struggled her whole life with binge eating and her weight has lost 15kg and kept it off. She shares how she did this without even knowing it. 

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When we think of toxic relationships, we usually think about other people. But here’s the question I want to ask you today: Are you in a toxic relationship with yourself?

Because if you’re constantly criticising yourself, ignoring your needs, and treating your body like an enemy… that’s not self-care. That’s self-sabotage.

@0043.42 What Makes a Relationship Toxic?

@ 02:18.75 Signs You Might Be in a Toxic Relationship with Yourself

@08:11.81 Why This Happens

@11:04.11 Steps to Heal Your Self-Relationship (Acronym: CARE)

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“Every year, alcohol is responsible for more than 3 million deaths worldwide - that’s one person every 10 seconds.

Yet, for many, it starts innocently: a glass of wine after work, a drink to take the edge off, until one day it’s not a choice anymore… it’s a need.”

@What does the journey into alcoholism often look like, how does it sneak up on people?

@What were the warning signs in your own story?

@Why is it so hard for people to admit they have a problem?

@What actually helps someone recover and what doesn’t?

@For those who love someone struggling with alcohol when should they step in, and how can they help without enabling?

@What role does community or connection play in staying sober long term?

@Life after alcohol really look like what changes

Disclaimer: This episode discusses alcohol use and addiction. It is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical or psychological advice. If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol use, please reach out for professional help — in Australia, you can contact the Alcohol and Drug Foundation Helpline at 1300 85 85 84 or visit [adf.org.au](http://adf.org.au/).

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In this episode, Stephanie breaks down a recent Tik Tok comment:

“It’s a hormone issue - you have to stay on GLP-1s forever.”

With millions of people using medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, it’s no surprise that many are wondering what really happens when you come off. Stephanie explores the science, the psychology, and the truth behind long-term GLP-1 use - including why most people can’t (and shouldn’t have to) stay on them for life.

You’ll learn:

How GLP-1s work in the body and brain

What clinical studies show about weight regain after stopping

Why “hormones only” is an oversimplification

How to manage appetite, mood, and mindset when coming off

Evidence-based strategies to support your mental health and eating patterns post-GLP-1

If you’re on a GLP-1, considering one, or transitioning off and struggling with hunger or emotional eating - this episode will help you understand your body and brain without guilt or fear.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The content in this episode is based on current research and clinical experience but should not replace consultation with your doctor or psychologist. Do not discontinue or adjust any medication without speaking to your prescribing physician.

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After struggling with bulimia and binge eating for 8 years, Leyla reached a turning point. Through her time in the Food Freedom program, she not only began healing her relationship with food but also discovered that undiagnosed ADHD had been influencing her struggles all along. 

In this episode, Leyla shares her powerful journey of recovery - how she broke free from cycles of restriction and bingeing, and the tools that helped her finally feel in control of her eating and her life. If you’ve been battling binge or emotional eating, or you’re simply ready to create a healthier, more peaceful relationship with food, this conversation may be the inspiration you need to take your first step.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses eating disorders. Please listen at your own discretion and seek support if you require it.

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I joined Mamamia’s The Quicky News Daily to talk about life dysmorphia — that distorted feeling when your life, success, or happiness never feels “enough” even if it looks good on paper. A must-listen if you’ve ever questioned whether you’re really where you “should” be.

@What is Life Dysmorphia?

@ Why We Feel This Way

@Upward Comparison & the Hedonic Treadmill

@The Mental Toll

@Breaking the Cycle

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Are you dissatisfied with your life? Are you consistently comparing yourself to other people you see online or on social media and thinking your life is really bad. There is something called life dysmorphia, and we are going to go into exactly what that is and whether you could be a victim of this phenomenon.

@01:16.49 Life Dysmorphia

@06:46.41  Hedonic Adaptation

@15:08.89  Signs That You Might Be Experiencing This

@15:36.15  Beat life Dysmorphia

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Are you so fixated on your own body that you’re missing what’s happening around you?

In today’s episode, I want to share a poolside conversation I had with a woman I met on holiday. It turned into an unexpected lesson about two things:

1. Why labelling yourself as having a “problem” like sugar addiction often distracts from the basics you’re missing.

2. How obsessing over your body can actually block you from connection, opportunity, and action.

@Science Break: Hypnosis

@Reframing “Addiction”

@Frameworks: CORE 4 and FREE

@The Unexpected Twist

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