Join host Kyla Holley in this episode of the award winning podcast "Change Your Relationship with Food" as she shares her recent experiences from a 10-day trip to South Korea. As an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist, Kyla provides insightful observations about Korean culture, food habits, and lifestyle. Discover the BMI classification in South Korea and how it compares globally. Kyla delves into the country's food culture, highlighting the prominence of coffee shops, the ubiqui...
Nov 11, 2024•27 min•Ep. 45
In this eye-opening episode of "Change Your Relationship with Food," host Kyla Holley, a seasoned eating disorder and bariatric therapist, shifts the focus from food to beverages. While many people seek help for their eating habits, Kyla reveals that what we drink often plays a significant role in weight management and overall health. Through compelling real-life stories, Kyla shares how seemingly harmless beverage choices can contribute to weight gain and affect mood and energy levels. From exc...
Nov 04, 2024•27 min•Ep. 44
Join Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist, as she celebrates a remarkable achievement—winning the Best Psychology Podcast in the Women in Podcasting Awards 2024. In this episode, Kyla shares her personal journey of becoming an empty nester and the unexpected changes it brings to her relationship with food. As Kyla and her husband adjust to life as a couple again, she explores the newfound freedom in their food choices, without the need to accommodate their children...
Oct 28, 2024•21 min•Ep. 43
Welcome to another episode of "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley, a seasoned eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this enlightening discussion, Kyla welcomes Mel Overall, a certified practicing nutritionist and counsellor from Sydney, Australia, who shares her inspiring journey from a long-standing career in human resources to becoming a trusted guide in nutrition and mental health. Mel delves into her personal weight loss story, losing 60 kilos in 11 months, and ...
Oct 21, 2024•24 min•Ep. 42
Welcome to this week's episode of "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley. In this episode, Kyla is joined by the inspirational Jan Sansom, an 81-year-old counsellor from Adelaide, whose life took a transformative turn in her mid-40s. Jan shares her compelling journey from a career in sports and administration to becoming a counsellor, following a personal battle with breast cancer and a move to New Zealand. Jan candidly discusses her lifelong struggle with body image, influe...
Oct 14, 2024•14 min•Ep. 41
Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," the podcast hosted by Kyla Holley, a seasoned eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla explores the complex interplay between fear and our relationship with food, drawing inspiration from a thought-provoking conversation during a recent course on eating disorder prevention. Kyla delves into various fear-based behaviors that influence our eating habits, such as the fear of missing out, the fear of gaining weight, and the fear ...
Oct 07, 2024•21 min•Ep. 40
Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla introduces the Body Roundness Index (BRI), a new contender against the well-known Body Mass Index (BMI). Kyla takes us through a historical overview of the BMI, highlighting its origins, applications, and limitations. She then delves into the specifics of the BRI, explaining how it differs from BMI and why it might be a more relevant measure of hea...
Sep 30, 2024•21 min•Ep. 39
Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley, an eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla delves into a fascinating observation: the connection between happiness and weight gain. She shares real-life examples of friends who gained weight due to their contentment and questions the widely-held belief that happiness is tied to weight loss. Kyla encourages listeners to examine their own life timelines to identify patterns between their weight and emoti...
Sep 23, 2024•19 min•Ep. 38
Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," the podcast hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla explores the complexities of body image and societal expectations surrounding weight loss and appearance. Kyla shares insights from her recent consultations with surgical patients, highlighting their concerns about looking "gaunt" or "scrawny." She delves into historical silhouette studies that reveal how women perceive their bodies and...
Sep 16, 2024•21 min•Ep. 37
Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley. With extensive experience as an eating disorder and bariatric therapist, Kyla provides insights into developing a healthier relationship with food. In this episode, Kyla discusses her recent experience at an international conference in Melbourne, where academics debated the question: Is obesity a disease? She explores both sides of the argument, examining whether obesity should be classified as a disease, its implications fo...
Sep 09, 2024•22 min•Ep. 36
Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, the podcast hosted by Kyla Holley. With extensive experience as an eating disorder and bariatric therapist, Kyla is here to help you develop a healthier relationship with food. Don't forget to follow the podcast to stay updated! In this episode, Kyla delves into the startling statistics surrounding mental health medication prescriptions across the US, UK, and Australia. With figures showing a significant number of people on antidepressants and anxie...
Sep 02, 2024•19 min•Ep. 35
Welcome to another episode of our podcast, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In today's episode, we delve into the serious and often overlooked subject of coercive control, a form of domestic violence that many fail to recognise. We explore various tactics used by perpetrators, such as intimidation, emotional abuse, isolation, economic control, and manipulation through children. Kyla also sheds light on how these behaviors can impact one's relationshi...
Aug 26, 2024•17 min•Ep. 34
Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley, an eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla shares a compelling story about a client struggling with constant weight fluctuations. Discover the power of a non-diet approach, the importance of self-care, and the concept of accepting oneself without judgment. Kyla guides her client through separating weight from self-worth and behaviour, emphasizing that self-care and overall well-being are key to a healt...
Aug 19, 2024•22 min•Ep. 33
Welcome to another episode of "Change Your Relationship with Food" with your host, Kyla Holley. This week, Kyla opens up about a common struggle: running out of ideas and feeling directionless. Join her as she explores the concept of vulnerability, both in her own life and in the lives of those struggling with their relationship with food. In this candid episode, Kyla discusses the importance of accepting moments of uncertainty and the value of being kind to oneself during these times. She also ...
Aug 12, 2024•19 min•Ep. 32
Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla delves into the common pitfalls of diet culture and why so many quick-fix solutions fail to deliver long-term results. Kyla shares her insights on the illusion of miracle diets and the metabolic consequences of calorie restriction. She illustrates how the industry profits from the cycle of weight loss and regain, and why many people end up at their h...
Aug 05, 2024•22 min•Ep. 31
Menopause is a significant phase in a woman's life, often accompanied by various physical and emotional changes. This episode delves into the ways menopause affects our bodies, particularly focusing on its impact on our relationship with food. The discussion highlights the hormonal fluctuations that influence appetite and weight, and explores the societal pressures to combat aging. Join the conversation as we unpack the complexities of menopause, from increased hunger and cravings to mood swings...
Jul 29, 2024•19 min•Ep. 30
Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla delves into the importance of understanding your eating habits to develop a healthier relationship with food. Kyla introduces a practical tool: a seven-day food diary. Despite initial resistance, she explains the simple yet effective approach to tracking your food and drink intake, hunger levels, locations, and moods. By doing this, you can uncover...
Jul 22, 2024•22 min•Ep. 29
Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla discusses a common issue faced by many people. Kyla shares the story of a patient who experienced significant weight gain despite maintaining a healthy diet, and ultimately reveals a surprising culprit: stress. Learn how stress and the hormone cortisol contribute to weight retention and gain, and discover practical strategies to combat stress without...
Jul 15, 2024•19 min•Ep. 28
Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla introduces the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and how they can help you develop a healthier relationship with food. Discover the concept of the "choice point," where you decide between behaviors that align with your values or lead you astray. Learn how to differentiate between values and goals and the importance of aligning you...
Jul 08, 2024•27 min•Ep. 27
Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, the podcast hosted by Kyla Holley, who guides you in breaking free from diet culture and fostering a healthy relationship with food. Don't forget to follow this podcast to stay updated. In this thought-provoking episode, Kyla dives into the societal perceptions of weight loss and gain, sparked by a weight-centric Facebook post she encountered. She questions why weight loss is celebrated as an achievement while weight gain is often viewed as a failur...
Jul 01, 2024•21 min•Ep. 26
Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, the podcast hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla invites Kara John, a counsellor with lived experience, to discuss the realities of bariatric surgery. Kara shares her personal journey, from the early struggles with dieting and body image to the transformative effects of undergoing bariatric surgery. She offers insights into the emotional and psychological aspects of food relationships a...
Jun 24, 2024•26 min•Ep. 25
Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla guides you through a body image questionnaire designed to help you understand and improve how you feel about your body in various situations. Throughout the episode, Kyla explains how to score your feelings about your appearance in different contexts, such as social gatherings, looking in the mirror, comparing yourself to others, and more. She emphas...
Jun 17, 2024•17 min•Ep. 24
Welcome to another episode of "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. This week, we are thrilled to welcome back Mary Pearson, the author of "Weighed Down: Unlearning the Lies Sold to Us About Our Bodies." Mary discusses her book's release and the creative ways she has been promoting it, from pop culture festivals to mind, body, and soul events. She shares the challenges and rewards of writing and promoting her book, in...
Jun 10, 2024•23 min•Ep. 23
In this episode, host Kyla Holley shares a speech she once gave to a room full of women about the concept of having a "perfect body." Drawing from her extensive experience as an eating disorder and bariatric therapist, Kyla explores how our bodies, regardless of societal standards, are perfect for the lives we lead and the experiences we cherish. Kyla recounts her own journey of self-acceptance, illustrating how her body has enabled her to travel the world, create life, and connect deeply with o...
Jun 03, 2024•15 min•Ep. 22
Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, the podcast hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of binge eating disorder, an often misunderstood and underdiagnosed condition that affects more people than all other eating disorders combined. Kyla sheds light on what constitutes binge eating disorder, its diagnostic criteria, and the emotional toll it takes on individuals. She discusses the vicious cycle of b...
May 27, 2024•20 min•Ep. 21
This week, we spotlight Kimberley Szeredi, a sports scientist, strength coach, and eating disorder survivor. Kimberley shares her struggle to recover and how she’s using her experience and passion for powerlifting and sports science to help others develop healthier food and body relationships. From her struggles with eating disorders since age twelve to her transformation to a healthier lifestyle, Kimberley opens up about her journey. She highlights the role of powerlifting and sports science in...
May 20, 2024•29 min•Ep. 20
Welcome to the 'Change Your Relationship with Food' podcast. Hosted by Kyla Holley, this episode tackles a contemporary concern known as 'toxic productivity'. We discuss the severe impact on our physical, mental, and nutritional well-being, and how it has creeped into all aspects of our lives under the influence of 'hustle culture'. We often let this lifestyle compromise our priorities, promoting an unhealthy relationship with food and self-care. We help you identify signs of toxic productivity,...
May 13, 2024•25 min•Ep. 19
Join Kyla Holley, as she hosts an insightful discussion with Nelly Rose, a pole dancer, exotic dancer, and co-author of "Weighed Down, Unlearning the Lies Sold to Us About Our Bodies". Nelly shares her transformational journey from battling body insecurities and disordered eating to finding self-acceptance and comfort in her own skin. With a background in the fitness industry member and an experienced performer, Nellie presents a unique view on body image, the misconstruction of health and fitne...
May 06, 2024•26 min•Ep. 17
Often, Kyla encounters patients referred by their GPs who see weight loss as their ultimate solution to attaining happiness or health. She emphasises that contrary to popular belief, these aspects are not necessarily linked to the number on the scale. Listen in as Kyla unravels the real elements of happiness, health, attractiveness and love. She paints a vivid picture of an ideal life, one that is not intrinsically tied to weight. Explore as Kyla delves deeper into the motives behind weight loss...
Apr 29, 2024•16 min•Ep. 18
In this episode, Kyla chats to Bianca Skilbeck, founder of Freedom From Food, which is based in Melbourne, Australia. Bianca imparts invaluable insights into the misunderstood world of clinical hypnotherapy, explaining how it doesn't take over anyone's mind but guides people into a more focused state to be able to facilitate change. Bianca introduces us to the intriguing concept of 'gut-directed hypnotherapy,' an innovative method of mitigating functional gut symptoms. She shares how this ground...
Apr 22, 2024•22 min•Ep. 16
