In Episode 140, I explore why we snack when we’re not hungry, how to shift from mindless to mindful snacking, and whether snacks can be a helpful part of your day. You’ll learn how to spot emotional, habitual, or environmental triggers, how to honour true hunger, and practical strategies for stopping unintentional snacking without restriction or guilt. Plus, I answer the top questions I am asked: Is snacking good or bad? When should I snack? What’s a healthy snack? We wrap up series four with th...
Jul 20, 2025•33 min
Secret eating often hides in silence and shame—but it’s more common than many women realise. In this reflective episode, I explore the deeper reasons why women eat in secret, what types of foods are typically involved, and how women can break free from this habit with compassion and mindfulness. With real-life stories and powerful insights, this episode gently unpacks the emotional roots of secret eating and offers a way forward that’s not rooted in diets or guilt. If you've ever struggled with ...
Jul 13, 2025•34 min•Season 4Ep. 139
In this World Chocolate Day episode, I sit down with ethical chocolate maker Luke Spencer for a rich, behind-the-scenes look at chocolate—from bean to bar. Discover how to eat chocolate mindfully, the importance of quality over quantity, and how choosing ethical chocolate supports farmers, communities, and the planet. Whether you're a daily dark chocolate devotee or a once-in-a-while cocoa lover, this episode will deepen your appreciation and enjoyment of chocolate. 🔗 LINKS Spencer Cocoa: www.s...
Jul 06, 2025•41 min•Season 4Ep. 138
In this World Wellbeing Week episode, I invite you to slow down, take a breath, and reflect on what wellbeing truly means. Through personal stories and professional insight, I explore how burnout patterns form, how to replenish your "Qi" or life energy, and how Eastern and Western approaches to wellbeing can guide us toward sustainable health. You'll learn why mindful self-awareness—not perfection—is the foundation of true wellbeing, and how simple daily rituals like tea, nature, and yoga can sh...
Jun 29, 2025•30 min
In this special International Day of Yoga episode, I welcome Malati Mehrish, Head of Yoga and Meditation at Ananda in the Himalayas. With over two decades of experience and deep roots in classical yoga traditions, Malati shares how yoga is far more than exercise—it’s a holistic lifestyle that brings harmony to body, mind, and spirit. Together, we explore: The ancient origins and evolution of yoga. Common myths and modern misconceptions. How yoga integrates with mindful eating and daily life. The...
Jun 21, 2025•58 min•Season 4Ep. 136
In celebration of Dietitians Week, I sit down with fellow dietitian Sharon Hoffman to reflect on the realities of our profession—both the rewarding transformations and the daily frustrations. Together, we uncover the challenges of working in a noisy online world where misinformation spreads faster than evidence-based advice. You’ll hear client success stories, a powerful case for sustainable change, and how real results come from understanding your behaviour not chasing diets. From gut health to...
Jun 15, 2025•46 min•Season 4Ep. 135
I’m excited to share a special Aromatherapy Awareness Week episode of The Eating For You Podcast, where I chat with Louise Bickerton of Blue Mountains Lavender Farm. Louise walks us through her transition from city life to cultivating 6,000 lavender plants across 10 hectares in Little Hartley. She explains the challenges and joys of growing lavender. We dive into the science behind lavender’s soothing qualities, as well as the traditional copper steam-distillation process required to produce the...
Jun 08, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 134
In recognition of International Children’s Day on June 1st — a day dedicated to the rights and wellbeing of children worldwide — I’m thrilled to welcome back registered nutritionist Fern Rodriguez to The Eating for You Podcast. As we celebrate the importance of nourishing our children and ourselves in every sense of the word, Fern and I dive into one of the most common parenting challenges: mealtimes with picky eaters. Fern, a specialist in avoidant eating and food literacy, shares her compassio...
Jun 01, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 132
Is eating just one meal a day the ultimate wellness hack—or a harmful diet in disguise? In this episode, we explore the OMAD (One Meal a Day) trend through the lens of mindful eating. You’ll learn the science behind fasting for 23+ hours a day, the possible short-term benefits, and the potential long-term risks—especially for women. We’ll unpack how OMAD may override natural hunger signals, promote nutritional imbalances, and foster disordered eating patterns. Most importantly, we’ll guide you b...
May 26, 2025•29 min•Season 4Ep. 133
In this special World Meditation Day episode, I explore the serene practice of forest bathing, also known as Shinrin-Yoku, and how this Japanese form of meditation can inspire a more mindful, peaceful relationship with food. Through a guided visualisation practice, discover how slowing down in nature connects beautifully with mindful eating—and why transformation doesn’t have to take hours out of your week. If you're a woman who wants to improve your eating habits without overhauling your life, ...
May 18, 2025•16 min•Season 4Ep. 131
In this episode, I’m diving into Salt Awareness Week (May 12-18) and exploring why it’s essential to pay closer attention to our salt intake. Excess salt isn’t just about raising blood pressure—it has far-reaching effects on our health that we often overlook. I’m joined by Candace, an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, fermentation expert, and the founder of Wild Health Hub. With over 30 years of experience in holistic living and culinary nutrition, Candace shares invaluable insights on how too...
May 11, 2025•29 min•Season 4Ep. 130
Observed every May 6th, International No Diet Day is a powerful call to reject diet culture, embrace body acceptance, and reframe our definition of health. In this episode, I explore the history of the day, its global impact, and why shifting the focus from weight to wellbeing is crucial—especially for women over 40 who have been caught in the cycle of dieting. I dive into myths around dieting, the rise of body diversity, and what it means to truly nourish yourself without guilt, restriction, or...
May 04, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 129
Have you ever stood in front of a shelf full of supplements wondering, Do I actually need any of these? Or maybe you've been influenced by a social media post that made a supplement sound like the magic answer to your health concerns? In this episode of The Eating for You Podcast , I’m joined by Women’s Health Naturopath Grace Hughes to unpack the real role of supplements in our health journeys. This is a topic I get asked about a lot, and honestly—there’s a lot of confusion out there. Grace and...
Apr 28, 2025•41 min•Season 4Ep. 128
In this episode, we continue the conversation with sleep psychologist Rosemary Clancy as we explore why sleep becomes so elusive during perimenopause and menopause. From hot flushes to sleep apnea (yes, even if you don’t snore!), we dive into the science behind disrupted sleep and the practical steps you can take to find relief. I also share some of my own personal journey through perimenopause and the surprising symptoms that impacted my nights. You’ll learn: Why hot flushes interrupt deep slee...
Apr 20, 2025•46 min•Season 4Ep. 123
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m so tired, but I just can’t sleep,” this episode is for you. In this conversation, I’m joined by Rosemary Clancy , Clinical Psychologist and sleep specialist, to explore what’s really behind sleepless nights—and why waking during the night might not be a problem at all. Rosemary is the author of Unlearning Insomnia & Sleep Medication Dependence , and the director of LetSleepHappen.com.au . She treats sleep issues including insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, COM...
Apr 14, 2025•41 min•Season 4Ep. 126
Have you ever felt like you know what to eat and how to move, but just can’t seem to make it work long-term? I hear this all the time from women who feel stuck in the cycle of dieting, stress, and guilt around food and exercise. That’s why I’m so excited to have Angela Mills join me on this episode of The Eating For You Podcast for International Day of Happiness! Together, we explore how mindful eating, movement, and self-compassion can transform your relationship with food and exercise—so you c...
Mar 20, 2025•34 min•Season 3Ep. 125
Tired of dieting, losing motivation, and feeling stuck? In this episode, Sallyanne chats with Gale, who shares how a personalised, no-pressure approach to mindful eating helped her break free from yo-yo dieting, manage type 2 diabetes, and rediscover her love for food—without guilt or restrictions. She reveals why mindful eating is something she can always get back to without beating herself up and how it’s transformed her health and confidence. If you've ever felt like you’re failing at dieting...
Mar 16, 2025•30 min•Season 3Ep. 124
Are you struggling to get a good night’s sleep? Your eating habits might be the culprit! In this episode of The Eating For You Podcast , Sallyanne explores the surprising link between food and sleep. Discover how meal timing, caffeine, sugar, hydration, and even alcohol impact your rest—and what small changes can help you wake up feeling refreshed. Plus, hear a powerful client story that proves better sleep is possible with mindful eating. Key takeaways: ✔ How irregular meals disrupt your body c...
Mar 09, 2025•25 min•Season 3Ep. 123
I’m excited to share a very special episode of The Eating for You Podcast , where we’re celebrating International Women’s Day by addressing some hard truths about women’s health. This episode is all about empowering you to reclaim your health and happiness—without diets, guilt, or scales. We’re diving deep into: The 5 biggest barriers women face in accessing appropriate healthcare. How cultural expectations and medical biases impact our health choices. Practical, mindful solutions to overcome th...
Mar 03, 2025•34 min•Season 3Ep. 122
February is Gut Health Month, and I’m excited to dive into simple yet powerful mindful eating practices that can transform your gut health. Having grown up with a sensitive gut, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to achieve a happy, healthy gut without restrictive diets. Over the years, I’ve learned that gut health isn’t just about what you eat—it’s also about how , when , and why you eat. In this episode, I’ll be sharing: The current definition of gut health and how it impacts overall w...
Feb 23, 2025•14 min•Season 3Ep. 119
In this special episode, I chat with Hannah Daniele from Chapter One Dog Training to celebrate Love Your Pet Day! Discover tips for celebrating your pet, the benefits of owning pets for mental and physical health, and advice for training your furry friends to ensure a happy and stress-free relationship. Plus, learn how mindful interactions with pets can enrich your life and theirs. Teach Your Dog Fun & Useful Tricks Free Guide: https://chapter-one-dog-training.kit.com/loveyourpetday Learn mo...
Feb 17, 2025•24 min•Season 3Ep. 122
In this episode of The Eating For You Podcast , I sit down with Candace , a gut health expert and founder of Wild Health Hub , to explore the power of pulses —chickpeas, lentils, and beans—and how they can transform your health. Because it’s World Pulses Day! We dive into: ✅ Why pulses are great for gut health, energy, and digestion. ✅ How to prepare them to avoid bloating. ✅ The secret to fermented hummus and why you’ll love it. ✅ Simple ways to add pulses into everyday meals. Pulses are also k...
Feb 09, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 119
How has your body image influenced your daily food choices, thoughts, and emotions? In this episode, I dive into the deep connection between body image, eating habits, and self-confidence —and how these patterns shape your overall well-being. Through personal stories and expert insights, I’ll help you: Identify the unconscious beliefs that may be keeping you stuck in a cycle of self-judgement and emotional eating. Understand how mindfulness transformed my own relationship with food and body. Lea...
Feb 02, 2025•18 min•Season 3Ep. 115
In this episode of The Eating For You Podcast, it is my pleasure to speak with Carol, a program graduate, about her transformational journey with mindful eating. Learn how Carol shifted her relationship with food, discovered the power of reflection, and embraced sustainable habits that improved her health, energy, and overall wellbeing. Tune in for actionable insights, inspiring personal stories, and practical tips to begin your own mindful eating journey. Join our free online community for wome...
Jan 27, 2025•27 min•Season 3Ep. 115
Join me, an experienced dietitian and founder of the Eating for You approach, as I dive into five transformative steps to help you break free from dieting cycles and sustain healthier eating habits for life. In this episode, learn how to: Remove the dieting mindset. Cultivate mindfulness for better food choices. Follow evidence-based strategies tailored to your needs. Engage in community support and coaching calls. Seek the guidance you need to succeed. Discover practical, actionable insights to...
Jan 19, 2025•21 min•Season 3Ep. 116
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Valerie, who completed our Foundations Mindful Eating Program three years ago. You will hear how she transformed her relationship with food and freed herself from the stress of dieting and fear of weight gain. Valerie shares her journey from years of struggle with food to finding confidence, balance, and joy in her eating habits. Discover how she has: Let go of guilt and judgement around food. Maintained a 30-kilogram weight loss for over three years. ...
Jan 12, 2025•20 min•Season 3Ep. 114
Have you set a weight loss goal this new year? It is okay if you have, as this episode will show you how to change your goal into something that you can sustain. I understand the societal pressure around weight, but there is a much more compassionate and effective alternative to support your health and happiness. So in this episode, I want to have an honest chat about why setting weight loss as your New Year's resolution might not serve you well. #1: Weight loss goals often rely on unsustainable...
Jan 05, 2025•24 min•Season 3Ep. 114
An eating disorder can consume your life, and my special guest today has lived with an eating disorder for 50 years. Kathy explains living with an eating disorder as being like being trapped in a cage. You want to get out of the cage, but you don’t know how. In this episode, Kathy shares the freedom she now enjoys with food and the aspects of the Eating for You approach that have supported her over the past 18 months since we last spoke. She also describes what her next goals are for her relatio...
Dec 15, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 113
We can’t live our lives by a set of rigid rules, so how can we expect to stick to diet rules? As Judy shares, life is fluid; it has it’s ups and downs, and that is why mindful eating lasts! Mindful eating is flexible and adaptable, whereas diets are rigid. There are no rules to break, just preferences to eat healthier foods. Judy has learned that through regular reflective practices, mindful eating evolves with you and your life. It is my pleasure to welcome back Judy, who completed one of our p...
Dec 09, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 112
Have you ever been overwhelmed by food at social events? Or tried to stick to healthy eating but felt compelled to eat everything on offer. In this episode, I share seven common social eating traps, as well as some mindful eating strategies to help you avoid them. The 7 Social Eating Traps are: The pressure to fit in. Overindulgence at celebrations. Grazing mindlessly at gatherings. Drinking without noticing. Obligation Eating. Emotional Eating. Fear of Missing Out. Get a copy of our Emotional E...
Dec 01, 2024•13 min•Season 3Ep. 115
