“I Don’t Trust You, Erin.” If you’ve ever booked a call with someone like me, only to feel your guard go way up the second the Zoom opens, you’re not alone. Because I’ve felt the tension. And I’ve seen the crossed arms. The squinty skepticism. I know you hate me and everyone like me who has confused and overwhelmed you. I’ve heard the polite answers hiding a hard “no.” I've heard the impolite answers too: "What snake oil are YOU trying to sell me?" I don’t take it personally. I get it. The welln...
Jun 25, 2025•13 min
You want to sleep better. I like talking about sleep. This podcast is for you! In it, I deliver my fave "hack" for improving sleep, but also I talk generally about how we need to TREAT sleep in our lives... and how our relationship with sleep and our relationship with food should actually be more similar than we might have thought. From a metabolic perspective, sleep is to nighttime what feeding is to daytime. In this episode, I dive into how truly regenerative sleep and deeply nourishing food a...
Jun 17, 2025•21 min
Turning 40? Going through menopause? Emerging from COVID lockdowns (5 years later)? If you feel like your body changed overnight, this episode is your wake-up call. I desperately want us to think critically about WHY these changes of life would cause our body composition to shift. Because it's probably NOT your age, or your hormones, or lockdowns... at least, not directly. This message is meant to empower you. Because feeling like a victim of circumstance is incredibly DISempowering, and I don't...
Jun 12, 2025•30 min
**This is a recording of a free online interactive workshop** If you’ve been logging every bite, weighing your chicken breast, or obsessing over apps just to watch the scale barely budge—this episode is for you. In this powerful replay of my live Weight Loss Without Food Tracking workshop, you’ll learn why tracking your food isn’t required for fat loss—and why, for many women, it actually makes things worse. In this conversation, I like to think that I offer a refreshingly doable and revolutiona...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr
I painstakingly found 6 words that start with the letter P that depict what you need for sustainable fat loss. But that's not all! I also came up with 4 additional P words to describe what you DON'T need... Kidding, I used ChatGPT to come up with the P words for me, lest you think I slaved over a thesaurus all day. Most people are taught to chase weight loss with scales, calorie math, and expensive supplements... and then blame themselves when it all falls apart. In this episode, I lay out the a...
May 29, 2025•28 min
(Alternate title: Fast Fat Loss -- An Unhinged Riff) In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest lies in the weight loss industry: that fast fat loss is effective, sustainable, or even desirable. It’s not. In fact, your body is wired to resist rapid fat loss—and for good reason. I’ll break down the biology behind fat storage and explain why slow, steady fat loss isn’t just better —it’s the only kind that lasts. We’ll talk about what’s really happening when the scale dro...
May 20, 2025•34 min
If you want to lose weight and keep it off—but the whole experience feels kind of terrible and you hate it—you’re not doing it wrong. You’re just… changing. In this episode, I unpack what sustainable weight loss actually requires : not a new diet or more discipline, but managing your expectations around change. I tell the story of a client who came to me doing everything “right”—yet her body was stuck. When I asked her to change, she tried for 2 weeks before declaring that it wasn’t working. Thi...
May 12, 2025•18 min
This one’s for every woman who’s wondered: Can I go all-in on a weekend of fun without undoing all my progress? Short answer: YES. But it takes awareness, not restriction. In this episode, I spill the tea on a recent bachelorette weekend full of booze, late nights, and all the food. It wasn’t “clean” or “on plan”—but it was joyful, connected, and a reminder of what health is really about. We’ll talk about: The metabolic cost of social weekends (sleep + blood sugar disruption) How alcohol changes...
May 05, 2025•27 min
Menopause Marketing is a Grift (Here’s What Actually Helps) I used to talk about perimenopause in my branding… but I don’t anymore. Here’s why. In this episode, I break down how the wellness industry is using menopause as a marketing goldmine—preying on vulnerable, overwhelmed women in their 40s and 50s. From hormone hacks to supplement scams, it’s all starting to feel a little gross. So I’m cutting through the noise and telling you the truth.We’ll talk about what’s really driving midlife weight...
Apr 30, 2025•28 min
In this personal and candid video, I share my recent experience with a plastic surgery consultation for a breast lift. Despite being generally content with my body, I explore the changes due to menopause and my desire to return to a familiar shape. This consultation revealed many insights on body image, societal beauty standards, my mental journey from dealing with past body dysmorphia to current self-acceptance, and the stark realities of the plastic surgery industry. Join me as I navigate thes...
Apr 21, 2025•38 min
Is your Inner Brat sabotaging your weight loss effort? The Brat is that part of us that asks... "What can I get away with?" In this episode, we explore the concept of The Brat archetype in dieting and weight loss. Over 15 years of working with nearly 3000 women, our expert has identified recurring patterns of self-sabotage linked to this 'brat' persona. We'll discuss how this archetype manifests, particularly when things are going well, and how it often stems from a desire for freedom and autono...
Apr 11, 2025•42 min
In this episode, we discuss five widespread beliefs about fat loss that actually don't make a significant difference. From the vilification of sugar to misconceptions about water intake, arbitrary protein targets, eating speed, and the occasional glass of wine, I'll challenge these common myths. In chasing these insignificant "hacks," women are overlooking the big dial-movers that ACTUALLY help with fat loss -- the timing and composition of your meals, adequately nourishing yourself, tending to ...
Apr 02, 2025•23 min
In this episode, I debunk the 14 biggest lies you've been told about food tracking and its necessity for weight loss. The central theme is that tracking food is entirely unnecessary for fat loss. Effective weight loss hinges on a safe nervous system state, adequate nutrition, an energy deficit, and a well-functioning metabolic system—not micromanaging food quantities. By dispelling these myths, I aim to help you reconnect with your body's natural hunger and satiety cues, and show you that you ca...
Mar 26, 2025•29 min
The unique psychosocial aspects of weight loss for women who came of age in the thin era of the 1990s and are now in their menopause transition. In this episode, Erin -- everyone's fave real-talking women's weight loss nutritionist -- delves into the unique challenges faced by Generation X women, those born between 1965 and 1980, who are currently navigating midlife and menopause. Exploring the psychosocial aspects of weight loss, the episode addresses how cultural programming emphasizing thinne...
Mar 17, 2025•49 min
If you struggle with the generic "meal prep" advice -- which involves batch cooking your food and then eating soggy leftovers for days, this is for you. In this episode, we dive into the essentials of meal planning, focusing on practical tips for shopping, cooking, and foraging for food., so you can make food choices on the fly and never rely on meal prep again . Learn how to effectively navigate grocery shopping, make the best use of your cooking tools, and find nourishing food options while on...
Mar 10, 2025•36 min
The Critical Role of your Mind and Mood for Weight Loss In this episode, we delve into eat.simple Rule #8: Send Safe Signals to your Brain and Body. The importance of the nervous system state in achieving permanent weight loss is too often overlooked. Learn why our modern, stress-filled lives are counteracting our ancient DNA's preference for calm, and how sending safe signals to your brain and body can make a significant difference. Understand the two halves of the autonomic nervous system—symp...
Mar 03, 2025•22 min
The power of two daily walks (one before breakfast; one after dinner) for optimal health and to "hack" weight loss. In this episode, we explore eat.simple Rule #7:: taking two walks a day. Discover why the host believes this is the closest thing to a 'health hack' and how it offers both metabolic and holistic benefits. The episode breaks down the science and ancient human logic behind walking, emphasizing its role in circadian rhythm orientation, gene expression, fat utilization, and mental well...
Feb 24, 2025•30 min
In this episode, we explore the profound importance of sleep for metabolic health and weight loss. Learn why sleep is as crucial as food for your body's functions and discover practical strategies to enhance your sleep quality. From meal timing to evening wind-down rituals, get actionable tips to align your circadian rhythms for better health. Understand the impact of light exposure, nervous system state, and environmental factors on sleep. Dive into the science behind sleep and nutrition, and s...
Feb 17, 2025•29 min
The power of elongated meal intervals and how FASTING fits into the FEASTING paradigm learned so far. In this episode, we dive deep into eat.simple rule number 5: pushing your meal intervals. Discover how prioritizing and achieving satiety through proper meal consumption can eliminate snacking, reduce food noise, and enhance weight loss. By focusing on being a meal-eating animal rather than a grazing one, you will learn to trust your hunger signals, prioritize protein, break your fast epically, ...
Feb 10, 2025•21 min
Introducing "The Funnel," a game-changing meal timing philosophy for effortless weight loss. In this episode, we dive into the complexity of meal timing and introduce 'The Funnel,' a proprietary weight loss philosophy that aligns meal timing with our natural circadian rhythms. Learn about the eat.simple rules and how big, nutrient-dense breakfasts followed by smaller meals throughout the day can improve satiety, reduce cravings, and enhance sleep. Explore how this diurnal-based approach can tran...
Feb 03, 2025•26 min
eat.simple Rule #3: Break Fast Epically (part 3 of an 8-part series: The eat.simple 8 Simple Rules) In this episode, we delve into eat.simple Rule #3 - breaking your fast epically to change the game. Building on Rule #1 (answering hunger with a meal) and Rule #2 (prioritizing protein), this rule emphasizes starting your day with a nutrient-dense, protein-dominant meal. This conversation highlights the importance of eating to satiety, introducing the body's relationship with circadian rhythms, an...
Jan 27, 2025•26 min
eat.simple Rule #2: Prioritize Protein (Part 2 of an 8-part series: The eat.simple 8 Simple Rules) In this episode, the importance of prioritizing protein in our diet is highlighted, especially for women. Explaining that humans are omnivores who need a combination of animal and plant-based foods for optimal health, the episode delves into how protein, made up of amino acids, is the building block of the human body. It examines the pitfalls of reducing food to just fuel, advocating instead for no...
Jan 20, 2025•27 min
eat.simple Rule #1: Always Answer Hunger with a Meal (Part 1 of an 8-part series: The eat.simple 8 Simple Rules) In this video, we delve into the first of the eat.simple Eight Simple Rules designed to help you reinvigorate a robust metabolism and create a healthier relationship with food. Discover why always answering hunger with a meal is foundational to overcoming chronic dieting and hypervigilance around food. Learn how addressing hunger through nutrient-dense meals can reduce cravings and he...
Jan 13, 2025•17 min
Are menopause, cortisol, and sugar really making you gain weight? In this episode, we delve into the reasons behind weight struggles in midlife women. We'll explore common misconceptions and provide solutions for metabolic mismanagement. Join us as we discuss insulin resistance, the impact of stress, the truth about sugar, and why understanding your body is essential. Learn actionable steps to improve your metabolic health and find out why blaming hormones might not be the solution after all. 00...
Jan 06, 2025•42 min
In this candid video, I share my personal journey with Ozempic. Despite approaching it with an open mind and critical thinking, my experience turned out to be challenging. I delve into why I decided to try this medication, the side effects I faced, and how it affected my appetite and metabolic health. Additionally, I touch on broader implications for weight loss and the contentious debate surrounding these types of medications. Finally, I explore different case studies that offer varying perspec...
Dec 30, 2024•44 min
As the year wraps up, I’m reflecting on powerful conversations with my clients about starting change now. In this quickie episode, I explore why so many of us delay prioritizing our health—waiting for the “right time” that never arrives. For women in midlife, especially those shaped by the diet culture of the ’90s and 2000s, the hesitation runs deep. But your body has been patiently working for you every single day, despite the neglect, the busyness, and the promises of “someday.” Your body does...
Dec 26, 2024•12 min
Eating should be simple, right? After all, if nourishing and fueling our bodies were truly complicated, humans wouldn’t have survived for millennia. Yet today, eating feels anything but simple. Why is that? Why do we make it so hard to do something that should come naturally? In this episode, we’re cutting through the noise, myths, and confusion surrounding food. We’ll dive into the cultural, psychological, and biological reasons why eating has become so unnecessarily complicated—and, more impor...
Dec 23, 2024•22 min
Women’s fear of gaining weight often goes far beyond concerns about physical health. The predominant root emotion is tied to deeper, more complex societal, psychological, and cultural factors. Here’s a breakdown of what lies beneath that fear: 1: Fear of Rejection and Lack of Belonging - Cultural Conditioning : Society equates thinness with attractiveness, worthiness, and success. Women fear gaining weight because it could lead to rejection or judgment, both socially and romantically. - Tribal I...
Dec 16, 2024•24 min
1) Dairy should not be a predominant source of your protein intake. 2) Drinking more water WILL NOT help you lose weight. 3) Exercise intensity is a GOOD thing and we should be factoring some intense exercise into our week (don't fear the cOrTiSoL 😱). 4) Tracking your food is not only unnecessary, but it's also harmful.
Dec 09, 2024•29 min
Calories, macros, basal metabolic rate (BMR)... Your body is NOT a dumb calculator. ...and your macro coach doesn't actually know how much food you need -- calories, grams of fat/protein/carbs, ounces of water. But your body does. Your body's nutrient needs are: - highly dynamic - tightly controlled by the brain - communicated to you through your appetite signals - and — I feel really passionately about this one — does not magically reset to zero every day at midnight.
Oct 26, 2024•31 min
