January 5, 2022
I’m a recovered binge eater who changed the story from something that happened to me to something that happened for me. Now, I’m a licensed therapist teaching you to do the same.
My mission? To help you ditch food stress and live your life with mental peace and freedom every single day!
Have you ever questioned the rules that govern your eating habits? Those unspoken “food commandments” that dictate what, when, and how much you should eat. It’s time to challenge these rules and embrace food freedom.
Diet culture has thrown a bunch of wild food myths at us, and we’ve soaked them up like sponges. These myths are like those annoying rules about what’s “good” and “bad” to eat. You’ve probably heard stuff like “never eat after 7 pm,” “carbs are evil,” or “dessert is a reward for working out.” But guess what? These myths aren’t doing us any favors; they’re just making us stressed about food. They’ve been fed to us by the diet industry, which thrives on making us feel guilty. But guess what again? It’s time to unmask these food fibs and find our food freedom. Let’s debunk some common food myths and explore a more liberating way to nourish your body.
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Fruits are packed with essential nutrients. If you’re craving fruit, it’s your body’s way of asking for these vital elements. There’s no harm in enjoying fruit multiple times a day. Your body knows what it needs.
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Your body doesn’t have a built-in clock that stops you from eating after a specific hour. If hunger strikes at 8 pm, listen to your body. You can eat whenever you’re genuinely hungry, no matter the time. Your body knows its own schedule.
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Dessert is not a reward for exercising. You don’t need to justify enjoying something sweet based on your physical activity. Instead of conditional dessert-eating, ask yourself, “Do I feel like having dessert today?” It’s about your preference, not adherence to rules.
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Carbs are your body’s primary energy source, and energy isn’t limited by the clock. Restricting carbs after 4 pm is a needless rule. What’s more important is to heed your body’s signals, not the time on the clock.
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Listening to your body’s cravings results in a balanced mix of nutritious and indulgent foods. This balance helps stabilize your weight. It’s not about following strict rules; it’s about embracing food freedom.
So, how do you break free from the shackles of restrictive food rules and unlock the door to genuine food freedom? It’s a journey that begins with challenging the deeply ingrained beliefs about food that society and diet culture have thrust upon us.
Food freedom means making food choices based on what sounds good to you, not what you’re supposed to have. It’s about nourishing your body with foods you genuinely desire. It might take time to shed all those rules, but with each challenge, you’ll find yourself less bound by them. Your journey toward food freedom begins with choosing what aligns with your preferences and hunger cues.
Remember, there’s no magic wand to make all the rules vanish overnight. It’s a gradual process. The more you challenge these food myths and shift towards food freedom, the more liberating your relationship with food becomes.
Here’s to a future of guilt-free, rule-breaking, and joyous eating!
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Licensed Therapist, Certified Nutritionist, and Virtual Wellness Coach
Ryann is a licensed therapist and virtual wellness coach who has assisted individuals worldwide in establishing a healthier relationship with food and their bodies.
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