What is Intuitive Eating? (And Why it Doesn't Feel so Intuitive At First)

19/09/2025 16 min Temporada 1 Episodio 1
What is Intuitive Eating? (And Why it Doesn't Feel so Intuitive At First)

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If you’ve ever tried to “just eat when you’re hungry” or “listen to your body” and thought, Uhh… how?! — you’re not alone. Intuitive eating might sound simple, but for many of us, it feels confusing, overwhelming, or even impossible at first.In this very first episode of Behind the Plate, I’m breaking down what intuitive eating actually is — and what it isn’t. Developed by dietitians Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, intuitive eating is an evidence-based framework designed to help you reconnect with your body’s cues and make peace with food. But if you’ve spent years dieting, battling binge eating, living with ADHD, or navigating burnout, tuning into those cues can feel like trying to learn a language you were never taught.We’ll talk about why intuitive eating can feel so hard at the start (spoiler: it’s not your fault), the common barriers that get in the way, and the shifts that start to happen once you begin practicing. From quieting the mental food noise to building trust with your body, intuitive eating isn’t about rules, guilt, or restriction — it’s about freedom, flexibility, and coming home to yourself.You’ll also get a sneak peek into future episodes, where we’ll dive deeper into topics like:Why diets don’t work (and what to do instead)How to handle fullness when you never seem to feel itThe connection between ADHD and intuitive eatingThis show will be a mix of solo episodes, occasional guests, and real talk rooted in both science and compassion.So, if you’re ready to ditch the diet drama and find clarity in the chaos of food rules, hit follow, share this episode with a friend, and join me as we go Behind the Plate.