Listen "The emotional connection to eating"
Episode Synopsis
How often do we take the time to be mindful of our emotions when eating? Whether it's reaching for chocolate after a tough day, craving toast when we're lonely, or even skipping meals when we're stressed — our emotions can play a huge role in how and why we eat. Nutritional expert Mel Bald chats with Healthier Together about our emotional connection to food.
(1.45) What is emotional eating?
(3.05) How to tell the difference between physical hunger and emotional eating.
(4.33) Awareness between emotions and eating.
(5.58) Are we born emotional eaters or is it learnt behaviour?
(7.20) Most common emotional triggers.
(10.49) Why does food become emotionally charged?
(11.50) Why we reach for unhealthy or treat foods.
(14.27) What to do to change emotional eating habits.
(19.16) The role of self-compassion in emotional eating.
Useful resources
The passionate nutritionist
How our behaviour can motivate us to eat for health
Healthy food choices to combat diabetes
Making a habit of good habits
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information
contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed
in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality,
accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the
reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be
excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
(1.45) What is emotional eating?
(3.05) How to tell the difference between physical hunger and emotional eating.
(4.33) Awareness between emotions and eating.
(5.58) Are we born emotional eaters or is it learnt behaviour?
(7.20) Most common emotional triggers.
(10.49) Why does food become emotionally charged?
(11.50) Why we reach for unhealthy or treat foods.
(14.27) What to do to change emotional eating habits.
(19.16) The role of self-compassion in emotional eating.
Useful resources
The passionate nutritionist
How our behaviour can motivate us to eat for health
Healthy food choices to combat diabetes
Making a habit of good habits
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information
contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed
in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality,
accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the
reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be
excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
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