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Are you tired of feeling obsessed with food & your weight, feeling guilt & shame around eating, and struggling with binge/overeating?
If you're ready to break free from the endless cycle of yo-yo dieting, heal your relationship with food, and finally be able to eat without obsession, guilt or constant fear of losing control, this podcast is for you.
Subscribe for new episodes every week, and join your host Sabrina Magnan - Food Freedom & Intuitive Eating Coach - to explore all things intuitive eating, non-diet nutrition, body image, eating disorders, goal achievement, mindfulness, exercise and the power of mindset.
Rooted in evidence-backed strategies, Live Unrestricted helps you uncover the true causes of unwanted habits like overeating, binge eating, emotional eating and self-sabotage so that you can escape diet culture, heal from disordered eating, learn body acceptance, and step into a confident relationship with food & your body – all from an entirely new perspective.
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You ever have those weeks (or months) where you just feel like CRAP? You feel like you're not moving forward, you're stuck in the same patterns, and you're frustrated because you can't coming back to "square 1". My dear, I GET it. Healing isn’t a straight line, and that’s a good thing. In this episode, I share the real, non-linear nature of healing and why setbacks don’t mean you’re failing or back at square one. You’ll hear my own story of how I’ve shortened my recovery dips from...
If you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, pause here and go back to that first - you’ll get the foundation that makes today’s episode even more powerful. In this follow-up, I’m diving into the remaining lessons I brought home from my business + personal development retreat in California. These aren’t just “nice ideas” - they’re perspective-shifting truths that will help you create a life of peace, freedom, and success on your own terms. Here’s what you'll learn today: Why your words carry more p...
I just got back from spending 3 days surrounded by some of the happiest and most successful people I know - and let me tell you, the breakthroughs I had were nothing short of life-changing. Here’s what I realized: the people we admire the most (those who radiate peace, freedom, and joy) didn’t get there by luck. They got there by doing the hard, uncomfortable inner work that most people avoid. And from being in that room, I walked away with 8 powerful lessons that will change how you see your...
Let's talk romantic relationships. Most importantly - how to have a healthy and connected relationship that support your growth and healing. You can be doing all the inner work - healing your relationship with food, building self-trust, trying to feel more grounded in your body… But if your relationship feels disconnected, heavy, or misaligned? It can quietly stall your healing in ways you might not even notice. In today’s powerful convo, I’m joined by Libby Finlayson, a master mindset and re...
If you’ve ever thought, “I want to enjoy food on vacation… but I don’t want to come back feeling bloated, gross, and like I need to "get back on track’” - this episode is for you. I used to obsess about food every time I traveled. Either I was stressing about how to “be good” or I’d throw all my intentions out the window and eat everything in sight, then feel awful about it. But that doesn’t happen anymore. Now, I actually enjoy my food and feel good in my body while I’m away , and in this ep...
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking why trying to “just be more disciplined” around food, eating habits, or body image struggles never works for long - and why that’s not a personal failure. It’s actually your nervous system doing exactly what it’s designed to do: protect you. We’ll explore: What willpower actually is Why bingeing, overeating, and food obsession are not bad habits - but protective survival patternsThe real reason you can’t just “stick to it” when it comes to foodWhat wor...
Today I’m sharing my unfiltered thoughts on the “Intuitive Eating” movement. The good, the bad, and the confusing. Because while intuitive eating completely changed my life… There are parts of the online space that don’t sit right with me. In this episode, I open up about why the term “intuitive" eating can actually push people away from healing, the nuance I think is missing in mainstream conversations and what I align with me today. 🎧 Subscribe to my brand-new SECRET podcast series: The Foo...
Do you feel like you're constantly fighting against that voice in your mind telling you that your body isn't good enough? Maybe you're working on eating more intuitively and feeling more at peace around food. But when it comes to your body image? The shame and criticism is still loud. And honestly… the daily mental fight is absolutely exhausting. In this Coaching Over Coffee session, I sit down with a listener to unpack what’s really going on when you've done the work around...
We all know those rules and rituals we follow with eating that are driven by anxiety, and a need to feel "safe". Rules like "no eating before 12pm" or "I can't put anything in my coffee" or "no drinking liquid calories". When you've been dieting or restricting for a while, the rules accumulate and make the eating experience rigid, stressful and anxiety-producing. Chances are, you want to have more flexibility and freedom. You know it would actually serve you. But you can't get yourself ...
If you’ve been clinging to control because you’re convinced it’s the only thing keeping you safe and "in check", this episode is for you. Today, we’re diving into something that keeps so many women stuck: the exhausting anxiety around food, body image, and needing to control everything. In this episode, you're learning: Why letting go of control around food (or anything else) feels downright terrifying—and what your nervous system has to do with itHow practicing small, doable expe...
If you're a parent who's trying to do things differently around food… this episode is for you. Whether you’re healing your own relationship with food or just trying not to pass on the food guilt and body shame you grew up with - you might be wondering: How do I help my kids eat “healthy” without being controlling?Should I be worried about sugar?What if they’re super picky? Or only want snacks?What if I’m still working on intuitive eating myself? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down wi...
Join me for this special solo episode where I open up about the really difficult few months I experienced at the beginning of 2025, crippled by fear and anxiety, and how I navigated through it. I'm sharing the lessons I learned about how to move through a world filled with fear and uncertainty, while still maintaining inner peace and calm so that you can be in your power and create a positive impact. 🎧 Subscribe to my brand-new SECRET podcast series: The Food Freedom Experience! 1...
What if the reason you're still struggling with food... has nothing to do with food at all? If you’ve ever found yourself constantly second-guessing what to eat, overthinking your health choices, or chasing the “perfect” routine - only to feel more anxious, confused, and disconnected than ever- you’re going to feel so seen in this conversation. In today’s episode, I sit down with Amanda, a member of Food Freedom Academy, as she bravely shares her personal story of healing her relationship wit...
Ever find yourself spiraling down a rabbit hole of health advice? One second you're just trying to enjoy a little dessert and the next, you're wondering if sugar is slowly poisoning you and if you should throw out all your plastic Tupperware. Yeah... been there. In this episode, we’re diving into what’s really underneath all the second-guessing, food guilt, and decision paralysis that comes with trying to “eat healthy” in today’s world. We’ll explore: How to tell if your food and health decis...
You’re healing. You're doing the inner work. You're finally eating without guilt, tracking, or obsessing. But then… you catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror. And all you can think is: “This isn’t the body I used to have.” In this episode, I’m getting into the very real grief, discomfort, and identity crisis that can come with body changes - especially when your “thinness body” still holds power in your mind. Inside, I talk about: Why missing your old body doesn’t mean you’re doing some...
If you’ve ever felt like binge eating just happens—like you lose control, and afterward you’re left wondering “Why did I do that?”—this episode is for you. Because what if binge eating isn’t a failure of willpower... But a wise, protective response from a body that’s trying to help you feel safe? In today’s episode, I’m joined by Stephanie Mara Fox, Somatic Nutritional Counselor, Mentor, and creator of Somatic Eating®, to explore how binge eating and food struggles are often deeply rooted in ...
You’re not dieting anymore. You’ve started giving yourself permission to eat the “forbidden” foods. You’re doing everything right… And yet—you still feel out of control around food. 😩 If this is you, this episode is going to tell you WHY. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 6 sneaky reasons why you might still be bingeing even after you’ve stopped restricting. From hidden mental restriction, to nervous system dysregulation, to the rebound effects of years of dieting—this phase of healin...
Summer is around the corner. The hot weather, the BBQs, swimsuits, pool parties... And if that brings up a wave of pressure — to shrink, restrict, or “get your body back” before the season hits — you are so not alone. This time of year can feel like one giant spotlight on your body. The clothes get smaller, the diet noise gets louder, and suddenly you’re hyper-aware of every lump, bump, and bite. But this isn’t really about swimsuits or shorts. It’s about the beliefs running under...
Ever thought, “If I listened to my body, I’d just eat sweets and junk all day”? If so, you are NOT alone my friend. This is by far one of the most common fears women have when they hear about intuitive eating — and it makes total sense, especially if you've spent years in the restrict-binge cycle. But here's what most people don't fully know: that's not intuitive eating. That's impulsive eating. In this episode, I’m breaking down the #1 misconception that’s likely keeping you stuck, spi...
1Maybe you've tried everything to gain control of your stress eating. Diet plans, coaching, apps— but you still end up turning to food when you’re stressed, overwhelmed, or just need a break. Maybe you feel like you know what you "should" be doing, but can't bridge the gap between knowledge and action. In this episode, I talk with Lauren, who has spent the last few years trying everything to break her stress eating habits. From intermittent fasting to nutrition coaching to Noom—nothing s...
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