• Jennifer Warmann-Bloss and Dena Woulfe
• Jill Moellering, Functional Nutritionist

In this episode of "Beyond the Mirror," we delve into the complex relationship people have with food, exploring themes of food obsession, addiction, and the journey toward intuitive eating. Guest Jill Moellering, a functional nutritionist, shares her personal experiences and professional insights on overcoming unhealthy eating patterns and fostering a healthier relationship with food.

1. Jill's Personal Journey:
   • Jill discusses her own struggles with health issues exacerbated by stress and how inadequate treatments led her to explore nutrition and lifestyle changes. Her journey involved transitioning from dependency on supplements to addressing core issues like diet.
2. Detox Experiences and Realizations:
   • Initial success with detox programs that eliminate processed foods and sugars led to recurring cycles of binge eating, highlighting the temporary nature of strict dietary interventions.
3. Addressing Food Addiction:
   • Jill experimented with the carnivore diet, which didn't suit her, leading to the realization that her issues were more about her relationship with food rather than the food itself.
4. Mental and Emotional Aspects of Eating:
   • The discussion covers the psychological impact of dieting, particularly how restrictive diets can lead to food obsession and emotional eating. Jill emphasizes the importance of self-love and neutral thinking about food choices.
5. Education and Intuitive Eating:
   • Education about food's impact on the body is crucial. Jill practices and teaches intuitive eating, which involves understanding and responding to the body's needs without judgment.
6. Social and Cultural Influences on Eating:
   • Food is a social connector, and missing out on social eating experiences can also be detrimental. Jill discusses how societal pressures and unrealistic beauty standards contribute to eating disorders and body image issues.
7. Practical Advice and Tools:
   • Jill provides actionable advice for listeners, such as unfollowing social media accounts that promote unrealistic body images and following those that encourage body positivity. She advocates for small, sustainable changes in diet and mindset rather than drastic overhauls.

The episode concludes with a hopeful message that individuals struggling with food-related issues are not broken but may need new tools and perspectives to develop healthier relationships with food and themselves.

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