Learning how to stop stress eating may feel like an impossible task when stress sends you straight to the snack shelf. While it’s normal to seek comfort in food during stressful moments, the good news is that you can manage stress eating with practical, evidence-based techniques. In this article, we’ll explore why stress eating happens […] The post How to Stop Stress Eating: Why It Happens & What to Do—Steps Backed by Clinical Evidence appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more

Have you ever caught yourself binge eating healthy foods, feeling just as out of control as you would with junk food? Binge eating isn’t limited to certain types of food, and if you struggle with binge eating healthy options, you’re not alone. There are deeper reasons why this happens. Binge eating isn’t just limited to […] The post Binge Eating Healthy Food: Why It Happens & How to Stop the Pattern appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more

Embarking on a restrictive diet with the goal of trying to feel full can be a slippery slope. Although dramatically reducing calorie intake results in short-term weight loss, restrictive diets often lead to feelings of deprivation, cycles of restriction followed by binge eating, and an unhealthy preoccupation with food. In this article, we’ll explore why […] The post The Dangers of Trying to Feel Full on a Restrictive Diet: Understanding the Myths and How to Find Balance appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more

Have you ever noticed an uncomfortable shift in family dynamics after losing weight? Maybe they comment on your weight, or they say nothing at all. When things suddenly feel “off” between you and your family, it can stir up feelings of self-doubt, leaving you to wonder if the change is about you or how others […] The post What to Do When Family Members React to Weight Loss Poorly: Understanding Internalized Biases appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more

Do you ever drag your feet to get food into your system? Maybe you’re at your work desk, resenting the fact that you need to eat because your stomach is growling, and the reality sets in: eating just feels like a chore. Cooking also feels like a chore—if not even more so—and it can create […] The post Why Does Eating Feel Like a Chore? 7 Reasons We Drag Our Feet & What to Do Instead appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more

Imagine sitting down at a table surrounded by friends or colleagues, but instead of enjoying the meal and conversation, your heart starts to race, your palms get sweaty, and the mere thought of taking a bite fills you with dread. This scenario is all too familiar for many who struggle with the fear of eating […] The post Understanding the Fear of Eating in Front of Others: How to Navigate Social Anxiety & Deipnophobia appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more

We’ve all been there—scrolling through our phone, sipping morning coffee, when catchy healthy eating quotes pop up on our feed. Suddenly, we’re questioning whether we should really be enjoying that buttery croissant or if we should swap it for a green smoothie instead. Quotes like “Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels” or “A moment […] The post 25 Healthy Eating Quotes to Motivate Greater Well-Being, Free From Diet Culture appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more

You were born knowing how to be content once you’re full. However, as diet culture began to grow louder—with its incessant ‘eat this, not that’ mentality—you may have lost touch with this innate skill. Relearning how to be content once you’re full is about more than just the food on your plate. It’s about the […] The post How to Be Content Once You’re Full: 10 Ways to Walk Away from a Meal Feeling Complete appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more

The ketogenic diet, with its promises of rapid weight loss and better health, has captivated the attention of millions. Yet, many people struggle with not losing weight on keto. Why? In this article, we’ll delve into the science behind both common and unexpected reasons for not losing weight on keto. From hidden carbs and metabolic […] The post Not Losing Weight on Keto? Here Are 9 Reasons Why, According to Studies appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more

Whenever life feels wobbly, I like to read through Buddhist quotes to remind myself that, no matter what is going on around me, I can be the eye of the storm. But why are the Buddhist quotes in this article paired with teachings on making peace with food? Because that’s my jam! My name is […] The post 13 Buddhist Quotes to Inspire Inner Peace & Resilience—In Life and Around Food appeared first on Kari Dahlgren ..read more