Episode 16 Culture Shock: "You know those scenes from My Big Fat Greek Wedding with all the crazy family members fussing over the bride and groom's big day? Yeah, that's pretty much my life." This is the first thing Malak Saddy said to me when I first met her in our...
Episode 19: I hate mid-afternoon energy drags, don't you? Back in my dieting days, I couldn't figure out why, when I'd been so "good" with my eating all day, I'd end up dragging myself through the finish line of the day (let's be honest, what was left on the to-do...
Episode 18: What does an intuitive eater look like? The 6 Strategies to undiet your life after 40 are terrific places to start (you've already downloaded them, right?), but you'll need these additional tips and resources to make those steps become solid practices....
Episode 17: Are you starting to feel the effects of perimenopause and finding that diet-wellness culture is no longer helping you? Ready to undiet your life? Now is an excellent time to let go of anything that's not serving you - especially when it comes to food and...
Episode 22: Is sugar addiction really a thing? Why does sugar seem to be the root of all evil when it comes to health and wellness? There was definitely a time in my troubled past relationship with food when I thought I was addicted to sugar. I grew up with the...
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Episode 23: Wellness Apps - With the sexy TV ads promising you a healthy relationship with food when you're done, you might think - "Wow, this is it! Finally, a wellness app that isn't about weight loss!" At least that's what I initially thought. The beautiful ad...
Episode 24: Malak Saddy is back on the Savor Food and Body Podcast to give you a personal and professional view of how religious practices intersect with fasting, eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image. We might be fasting for many different reasons....
Episode 102: The holiday season is a busy time of year. There are plenty of ways to distract you from taking care of yourself. Here are 3 ways to use mindful eating during the holidays to stay attuned to your physical and emotional needs.
Imagine sitting down at your holiday table. Smelling all the yummy smells - excited to try a new dish or plate up some old favorites that only hit the table once a year. Then your sister-in-law Karen announces she's not eating sugar this holiday season because she's...
Stop wasting fresh produce! Tips for Cooking in Midlife. In episode 106 of Savor Food and Body Podcast, Amanda and Chef Shannon discuss practical strategies for managing excess produce and reducing food waste, especially for smaller households. "It's ok to play in the...
Imagine walking through a bustling farmers' market, the vibrant colors and fresh scents of seasonal produce inviting you to explore. This sensory experience is at the heart of intuitive eating, a practice that encourages us to listen to our bodies and make food...
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