The podcast where mind and body meet. Together, we’ll dive into the powerful connection between mental well-being and nutrition. Each week, we’ll explore how what we eat impacts how we feel, think, and thrive, offering practical tips, expert insights, and meaningful conversations to nourish both your body and mind. Tune in to feed your curiosity, spark new perspectives, and take actionable steps toward a healthier, more balanced life.
The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.
Season 2 Episode 2: Navigating Food & Body Image During Halloween
Halloween can be a fun and festive time—but for many, it also brings up anxiety around food, body image, and the pressure to “stay on track.” In this episode, a registered dietitian and a licensed psychotherapist explore how to navigate the Halloween season with more peace, flexibility, and self-compassion.
We’ll dive into:
🍬 How to handle the abundance of candy without guilt
🧠 The psychological roots of food-related anxiety during the holidays
👻 Supporting kids in developing a healthy relationship with treats
💬 Strategies for coping with body image triggers in costume-centric events
❤️🩹 Reframing Halloween through an intuitive eating and mental health lens
Whether you're recovering from disordered eating, parenting through Halloween, or simply trying to have a less stressful holiday, this conversation offers grounded, practical support.
14 Oct 2025
Season 2 Episode 1: We’re Back! Life Updates & What’s Next
After a 5-month break, Food for Thought is back in your ears! In this catch-up episode, Alexia and Alixis reunite to share what’s been going on behind the scenes—life changes, unexpected detours, lessons learned, and a few laughs along the way.
We’re pulling back the curtain on why we stepped away, what’s been happening in our world, and what you can expect from the podcast moving forward. Spoiler: we’ve missed you.
Whether you’re a longtime listener or just tuning in, this is the perfect reset to jump back in with us.
6 May 2025
Episode 18 Debunking the Lie of Willpower – What Diet Culture Doesn’t Want You to Know
Is it really just about "willpower"? Or have we all been fed a myth that's keeping us stuck, frustrated, and blaming ourselves? In this episode, we dive deep into the truth behind the willpower narrative and how diet culture has weaponized it to keep us chasing unrealistic ideals.
You'll learn:
-Why "lack of willpower" isn't the reason diets fail
-How your biology and environment play a bigger role than you think
-The psychological traps diet culture uses to keep you hooked
-How to reclaim your relationship with food and body without shame or guilt
Whether you're tired of starting over every Monday or just want to stop feeling like a failure, this conversation will give you the freedom and clarity you've been craving.
Tune in for a powerful mindset shift—and find out what diet culture really doesn't want you to know.
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