93: How to tell if you’re physically hungry or mentally hungry (body hunger vs brain hunger deep dive)
· 24 min · Episode 63
Episode 93: How to tell if you’re physically hungry or mentally hungry (body hunger vs brain hunger deep dive)
One question I get asked often is, “How do I tell the difference between physical hunger and just mentally craving food?” This is a super important question because in order to have an easy relationship with food AND maintain a healthy weight for the rest of our lives, we need to learn how to eat from body hunger instead of brain hunger. In today’s episode, I go deep into the difference between these two types of hunger and what to do when you want to eat even though you’re not hungry.
I discuss…
• Why your hunger and fullness cues can get “messed up” • How a history of disordered eating can impact hunger and fullness • What is body hunger? • What is brain hunger? • How to tell the difference between physical hunger and just mentally craving food • Why it’s so important to eat from body hunger • How eating when you’re hungry impacts your weight • What is the root cause of brain hunger? • How to deal with a mental desire for food when you’re not hungry • How your nervous system impacts your hunger
Links Mentioned
Free Root Cause Identifier Quiz! (see what the root cause of your food struggles is)
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My DIY Somatics Masterclass
Connect with me on Instagram @heart.led.wellness (I'm on my stories everyday!)
1-on-1 Coaching info
Email me at: ashlyn@heartledwellness.com
Music created and produced by Cam Roberts
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