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Are you struggling with binge eating and feeling tired of the endless binge-restrict cycle? You’re not alone. Understanding the science behind your cravings can help you achieve balance and peace with food. I’m Meredith Mackenzie, a binge eating therapist, intuitive eating coach, and the founder of the One Body to Love program. I’ve helped hundreds […]

Binge Eating Disorder (BED), is characterized by recurrent episodes of consuming unusually large amounts of food within a specific time frame (typically two hours), often leading to a sense of loss of control. BED comes with key indicators and it’s important to recognize these warning signs so you can seek help from qualified professionals to […]

Intuitive Eating has become a bit of a buzzword lately. It might leave you wondering, what does Intuitive Eating really means? What does it look like if you’re eating intuitively? How do you learn how to do this? Is this just going to end up being another fad diet that doesn’t work for you? If […]

It can feel so hard when stress makes us reach for food. If you are searching for how to stop stress eating, you are not alone. Stress eating often shows up when our bodies and minds feel unsafe or overwhelmed. This blog will help you understand why we turn to food when we are stressed […]

If you’ve ever wondered whether Vyvanse for binge eating could finally be the answer, you’re not alone. Many women who come to me feel stuck in the cycle of restriction, cravings, and late-night eating—and they’re curious if medication could be the missing piece. The truth? Vyvanse can absolutely help some people reduce binge episodes and quiet […]

hen it comes to food struggles, the line between disordered eating vs eating disorder isn’t always clear. You might not see yourself in the extreme stories that make headlines—but still find food taking up far too much space in your mind. Maybe you’re always planning your next “reset,” feeling guilty after certain meals, or swinging between strict […]

If you’ve been dieting or following food rules for years, hunger and fullness cues can feel unreliable. Maybe you eat because the clock says it’s time, not because you’re truly hungry. Or you stop eating when the calories run out instead of when your body feels satisfied. Reconnecting to hunger and fullness cues is possible, […]

Emotional eating patterns often grow out of trying to please other people. When you are always trying to make others happy, you may lose touch with what you really feel. That can make food feel like a safe friend. You may eat to calm, to comfort, or to fill a space inside that feels empty. […]

Have you ever asked yourself, “why can’t I stop eating?” Maybe it happens at night, when things quiet down, and you find yourself eating again even after promising you wouldn’t. If this feels familiar, you’re not alone. And no, it’s not about willpower or weakness. It is a protective response. Your body is trying to […]

Emotional eating is something many of us turn to when we feel overwhelmed, sad, lonely, or stressed. We eat not because we’re hungry, but because food helps us cope with those big feelings. But afterward, we often feel shame. That shame can lead to more emotional eating. It becomes a cycle: eat to feel better, […]

Toxic diet culture is everywhere. It shows up on social media, in doctor’s offices, at family dinners, and even in your own thoughts. It tells you your body isn’t good enough. That if you just try harder, eat less, or lose weight, everything will get better. But here’s the truth: toxic diet culture is full […]

It’s a question I hear often. Can I practice intuitive eating and still want to lose weight? The short answer is yes. Intuitive eating and weight loss can feel like a tricky mix, but it’s normal to have mixed feelings. You can want food freedom and still wish your body looked different. That is okay. […]

If you’re here wondering what to do after a binge, please know this: you are not alone, and you are not broken. Maybe you feel stuffed, ashamed, or overwhelmed. Maybe your mind is already racing with plans to skip your next meal or start fresh tomorrow. But before you go down that path, take a […]