16. But I Can't Stop Thinking About Food

Do you feel obsessed with thoughts of food? In this episode, Stef & Sarah talk about the reasons this may be happening for you -- none of which include being selfish, addicted, or gluttonous! We cover: The role of restriction in food obsession (including the role of ghrelin, the hunger hormone) Food obsession driven by feelings of food guilt, including guilt about not eating “clean” enough Is it food obsession or anxiety? Thinking about food as a way of escaping your thoughts or reality The role of emotional suppression to think about food, and how to access groundedness Connect with the show! Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/lifeafterdietspodcast/ Email – [email protected]   Connect with Stefanie Michele Website – www.iamstefaniemichele.com Instagram – www.instagram.com/iamstefaniemichele Work With Stef - www.iamstefaniemichele.com/application   Connect with Sarah Dosanjh Website – www.thebingeeatingtherapist.com Instagram – www.instagram.com/the_binge_eating_therapist YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBingeEatingTherapist  Sarah’s book I Can’t Stop Eating is available on Amazon