Portion Control and Intuitive Eating

If your shoulders live in your ears… If your low back is constantly tight… If you feel like your body is shrinking forward as you age… It’s not just stress. It’s not just aging. And it’s not because you’re doing something wrong. In this episode, I sit down with somatic educator Kristen Jackson to unpack why your nervous system may be holding onto tension patterns you didn’t even realize you had — and how learning to release instead of force can change everything. We cover: • What somatics actually is (in plain English) • Why your posture keeps coming back • Why “more rows” isn’t always the answer • How tension becomes habitual • What it really means to reset your body If you’re tired of trying to fix yourself — this episode is your permission slip to try something different. Connect with Kristin at https://www.thinksomatics.com/ Connect with Tobi at https://eatingisalifestyle.com/

Many people believe emotional eating is simply a matter of willpower. But emotional eating is often connected to something deeper — the nervous system.   In this episode of the Eating as a Lifestyle Podcast, registered dietitian Tobi Page talks with trauma resolution practitioner Dr. Pawan Bareja about how the nervous system, stress, and trauma can influence eating behaviors.   You’ll learn why emotional eating isn’t just about food or discipline, how stress responses can shape our relationship with eating, and why traditional diet approaches often fail to address the real issue.   Understanding the nervous system can help us approach emotional eating with more compassion — and more effective solutions.   In this episode:   • Why emotional eating isn’t a willpower problem • How the nervous system influences eating habits • The connection between trauma, stress, and food • Why dieting doesn’t solve emotional eating • A more compassionate way to understand your relationship with food   Links to Pawan's upcoming workshop and course: Resilience: Working with Trauma, Cultivating Aliveness 📅 March 28–29, 2026 (online via Zoom) https://spirit-rock.secure.retreat.guru/program/resilience-working-with-trauma-cultivating-aliveness-pb1m26/   Resilience and the Open Heart: Somatic Practices for Everyday Stress This is a 6-session course that teaches somatic and mindfulness practices to regulate the nervous system and build resilience. https://courses.spiritrock.org/sp/resilience-and-the-open-heart-somatic-practices-for-everyday-stress/ Learn more about Dr. Bareja here: https://www.spiritrock.org/teachers/pawan-bareja  

Author of Courageously Authentic, Brenda Hukel, talks about the journey her book takes the reader on. Beginning with where you are at today, with all the experiences you've had, and finding your inner light so you can shine brighter in the second half of your life. Brenda's messages are validating and empowering. Get Brenda's book on Amazon and find her at BrendaHukel.com Thank you for listening, Tobi from Eating is a Lifestyle

Sarah Jones and her husband live in their RV full-time and they rarely eat in restaurants. She says, "I'm usually disappointed because I can make something better for a lot less."  Sarah is a Jill-of-many-trades, but one of those is how to make the most of our food dollars. This doesn't always mean finding the cheapest item or even spending less at the grocery store. What it does mean is that you feel good about what you have brought home and know it is a good value.  Our conversation today goes beyond budgeting and gets to the heart of our food expenditures. Thanks for listening! Get Sarah's digital Recipe Books here- https://keepingupwiththejonesesfc.com/Food

Tobi walks through the 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating and talks about how they work with the idea of "portion control," weight loss's most difficult challenge in our modern world. 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating Balance your Big 4 for the best way to manage portions without counting, measuring, or tracking; try making a Big 4 Grain Bowl

Dr. Kelly Kessler shares her journey to finding her authentic self. Technically trained as a Physical Therapist, Dr. Kelly uses her knowledge of the mind-body connection to help high-achieving women heal from self-abandonment. Connect with Dr. Kelly at http://www.optimalyouhealthandwellness.com/ Connect with Tobi at eatingisalifestyle.com Join the Facebook Group No More Diets facebook.com/groups/nomorediets  

Whether you are over 50 or over 80, you need strength to continue to do the things you love. Janine Tiede understands the psychology of getting, and staying, motivated to move your body to stay fit and flexible for life. She offers some tips for getting started and getting over those initial hurtles that have kept you from enjoying a sustainable exercise routine. All of her programs can be found at WinWithYoga.co and you can find her on Instagram like I did, here. Connect with Tobi at Eating is a Lifestyle  

From early signs of menopause and diabetes, to heart disease and high blood pressure, your dental hygienist can save your life. Stephanie Butler, RDH, EPP shares how she helps patients connect the dots to uncover possible serious diagnoses. Follow her, Dr. Brannen, and the rest of the team at Lake Grove Dental  Email Tobi and join her at Eating is a Lifestyle on Instagram and Facebook

Tonya Yanok, the "TMI Doctor", is a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic floor therapy. This wildly under-discussed topic has brought relief to so many women who were desperate to relieve their pelvic pain or incontinence. Tonya talks about the simple things we can do, and not do (ahem, kegels?) to maintain a strong and healthy pelvic floor.  Find Tonya at TMIDoctor.com Connect with Tobi at eatingisalifestyle.com or on Facebook or Instagram

I found Sadie on Instagram @sadiehitskynutrition and immediately loved what she had to say about diet and IBS.  Listen in as we talk about the "practical & tactical" and the misconceptions of IBS. We talked about a few misconceptions and what doctors should do with your questions. Follow Tobi @eatingisalifestyle on Instagram and Facebook