Emotional Eats Podcast: Real conversations about menopause, hormones, emotional eating, and weight loss for women over 40

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  173. Peptides for Women Over 40: What You Need to Know Before You Try Them 14.09.2026 50мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! Peptides are everywhere right now. GLP-1s, BPC-157, growth hormone-releasing peptides, copper peptides. But what exactly are they, and where do they fit into your health as a woman in midlife?  Is it real or a new trend? In this episode, I sit down with Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and peptide-trained practitioner Bria Gadd for a conversation that helped me understand this rapidly growing area of women's health in a completely different way. Bria breaks down what peptides actually are, why women over 40 are becoming so interested in them, and the potential roles they may play in metabolic health, recovery, muscle, gut health, skin, hair, weight loss, and healthy aging. But this conversation isn't about chasing the newest quick fix. Bria explains why nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, metabolic health, and hormone optimization need to come first. We also talk about GLP-1s and food noise, testing before using peptides, cycling, potential risks, sourcing, and why buying peptides from questionable sources can be a very different thing from working with a qualified practitioner and compounding pharmacy. This is one of my favorite points from Bria. Think of your health like a cake. Your foundations are the cake. Hormone optimization is the icing. Peptides and other biohacking tools are the sprinkles. You have to bake the cake first. In this episode, we talk about: What peptides are and how they work in the body Why peptides are getting so much attention from midlife women The health foundations Bria wants in place before considering peptides GLP-1s, metabolic health, insulin resistance, food noise, and weight loss BPC-157, growth hormone-releasing peptides, and GHK-Cu copper peptides Why testing and hormone optimization can matter before starting peptide therapy Safety, cycling, sourcing, compounding pharmacies, and the peptide gray market Why peptides may be a powerful tool for some women, but aren't meant to replace the work you're already doing for your health If you've been hearing about peptides and wondering whether they're something you should explore, this episode will help you understand the conversation, know what questions to ask, and make a more informed decision about what may be right for you. About Bria Gadd Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer, who specializes in female hormones, helping women with weight release and energy gain in pre and post menopause, and finding clarity in hormonal chaos.   After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20's and 30's, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women's ability to get results in their body during their perimenopause years. With more than 15 years of experience in the fitness and nutrition industry, Bria created a proven strategy to dramatically improve the challenges women are experiencing in weight release and energy.   Her podcast The Period Whisperer is a top 1% wellness podcast in the world with an instagram following of over 19,000. Bria has been featured in Fox News, Women's Health and top women's podcasts such as The MidLife Makeover Show to name a few. Connect With Bria Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/   TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@briagadd   Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/bria.gadd/   LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bria-gadd/?skipRedirect=true   Website:  https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/   Podcast:  https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast   If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  172. How to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife and Feel More Alive 07.09.2026 48мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! Maybe it's more joy. More fun. More connection. More freedom. Or maybe you've spent so many years being the mom, the caregiver, the responsible one, the strong one, that somewhere along the way you stopped asking yourself a really important question: What do I actually want? In this episode, Caroline (Caro) de Posada and I talk about what happens when the life you've built looks good on paper, but something still feels off. We get into the guilt that can come with admitting you're not happy with something you think you should be grateful for, the identities you've carried for years, and the fear that can keep you choosing what's familiar even when you know you want something different. We also talk about permission. Permission to change your mind. To break some of the rules you've been living by. To stop waiting until you lose the weight, the kids grow up, work slows down, or everything finally falls into place before you let yourself enjoy your life. And Caro gives us a simple way to start: Notice. Name. Nurture. You don't need to overhaul your life. You need to start paying attention to what's working, what you want, and the next small step that moves you toward it. In This Episode: Why you can lose touch with what you actually enjoy and want How fear, old identities, and people pleasing can keep you stuck Why waiting for the next goal can keep you from enjoying your life now Caroline's simple Notice, Name, Nurture approach How to start noticing and creating more moments of joy and aliveness in your everyday life If you are looking to get back to yourself, this is the episode for you! About Caroline de Posada Caroline de Posada is a bilingual life coach, speaker, and podcast host (Bliss'n Up) who helps high-achievers stop drifting and start choosing a life that sparks joy. As the daughter of renowned motivational speaker Dr. Joachim de Posada, Caroline grew up immersed in the principles of personal development - and became living proof of them. She didn't inherit a philosophy. She built a joyful life on purpose, from a chaotic foundation, and now teaches others to do the same. Her work is not for people in crisis - it's for people with full lives and real success who are quietly going through the motions.   Connect With Caroline Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/carolinedeposada/   YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoJhoKoocIW6FRhZEVJFJwA   Website:   https://carolinedeposada.com/   Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blissn-up-podcast/id1744617669 If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Connect with Kim: Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  171. How to Stop Emotional Eating by Understanding the 4 Emotional Eater Types 31.08.2026 49мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! You know you're not always hungry when you are reaching for the food, but you still find yourself digging into the sugar or food especially at night and wondering, why can't I stop doing this? In this episode, I'm talking with registered dietitian Sherri Clarke, creator of the Four Emotional Eater Types framework, about why emotional eating goes so much deeper than food, discipline, or trying harder. Sherri also shares her own powerful experience with emotional eating and how food became a source of comfort for her long before she understood what was happening. We talk about the patterns you may have learned years ago, why they can still show up decades later, and how getting curious instead of critical can begin to change your relationship with food. In this episode, you'll hear: The four different emotional eater types and how to recognize yourself in them How childhood experiences can shape the way you use food today Why high-achieving, disciplined women can still feel completely out of control around food How IFS can help you understand the "parts" of you that turn to food A simple CBT tool to help interrupt an emotional eating moment How mindfulness can help you pause and ask what you actually need Why willpower may work temporarily but doesn't create lasting change Why healing emotional eating doesn't necessarily mean never eating emotionally again This conversation isn't about giving you more food rules. It's about helping you understand why you're reaching for the food in the first place and what might change when you stop fighting yourself and start getting curious. About Sherri Clarke Sherri Clarke is a registered dietitian with a master's degree and special training in IFS, CBT, and Mindfulness. She's been in private practice since 2013, working exclusively with adults who want to change their relationship with food. She's also the creator of the 4 Emotional Eater Types framework and the Emotional Eater Quiz at sherriclarkenutrition.com. What makes her unique is that she doesn't just treat emotional eating — she's lived it herself.   Connect With Sherri Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sherriclarkenutrition/   YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@sherriclarkenutrition3550   Website:    https://sherriclarkenutrition.com/   Facebook: @sherriclarkenutrition If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives.   Connect with Kim: Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  170. Why You Can't Stop Emotional Eating in Midlife 24.08.2026 35мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! I had been connecting with Maryanna on social media for a while, and somewhere along the way I started listening to her podcast, Take the Turn, with her husband Jay. I really enjoyed their conversations about navigating midlife and all the changes that come with it. So when they asked me to come on and talk about emotional eating, I was extremely honored. And we had such a great conversation. We talked about my own history with emotional and secret eating, why you cannot out-diet emotional eating, and why midlife and menopause can make our relationship with food feel even harder. We also get into sugar cravings and dopamine, perfectionism and people pleasing, blood sugar, slowing down when you eat, and why so many capable women can take care of everyone and everything but still feel out of control around food. Most importantly, we talk about looking beyond what you're eating and getting curious about what is happening before you reach for the food. If you've ever wondered why you know what to do but still find yourself reaching for sugar, overeating, or using food to comfort yourself, I think you'll really enjoy this conversation. Check out the Take the Turn Podcast especially if you are in your 40's and 50's and are navigating all the midlife things. About Take the Turn with Maryanna and Jay A lifestyle and conversational podcast hosted by Maryanna and Jay for Generation X and anyone navigating midlife transitions, health, marriage, and aging parents. Find the Take The Turn Podcast on all platforms. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-the-turn-with-maryanna-and-jay/id1896888344?l=vi Connect With Maryanna and Jay Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taketheturnshow/   YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@TakeTheTurnShow   TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@taketheturnshow   If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives.   Connect with Kim: Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  169. Why You Keep Starting Over With Weight Loss (Especially After 40) 17.08.2026 19мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! I'm so glad you're here. How many times have you said, "I'll start after vacation... after the holidays... when life settles down... when I lose the weight"? The problem is that life never really settles down.  Are you putting off your health and happiness all the time? In this episode, I'm challenging one of the biggest beliefs keeping women stuck: that you'll finally take care of yourself, feel confident, or be happy when the timing is perfect. We talk about: Why waiting for the "right time" keeps you stuck The hidden cost of putting your life on hold How the "I'll be happy when..." mindset steals your joy Why your health habits need to work in your daily and real life, not some perfect life Small, sustainable actions you can start today that are easy How to stop postponing your happiness and start living now because you deserve it Your body doesn't have to hold your life hostage. You don't have to wait until you lose the weight to enjoy vacations, take the picture, wear the clothes, or fully live. Your life isn't the dress rehearsal. It's happening right now. Don't miss out! If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  168. How to Stop Gaining Weight After 40 (It's Not Just Hormones) 10.08.2026 53мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! You think you've been eating healthy. You're exercising. You're doing everything the way you've always been told to take care of your body. So why is your weight still creeping up? Why are your sugar cravings stronger than ever? Why are you exhausted, stressed, emotional, and why you don't feel like yourself anymore? The truth is, your body has changed. The strategies that worked in your 20s and 30s aren't working or even healthy in midlife. In this episode, I sit down with board-certified gynecologist and menopause specialist Dr. Christina Enzmann to talk about what's really happening during menopause. Dr. Christina goes beyond hormones and we explore how stress, blood sugar, gut health, cortisol, inflammation, and metabolic health all work together to affect your energy, cravings, mood, and weight. If you've ever been told your labs are "normal" but you know something doesn't feel right, this conversation is for you. You'll walk away understanding why your body feels different, why the old rules aren't working anymore. You will learn what you can start focusing on instead. In this episode, we discuss: Why the old advice of "eat less and move more" often stops working in midlife The connection between stress, cortisol, and sugar cravings How blood sugar and insulin resistance affect weight, energy, and emotional eating Why gut health and inflammation matter more than most women realize The impact of overexercising and under-fueling during menopause Why your lab work can look "normal" even when you don't feel like yourself Practical ways to support your metabolism and feel more like yourself again About Dr. Christina Dr. Christina Enzmann is a board-certified gynecologist, certified menopause practitioner, and functional medicine physician with more than two decades of experience helping women optimize their health. She combines evidence-based medicine with a root-cause approach to hormones, metabolism, gut and vaginal microbiome health, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. Passionate about empowering women in midlife, Dr. Enzmann helps them understand why they feel the way they do and provides science-based strategies to restore energy, vitality, and long-term health Connect With Dr. Christina Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/doctorchristinaenzmann/   YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@MidlifeResetwithDrEnzmann   Website:  https://drchristinaenzmann.com/   Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/DrCEnzmann   LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/drchristinaenzmann/   If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives.   Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  167. Why You Can't Stop Stress Eating (Until You Slow Down) 03.08.2026 19мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! I'm so glad you're here. Have you ever noticed that you're rushing through everything in your daily life? Your mornings are chaotic. Your conversations are rushed and you really aren't listening or you speak too fast. Your workouts are like cardio with weights. Even your vacations.  Cramming events in and rushing to get back to your normal life. Then, at the end of it all, food becomes the first place you finally slow down.  It becomes your resting place. In this episode, Kim explores a powerful perspective: what if emotional eating isn't just about food? What if the way you eat is reflecting the pace of your entire life?  Binge eating food can equal bingeing life. Kim shares why slowing down feels so uncomfortable, how food can become a temporary escape from stress and overwhelm, and why creating more presence in your day may be one of the most important steps toward healing your relationship with food. In This Episode • Why the way you do one thing is often the way you do everything • How a rushed, overwhelmed life can show up in your relationship with food • Why food often becomes the first place your nervous system finally gets to chill out • The connection between emotional eating, avoidance, and slowing down • Simple ways to bring more presence, peace, and intention into your everyday life Healing emotional eating isn't just about changing what you eat. It's about changing how you experience your life. When you begin slowing down, becoming more present, and creating a life you no longer need to escape from, your relationship with food can begin to change too. If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives.   Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  166. Why You Can't Stop Eating (Even When You Know Better) 27.07.2026 51мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! What if your body isn't fighting you...what if it's protecting you? If you've been dieting for years, wondering why you can't stay out of the food, this conversation may completely change the way you think about weight loss and your eating. In this episode, I sit down with naturopathic doctor, Dr. Andrea Maxim, to explore the deeper emotional patterns that can keep women stuck in cycles of dieting, emotional eating, and weight regain. We discuss the concept of "protective weight," how your nervous system and unconscious beliefs influence your relationship with food, and why lasting change requires more than another meal plan or diet.  It's so much deeper and if you're ready, you can feel in control and empowered. Episode Highlights What "protective weight" is and why your body may be holding onto weight for reasons that have nothing to do with willpower. The connection between childhood experiences, limiting beliefs, and emotional eating. Why so many women feel like they're self-sabotaging and what's really happening beneath the surface. A simple way to understand emotional eating and why food often becomes our go-to coping strategy. What "food noise" really means and why it's so mentally exhausting. How perfectionism, people-pleasing, and poor boundaries contribute to overeating. Why slowing down and creating a pause before eating can help break automatic food habits. The difference between dieting for punishment and making choices from a place of self-respect. How shifting your identity not just your eating habits can create lasting freedom with food. The journey to lasting weight loss and food freedom isn't just about changing what you eat or dieting. It's about understanding why you turn to food in the first place, healing the beliefs that no longer serve you, and creating a sense of safety in your mind and body. About Dr. Andrea Dr. Andrea Maxim is a naturopathic doctor and mindset coach who helps women stop emotional eating and nighttime snacking without another diet. She blends her naturopathic practice with mental-emotional healing, she helps women change the patterns behind the behavior and rebuild a healthier relationship with food. Andrea is big into women's hormones, digestion and releasing protective weight. She's the creator of the 5min Binge Breaker and host of the Vault coaching community. She is the Author of MAXIMized Health, available on Kindle. Connect With Dr. Andrea Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/themaximmovement/   All social media @themaximmovement   Website:  https://www.andreamaxim.com/ If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives.     Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  165. Stop Emotional Eating, Lose Weight, and Learn How to Quit the Right Way 20.07.2026 49мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! You can't understand why you keep getting into the snacks at night so you turn to another diet.  You tun to restriction, food rules, chasing the scale, and quitting when life gets hard. If you've ever wondered why you keep ending up in that cycle, this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm welcoming back Holly Bertone for a conversation that builds on our first interview about emotional eating. This time, we're exploring what comes next. Once you begin healing your relationship with food, how do you create lasting, sustainable weight loss without falling back into the diet cycle?  The one you have been stuck in for years. Holly shares her remarkable journey from working for the FBI to becoming an emotional eating and weight loss coach, and explains how her background in pattern analysis helped her develop a completely different way of looking at lasting change. Together, we talk about why so many women stay stuck, how diet culture has shaped the way we think about our bodies, the role of identity and nervous system regulation, and why real transformation goes far beyond the number on the scale. Listen to the end because Holly shares that there is a way to quit that won't perpetuate the cycle.  Check out Holly's first amazing episode on the show:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/116-how-to-rewire-your-brain-to-stop-emotional-eating/id1686639038?i=1000718298992 About Holly Bertone Holly Bertone is a former FBI Chief of Staff for Counterintelligence, now known as the Emotional Eating Profiler and Coach. She helps smart, successful women break the patterns of emotional eating, ditch diet culture, and prioritize their health so their high-achievement lifestyle NO LONGER CLASHES with unwanted weight gain. Holly is the host of the Weight Loss Forensics Podcast. She's spoken on stages at MIT, the Project Management Institute (PMI), and the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM). Connect With Holly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holly.bertone/   Substack: https://hollybertone.substack.com/   YouTube: https://urlgeni.us/youtube/channel/YTWLFMain    If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives.   Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  164. How to Eat Sugar Without Losing Control 13.07.2026 17мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! Have you ever planned to eat just one piece of chocolate, only to find yourself reaching for more? And then finishing the whole chocolate bar? In this episode, Kim shares a personal story about enjoying one of her favorite treats without guilt, shame, or spiraling into eating 10.  She explains why sugar cravings are often about not really about the food.  The sugar does light up a part of the brain that makes us happy, but what is happening before is really the key to eating less sugar.  Stress, loneliness, overwhelm, and the brain's reward system can make it feel impossible to stop at just one or two.  Those extra pieces or cookies are just helping you numb out. In episode 164, you'll learn practical, realistic strategies to enjoy sugar intentionally while supporting your blood sugar, metabolic health, and weight loss goals.  The best part is eating a treat once in a while without feeling like you have to swear off your favorite foods forever. In this episode, you'll learn: Why sugar cravings are often driven by emotions, not hunger How dopamine and the brain's reward system influence cravings A simple step-by-step approach to enjoying a treat without losing control Why protein and fiber can help stabilize blood sugar before dessert How slowing down, savoring your food, and giving yourself permission to eat can change your relationship with sugar Practical tips to stop one treat from turning into a week of overeating If you've ever felt like sugar has too much control over your life, this episode will help you build a healthier, more peaceful relationship with one intentional choice at a time.    If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  163. Why You Know What to Eat But Still Can't Lose Weight 06.07.2026 51мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! If you've ever found yourself standing in the pantry at night wondering, "Why am I doing this again?" this episode is for you. You know exactly what to eat. You've read the books, followed the meal plans, counted the calories, and started over more times than you can count. Yet you still feel out of control around food and blame yourself for not having enough willpower. What if the problem isn't discipline at all? In this compassionate conversation, Kim sits down with licensed spiritual practitioner, yoga instructor, and coach Stacey Paige to explore the emotional roots of weight struggles in midlife. Together, they unpack how limiting beliefs, nervous system overwhelm, unprocessed emotions, and lifelong patterns can quietly drive emotional eating, even when you know all the "right" things to do. Rather than offering another list of food rules, this episode focuses on helping you better understand yourself while giving you practical tools you can begin using today. In this episode, you'll learn: How subconscious beliefs formed in childhood can shape your relationship with food and your body. The surprising connection between self-worth and self-sabotage. Why emotional eating is often an attempt to soothe stress, grief, loneliness, or overwhelm rather than satisfy hunger. How chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation make emotional eating more likely. The difference between reacting to life and responding to it. Why creating a simple daily mindfulness practice can completely change your relationship with food. How walking, nature, breathwork, and quiet reflection can help process emotions instead of suppressing them. Why true intuitive eating requires more than simply "listening to your body." Practical ways to begin breaking free from lifelong dieting patterns without relying on more willpower. Stacey explains that lasting change happens when we stop trying to fight the behavior and instead become curious about what's driving it. Your emotional eating may be pointing toward something that needs compassion, healing, and attention rather than more restriction. When you begin addressing the root causes instead of only the behavior, everything starts to change. About Stacey Paige Stacey Paige is a licensed spiritual practitioner, yoga instructor, and coach who believes lasting change begins with the relationship we have with ourselves. Rather than pushing harder or relying on willpower, she helps people understand the patterns, beliefs, and protective habits that shape how they move through life. Through mindfulness, nervous system support, and compassionate self-awareness, Stacey guides people toward sustainable inner change so they can feel more grounded, connected, and free to create meaningful lives of their own design. Connect with Stacey Find Stacey on all social media @staceypaigeinspired   Website:  https://www.staceypaige.com/   If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals.
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  162. The Surprising Way to Stop Sugar and Carb Cravings 29.06.2026 32мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! Are you thinking about food all day long? Grabbing something sweet with your coffee? Finding yourself in the pantry at night wondering why you can't stop? You may assume you're to addicted to sugar, lack willpower, or just need more self-control. But what if the real problem isn't the food? What if your body is simply exhausted? In this episode, Kim explores one of the most overlooked causes of emotional eating, cravings, food noise, and weight struggles: sleep. You'll learn how poor sleep affects your hunger hormones, blood sugar, stress response, emotional regulation, and even the reward centers of your brain. If sugar feels impossible to resist after a bad night of sleep, there may be a biological reason why. This conversation is especially important for women in perimenopause and menopause, when hormone changes, nighttime wake-ups, anxiety, and blood sugar swings can make cravings feel overwhelming. In This Episode: • Why sleep deprivation increases hunger and cravings • The roles of ghrelin, leptin, and GLP-1 in appetite and fullness • Why sugar and processed foods become harder to resist when you're tired • The connection between sleep, stress, emotional eating, and food noise • How menopause impacts sleep and cravings • Practical tools to improve sleep and feel more in control around food • Why blood sugar may be one of the biggest keys to better sleep and fewer cravings If food has been taking up too much space in your brain lately, don't skip this episode. It may help you understand what's really driving your cravings and what your body has been asking for all along.   If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals. If you enjoyed the episode, share, download and follow.  I would be so grateful.
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  161. How Your Home Affects Your Mood, Energy, and Happiness in Midlife (And What to Do About It) 22.06.2026 42мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! So many women spend years creating a home around everyone else's needs. The kids. The schedules. The activities. The expectations. But what happens when midlife arrives and life begins to shift? In this thoughtful conversation, Kim Hynes sits down with Kim Costa to explore a question many women don't stop to ask: Does your home still support who you are today? This episode goes far beyond decorating and organizing. Together, they discuss how your environment, community, relationships, geography, and even the energy of your home can impact your happiness, health, creativity, and overall well-being. From empty nesting and menopause to rediscovering yourself after years of caregiving, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on creating a life that truly fits this season of life. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why feeling frustrated, anxious, lonely, or unsettled at home may be a sign that something needs attention The eight key areas of life that influence whether your environment supports you How your home can either drain your energy or help restore it The connection between your physical space and your emotional well-being Why geography matters more than most people realize How relationships, marriage, empty nesting, and midlife transitions can influence where and how you want to live The surprising impact of color, light, clutter, and unused spaces on your mood How to create a home that reflects your true self instead of the image you think you're supposed to project Practical ways to make your current space feel more supportive, even if moving isn't an option How to decide whether it's time to stay, renovate, or make a bigger change Key Takeaways Your home is more than a place where you sleep at night. It can influence your stress levels, your creativity, your relationships, your physical health, and even how connected you feel to yourself. Midlife is often a season of transition. As children leave home, careers evolve, relationships change, and priorities shift, it's worth asking whether your environment is growing with you. Sometimes the answer is a move. Sometimes it's a renovation. Sometimes it's simply creating a small corner that belongs entirely to you. The goal isn't perfection. It's creating a space that supports the woman you are becoming. Because when your environment aligns with your needs, it becomes easier to feel calm, energized, connected, and at home in your own life. About Kim Costa Kim Costa is a REALTOR®, author, speaker, and creator of the Wheel House Assessment. With more than three decades of experience in residential construction, design, and real estate, Kim helps homeowners, especially women navigating midlife and major life transitions, understand whether their home still supports the life they are living now and the person they are becoming. Her work blends real estate, design, lifestyle alignment, and practical decision-making through her Live In Your Wheel House approach. Connect with Kim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kim.e.costa/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-costa-20668137/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kim.costa.923   What is your website? : https://lifestylefoundations.com/   If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals. If you enjoyed the episode, share, download and follow.  I would be so grateful.
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  160. The Weight Loss Mistake Most Women Over 40 Are Making 15.06.2026 29мин

  Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right, but the weight still isn't coming off?  You're trying what the "experts" and influencers are selling and can't seem to see the right number on the scale. In this episode, Kim challenges the idea that weight loss should be the main measure of success for your body in midlife. She invites you into the discussion of why focusing solely on the scale can actually keep women stuck and how shifting the focus to overall health can create lasting results. You'll learn why muscle, blood sugar, sleep, stress, hormones, and daily habits matter so much more than chasing the next diet, product or wellness trend. Most importantly, you'll discover a different way to define success for yourself and your body.  A new reframe that helps you feel better, age stronger, and build a healthier relationship with your body. In This Episode: Why weight loss has become the report card for so many women The hidden ways diet culture shows up in today's wellness world Why focusing only on the scale can cause you to overlook important signs of progress The role of muscle, blood sugar, sleep, stress, and hormones in midlife health Why many women don't need more discipline—they need more support How to shift from chasing weight loss to building true health What health actually looks like beyond a number on the scale When health becomes the goal, weight loss often becomes a side effect. It just happens.  But when weight loss becomes the only goal, it's easy to lose sight of the very things that help you feel your best. This episode will help you focus on what truly matters for long-term health, energy, and freedom around food and your body…and just might lose weight. If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals. If you enjoyed the episode, share, download and follow.  I would be so grateful.
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  159. My interview on the Inspired Wellness Podcast 08.06.2026 52мин

  What if emotional eating has very little to do with food? In this special episode of Emotional Eats, we're flipping the microphone around and sharing an interview originally recorded on the Inspired Wellness Podcast with Michelle White. Instead of me asking the questions, I got the opportunity to share my personal story and dive deep into the real reasons so many women over 40 feel out of control around food, sugar, and overeating. If you've ever wondered why you can hold it together all day but find yourself standing in the pantry at night, this conversation is for you. We talk about the hidden drivers of emotional eating, including hormones, nervous system dysregulation, perfectionism, people-pleasing, stress, childhood conditioning, and decades of dieting. You'll also learn why willpower isn't the answer, why restriction often backfires, and what actually helps women create peace with food and their bodies. This is an honest, compassionate conversation for any woman who feels frustrated, ashamed, or exhausted by the constant battle with food. In This Episode, We Discuss: • My personal journey with emotional eating, secret eating, and sugar cravings • Why emotional eating often becomes more intense during perimenopause and menopause • The surprising connection between hormones, blood sugar, and cravings • Why high-achieving women often struggle the most with food • The difference between emotional hunger and physical hunger • Why willpower and discipline aren't enough to stop emotional eating • How dieting, restriction, and food rules can actually make cravings worse • The role of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and childhood patterns in overeating • Why nighttime eating often starts long before dinner • Practical ways to regulate your nervous system before turning to food • The importance of protein, fiber, blood sugar balance, and movement • How EFT Tapping can help calm emotional eating urges • What to do after a binge without guilt, punishment, or starting over on Monday • Why curiosity creates change far more effectively than self-criticism • How to measure progress beyond the scale • The power of community, support, and healing with other women who understand what you're going through A Few Takeaways You'll Love Emotional eating isn't a character flaw. You are not weak, broken, or lacking discipline. Food often becomes a coping tool when we're overwhelmed, stressed, disconnected from ourselves, or trying to soothe emotions we've never learned how to process. The goal isn't perfection. The goal is awareness, compassion, nervous system regulation, and learning new ways to meet your needs without turning to food If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals. If you enjoyed the episode, share, download and follow.  I would be so grateful.
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  158. How to Enjoy Food and Still Lose Weight During Menopause 01.06.2026 37мин

  In this episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast, we're talking about something so many women struggle with but rarely say out loud… how hard celebrations can feel when you have a complicated relationship with food. Birthdays. Graduations. BBQs. Holidays. Vacations. Family parties. What's supposed to feel fun and joyful can quickly turn into guilt, anxiety, overeating, "starting over Monday," and feeling completely out of control around food. In this episode, I'm sharing why celebrations can feel emotionally loaded for women who have spent years dieting, trying to be "good," or putting pressure on themselves to have more willpower. We're talking about perfectionism, food guilt, emotional eating, and why one weekend of eating differently does not mean you failed. You'll also hear: Why emotional eaters often spiral after celebrations The connection between perfectionism and overeating How guilt actually keeps the cycle going Why celebrations can bring up deeper emotions like stress, grief, loneliness, comparison, and body image struggles What it looks like to give yourself grace without "giving up" Practical ways to feel more grounded around food during parties, holidays, and social events Why you do not need to punish yourself after overeating If you've ever left a celebration feeling physically uncomfortable, emotionally defeated, or promising yourself you'll "be good tomorrow," this episode is for you. You are not meant to spend your life afraid of cake, vacations, holidays, or memories with people you love. There is another way. If you're looking for support around emotional eating, menopause, perfectionism, and learning how to feel more peaceful with food and your body, come join us inside the Cool Girl Collective. You do not have to figure this out alone.   If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals. If you enjoyed the episode, share, download and follow.  I would be so grateful.
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  157. Am I Drinking Too Much in Midlife? How to Drink Less Without Shame or Completely Quitting 25.05.2026 46мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! What if your relationship with alcohol isn't about needing to quit completely, but about understanding why you're reaching for it in the first place? If you are a high functioning woman who deals with a busy life, stress and anxiety and you are turning to the wine to "come down", this episode is for you.  No judgement.  Keep listening to find out how you change the space alcohol is taking up in your life. NOTE:  If you feel like you have a serious problem with alcohol, please reach out to your medical or mental health practitioner and explore programs in your area. In this compassionate and real conversation, I sit down with hypnotherapist Tansy Forest to talk about overdrinking, especially for high-functioning women who look like they have it all together on the outside, but may be carrying stress, anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional exhaustion underneath. We talk about how alcohol can quietly become a coping tool, why moderation is a skill, and how shame often keeps people stuck. This episode also deeply parallels so much of what we talk about with emotional eating. Whether it's wine, food, sugar, or another habit, many of us are not struggling because we lack willpower. We're often trying to soothe, numb, decompress, or manage what feels heavy. If you've ever wondered, Am I enjoying this… or am I relying on it? this conversation offers perspective, hope, and practical tools in a gentle, non-judgmental way. In This Episode We Talk About: • What "overdrinking" really means and why labels can create more shame than support • Why high-functioning, overwhelmed women may quietly rely on alcohol to cope • The connection between stress, nervous system overload, alcohol, and emotional habits • Why moderation is a skill, not an all-or-nothing mindset • How small, sustainable changes can help you build a healthier relationship with alcohol and yourself A Few Powerful Takeaways: • Overdrinking and emotional eating often come from similar roots: stress, overwhelm, coping, and emotional relief • A lapse is information, not failure • Shrinking the significance of alcohol can help create healthier habits • Planning ahead can make moderation feel more realistic and less reactive • Change does not have to be harsh, extreme, or shame-filled This conversation is about awareness, compassion, and learning what may really be underneath the habits we reach for when life feels heavy. If this episode resonated, I hope it reminds you that small changes can create powerful shifts over time.  Make sure to share it with a friend. About Tansy Forrest Tansy Forrest is a UK-based clinical hypnotherapist, author, and wellbeing educator specializing in alcohol moderation, mindset change, and sustainable health. After years working in education, Tansy experienced her own struggle with stress, anxiety, and alcohol. Discovering hypnotherapy was life-changing — not only helping her regain balance, but inspiring her to retrain and help others do the same. Today, Tansy supports people worldwide to rethink their relationship with alcohol, build healthier habits, and live with greater clarity, confidence, and self-trust — without rigid rules or all-or-nothing thinking.   Connect with Tansy https://www.drinklesslivewell.com/www.tansyforrest.com https://tansyforrest.com/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@tansyforrest Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tansy_forrest/ Facebook - @TansyHypnotherapy   If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals. If you enjoyed the episode, share, download and follow.  I would be so grateful.
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  156. How to Stop Stress Eating at Night: A Psychotherapist Explains What Actually Works 18.05.2026 50мин

  Welcome to the Emotional Eats Podcast! Episode 156 is for the you, the woman who holds everything together all day long… and then you find yourself standing in the kitchen at night wondering why you keep reaching for food, sugar, scrolling, or anything that helps you "come down." In this conversation with Dr. Gregory Obert, psychotherapist and mindfulness expert, we talk about what's really happening underneath emotional eating, burnout, overthinking, and the pressure so many high-achieving women like you carry every single day. We get into: • Why women who are successful, capable, and disciplined can still feel out of control around food • What emotional regulation actually means in real life • How chronic stress and "burning hot" emotionally affects the nervous system • The connection between autopilot living, overthinking, and emotional eating • Why mindfulness is more than a trendy buzzword • How guilt and self-judgment keep women stuck in the cycle • Practical tools to become more aware before automatically reaching for food • Why your thoughts are not always facts • Guided meditation for women with busy, racing minds • The power of slowing down, walking, breathing, and reconnecting with yourself One of the most powerful parts of this episode is the reminder that awareness is the first step. Dr. Greg has some amazing tips so keep  listening. Dr. Greg also leads listeners through a calming guided meditation inside the episode, helping you pause, breathe, check in with yourself, and take one small step toward what you truly need…peace. About Dr. Greg Dr. Gregory T. Obert, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and the founder of the Royal Oasis Psychotherapy Institute, where he helps motivated individuals rebuild their lives through evidence based psychotherapy and practical mental performance tools. He has spent more than 15 years working with thousands of clients and currently serves as a staff psychologist supporting trauma and mental health treatment in high pressure environments.    Greg's work focuses on teaching people how to regain control of their attention, emotions, and decision making through concrete mindfulness techniques that work in real life, not just in theory. On podcasts, he breaks down the psychology behind stress, burnout, and identity disruption while offering step by step methods listeners can immediately apply to calm their nervous system and think clearly under pressure. He is also the host of the long running podcast Meditations by Gregory T. Obert, where he translates psychological insight into practical mental training for everyday life. Connect with Dr. Greg Practice Website: https://www.royaloasispi.com/ Podcast Link: https://www.royaloasispi.com/podcast Book: https://www.amazon.com/Man-Bench-Gregory-T-Obert-ebook/dp/B01BQL3YT0 Socials:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorytobert/  https://www.instagram.com/drgtobert/ https://x.com/DrGTObert   If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals. If you enjoyed the episode, share, download and follow.  I would be so grateful.
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  155. How to Stop Emotional Eating: The Tool You Didn't Know You Needed 11.05.2026 51мин

  Why do so many smart, capable women feel completely out of control around food?  This is why…if emotional eating were just about food, you would have solved it by now. In this honest and hopeful conversation, Kim sits down with Mehek, founder of the Kahani app, to talk about what so many women quietly live with every single day: food noise, binge eating, emotional eating, perfectionism, shame, overcontrol, and the exhausting feeling of "holding it together". This episode opens the door to a new way of dealing with disordered eating and emotional eating that is personal and works in your real life. This isn't another conversation about calories, macros, tracking apps, or trying harder. It's about finally understanding the emotional patterns, unmet needs, stress, pressure, past experiences, and nervous system responses that drive behaviors around food in the first place. Mehek shares the deeply personal story that inspired her to create Kahani, an AI-supported app designed to help women process emotions, interrupt destructive patterns, and feel supported in real time, especially during the moments when food becomes comfort, escape, numbness, or control. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is the reminder that healing is not about becoming a different person. It's about reconnecting with yourself, understanding your patterns with compassion and grace, and realizing it is never too late to change the story (listen to hear how Kahani got its name). Kim also opens up personally about her own history with disordered eating and emotional eating, making this episode feel less like an interview and more like a real conversation you would have with a friend. You'll hear: Why emotional eating is rarely about food or willpower Why high-functioning women can still feel completely out of control with food How perfectionism, people-pleasing, stress, and unmet emotional needs show up in eating behaviors How Kahani uses AI in a deeply personalized and human-centered way Why traditional tracking apps often miss the emotional root of eating struggles The connection between emotional eating, boundaries, self-trust, and nervous system overwhelm How personalized support can help interrupt binge or emotional eating cycles in the moment Why recovery and healing are not linear Real stories and breakthroughs from women using the app This episode also highlights something so important: women do not need more shame, more restriction, or another diet. Women need support that helps them feel seen, understood, emotionally safe, and connected to themselves again. If you've ever felt exhausted by food thoughts, frustrated that diets haven't "fixed" things, or confused about why you keep returning to the same patterns even when you know better, this conversation will likely feel very personal and give you hope. About Mehek Mehek Mohan is the CEO and Co-Founder of Kahani Health, a women's high-EQ companion designed to help women navigate food struggles, body image, emotional eating, and recovery with more compassion, awareness, and personalized support. She graduated from Stanford Business School and UC Berkeley with a degree in Molecular and Cell Biology. Prior to founding Kahani, Mehek worked at Genentech, where she became one of the youngest product managers leading key AI initiatives. Her passion for combining emotional wellness, behavioral health, and technology was inspired by both personal experiences and witnessing the challenges women face in finding support that feels truly human and individualized. When she's not building Kahani, Mehek loves spending time in New York and San Francisco exploring new restaurants and music venues. Connect with Mehek + Kahani Website:  https://getkahani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kahanihealth/ Download the Kahani App:  https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kahani-health/id6753591231 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehekmohan/ If This Episode Resonated With You Please follow the Emotional Eats Podcast, download this episode, and share it with a woman in your life who struggles silently with food, body image, binge eating, or emotional eating. These conversations matter. And if you're looking for ongoing support and connection, make sure to check out the Cool Girl Collective, Kim's community for women over 40 navigating emotional eating, menopause, hormones, cravings, and learning how to nourish their whole lives. Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals. If you enjoyed the episode, share, download and follow.  I would be so grateful.
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  154. How to Lose Weight in Menopause (It's Not What You Think) 04.05.2026 51мин

  You're doing everything you used to do in your 20's and 30's… and it's not working anymore in your 40's, 50, and 60's. The scale keeps creeping up. Your midsection feels different. It feels thick and hard.  Your cravings are worse than ever. You still think the answer is to lose more weight. But what if that's not actually the goal?  What if you are not being told the real story about weight loss in midlife? In this episode, we're breaking down the truth about weight loss in midlife and why chasing the number on the scale may be the very thing keeping you stuck. If you've been feeling frustrated, confused, or like your body is working against you, my conversation with you will help you finally understand what's really going on and what to do instead. Think healthy over skinny. What you'll learn in this episode: Why the scale is only one small data point and often the most misleading one The real difference between fat loss and weight loss (and why it matters more than ever in menopause) How hormones, stress, and blood sugar are quietly driving fat storage and cravings The biggest mistakes I made with food, exercise, the scale and mindset that kept me stuck What actually works to support fat loss, metabolic health, and feeling good in your body again If you've been chasing weight loss and not getting results, this episode will help you shift your focus, understand your midlife body, and start moving in a direction that actually works for this phase of life. Connect with Kim: Join the Cool Girl Collective 👉 Click Here to Join:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Emotional Eats Podcast: Emotional Eats Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emotional-eats-podcast-end-emotional-eating-weight/id1686639038 Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth   Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep.   Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only.  Always consult with your medical practitioner before changing habits.  This podcast is not to take the place of medical or mental health professionals. If you enjoyed the episode, share, download and follow.  I would be so grateful.