#2 – Why You Feel Out of Control Around Food (It's Not What you Think!)

Why You Feel Out of Control Around Food (It's Not What You Think) In episode two of Body and Belonging, Dietitian Jamie explains that feeling “out of control” around food is real but often isn’t a lack of discipline; it can be your nervous system and survival brain seeking quick relief when you’re stressed, exhausted, underfed, or lacking a felt sense of safety. She describes how cravings for carbs, sweets, or comforting foods can be an attempt to regulate through quick energy, sensory input, and dopamine, and warns that shame, punishment, and rigid fixes miss important context. Jamie invites listeners to practice curiosity by reflecting on what was happening before a difficult food moment and asking what they needed, aiming for awareness so food isn’t the only coping tool. Use this link to join the email list and learn exactly what to do when cravings hit!