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EPISODE · Mar 16, 2026 · 15 MIN

Episode 267: How I maintain my weight after 20 years of 30 pound swings

from The Diet Diaries · host Jordana Edelstein

For about 20 years of my life, I gained and lost the same 20–30 pounds.You name a diet, I did it. Always swinging between 2 extremes—being “good” or saying screw it. Round and round I went.But for the last 6+ years, my weight has stayed pretty steady and today I’m talking about exactly why and how I’ve done it: the simple mindset shift that completely changed my relationship with foodwhy I pay attention to protein (without counting grams)the counterintuitive reason I started eating bigger mealsthe movement habit that quietly makes a huge differenceIf you’ve been stuck in the yo yo diet cycle or are constantly going after those last 5-10 pounds, this episode will give you a whole new perspective on the scale. Connect with JordanaFind me on InstagramSign up for my weekly letter with personal stories and nutrition, body image and mindset tipsSchedule a free discovery call to talk more about working together Listen to more episodes of The Diet Diaries

For about 20 years of my life, I gained and lost the same 20–30 pounds. You name a diet, I did it. Always swinging between 2 extremes—being “good” or saying screw it. Round and round I went. But for the last 6+ years, my weight has stayed pretty steady and today I’m talking about exactly why and how I’ve done it: the simple mindset shift that completely changed my relationship with foodwhy I pay attention to protein (without counting grams)the counterintuitive reason I s...

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