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EPISODE · Mar 31, 2025 · 12 MIN

Should I feel guilty? How calling food bad or unhealthy hurts us

from Life in the Grey · host Mums At The Table

Is food really “good” or “bad”? In this episode of Life in the Grey, we unpack the hidden power of language in shaping our eating habits, self-perception and even how we talk to our kids. We explore how labels influence our choices, the origins of food guilt, and why shifting toward a more balanced perspective matters. Join us as we challenge old mindsets, question the power of words and try to live in the grey. Related links:Article and more information on moralising food labels✨ Ready to be a little kinder to yourself? Download our free 5-day self-compassion challenge—with daily prompts, gentle exercises and tools to help you stop the spiral of self-criticism and start speaking to yourself like a friend. 

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