Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Why do we reach for snacks when we’re not hungry? And how can we stop the cycle of emotional eating without guilt?

In this episode of the InstructorLive Podcast, host Austin Wilks is joined by registered dietitian Maxine Palmer to talk all things emotional eating, from identifying triggers to building a healthier relationship with food.

💬 In this episode, we cover:

Emotional vs. physical hunger

Common triggers like stress, boredom, and fatigue

How hormones and poor sleep affect cravings

Practical techniques to break the cycle

Tips for managing emotional eating during menopause

How to regain control without extreme diets

🎧 Whether you’re navigating your own emotional eating habits or supporting others, this episode offers insight, empathy, and expert-backed tools to help you feel more in control.

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