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Posts by Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin
Have you ever felt like you’re constantly walking on eggshells, trying to please someone who seems impossible to satisfy? Toxic relationships can make us feel trapped and powerless, pushing us to seek comfort in unhealthy ways. We might stuff down our emotions by eating chocolate, downing a pint of Ben & Jerry’s, or ordering pizza.Think about the times you've turned to food after a heated argument...
1/23/2025 5:00:00 AM
As the holiday season winds down, many of us reflect on the past year and contemplate New Year's resolutions based on weight loss and fitness. Yet studies show that most such resolutions fail within a few months and only 9 percent of people keep their resolutions. This year, why not take a different approach by embracing unconventional strategies?Here are five unique resolutions designed to create...
1/15/2025 5:00:00 AM
Binge eating is a complex issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Most feel shame about their compulsion and seek relief through diets and willpower. Yet the most effective strategy to create lasting change is to identify and process what’s eating us instead of focusing on food. It’s not about willpower, but about why-power.According to the National Institute of Mental Health, binge eating...
12/11/2024 5:00:00 AM
Motherhood is one of life’s most meaningful experiences, it’s also exhausting. Moms give so much of themselves—time, energy, love—that they often end up running on empty. In this article, we’ll explore five foods moms turn to when they’re depleted—and look at the deeper emotional cravings behind them so you can take care of yourself in ways that go beyond food.1. Chocolate – A Quick Lift. When energy...
11/12/2024 5:00:00 AM
Chocolate, known as the “food of the gods,” is a popular craving. Its rich flavor, smooth texture, and melt-in-your-mouth sensation are hard to resist. But our love affair with chocolate goes beyond taste. To overcome chocolate cravings, let’s understand the various factors—biological, psychological, and cultural—that fuel our desire for this sweet treat.Understanding Chocolate CravingsChocolate cravings...
9/21/2024 11:04:30 AM
Have you ever been unable to stop eating pasta or reaching for more cake? It's not about lacking willpower or control—often, it's about trying to fill an emotional void with food. Let's delve into why we crave specific foods when we’re not physically hungry...Emotional Hunger and Filling FoodsWhen we experience loneliness, boredom, or a lack of purpose, we often turn to food, specifically, filling...
8/12/2024 2:59:03 PM
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