#82 – Story Session: From Panic to Peace: Melissa's Food Freedom Journey

The Midlife Feast

October 16, 2023 ∙ 33 mins
Episode 83

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When I did an open call in our Midlife Feast Community for anyone who was willing to do a story session, I was thrilled when long-time member Melissa jumped at the chance to share her story. She shares how she has transitioned from lifetime member of Weight Watchers and all the tracking, measuring, and counting that came with it, to enjoying the freedom of being an intuitive eater.

Melissa also shares her hard-earned wisdom of why we can’t rush the process of un-dieting and why it requires practicing self-compassion at every step. She shares why how she can enjoy a whole piece of cake (instead of 4 bites for 4 points) and she shares the sheer delight she finds in indulging in real coffee creamer each morning.

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The Midlife Feast

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83

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October 16, 2023

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33 mins
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    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! In this episode, weight-inclusive endocrinologist, Dr. Gregory Dodell joins me as we continue the conversation we’ve started on the podcast (with Val Schonberg and Danielle Bubblitz) about managing diabetes in midlife Dr. Dodell emphasizes that diabetes doesn't discriminate based […]

  • #84 – On the Menu: Your Questions About Menopause & Nutrition (Part 1)

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to the first of a series of bonus episodes of The Midlife Feast, where we're flipping the script! Today, I’m in the hot seat and my podcast manager, Dee-Anna (who just turned 40) will be asking some of […]

  • #83 – Managing Alcohol & Emotional Hunger in Midlife with Emma Gilmour

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Have you ever taken a moment to press pause just before you reach for your favourite salty snack, sweet treat, or glass of wine when a strong feeling bubbles to the surface? It’s a very human thing to “emotionally […]

  • #82 – Story Session: From Panic to Peace: Melissa's Food Freedom Journey

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! When I did an open call in our Midlife Feast Community for anyone who was willing to do a story session, I was thrilled when long-time member Melissa jumped at the chance to share her story. She shares how […]

  • #81 – Unlocking the Joy of Creativity in Midlife with Meryl Cook

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Midlife is notorious for bringing burnout, but I’d like to flip the script and propose it's actually the perfect time to rediscover joy in midlife! To help us, I’ve invited my friend Meryl Cook to share her passion for […]

  • #80- Movement for More in Midlife with Jamie Carbaugh

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! When you hear the word “exercise”, what’s the very next word that comes to mind? Pain? Sweat? No thanks?  It’s incredibly common to make these associations with movement because we’ve been conditioned to believe that unless we are miserable, […]

  • #79 – Finding Food Freedom with Diabetes with Danielle Bublitz

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! When it comes to the diabetes conversation, have you ever felt like common sense was the missing ingredient? If so, you’re 100% correct. The fear-based messaging like “you’re just one donut away from diabetes” indicates how out of control […]

  • #78-Filtering the Fear of Insulin Resistance in Menopause with Val Schonberg, RD

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Are you convinced that with your welcome to midlife and menopause letter, you’re also doomed to develop insulin resistance? It’s not much different from believing that every pregnant woman will also develop gestational diabetes. Is it possible? Sure. Does […]

  • #77- Season 4: How to Press the Easy Button on Midlife & Menopause Nutrition

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you’ve been around here for a season or two, you know that I’ll never be in favor of taking anything off the menu when it comes to nutrition- with one exception: information overload. These days, the problem with […]

  • #76- Food Is Not Medicine & Other Ways to Lower the Bar

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Wondering why in the world would a naturopathic doctor and dietitian would suggest that food is not medicine. It’s a great question and one I wanted to tackle for the last episode of season 3. There’s no doubt about […]

  • #75 – Navigating the Messy Middle of Midlife with Ann Douglas

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Midlife is the ultimate “messy middle”, isn’t it? But when we take time to listen to our bodies, get comfortable with not having control, and surround ourselves with authentic community, there are a lot of gifts to discover in […]

  • #74 – Heeding the call for change in midlife with Kate Codrington

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Have you ever noticed that as you embrace midlife, you discover this newfound ability to stop doing all the things that just don’t serve you anymore? Isn’t it fantastic? My guest today Kate Codrington is joining me to help […]

  • #73 -Midlife Un-dieting Q&A with Amanda Bullat, RDN

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Today I have a very special treat for you in this Q&A session with Registered Dietitian Amanda Bullat, who (*spoiler alert*) I am thrilled to announce will be joining us as a regular expert resource in the Midlife Feast […]

  • #72-Story Session: Un-dieting from wellness culture in midlife

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you’re navigating any stage of midlife right now, there’s a good chance wellness culture has made an impact on your relationship with food. While the principles of wellness culture tote the appearance of supporting your physical health, the […]

  • #71 – Sleep solutions in midlife with Dr. Leigha Saunders ND

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Along with hot flashes, sleep challenges in midlife and menopause can take a toll on your well-being. If you have struggled with sleep in midlife you know firsthand that the lack of sleep makes normal daily tasks feel very […]

  • #70- From dieting rock bottom to intuitive eating: 3 common mistakes

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! While you may be 1000% sure that spending the rest of your life on a diet is NOT the life for you…have you ever found yourself  thinking that the path to becoming an intuitive eater doesn’t feel all that […]

  • #69 – How to Un-Diet Your Relationship with Movement in Midlife with Christine Chessman

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If movement had zero impact on your body size, would you still choose to move? If the answer is no, then I encourage you to join me and Christine Chessman in this episode to learn why joyful movement is […]

  • #68 – Got Buff Bones? How to improve your bone fitness & reduce your fracture risk with Rebekah Rotstein

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! In honor of Osteoporosis Awareness Month,  I’ve invited movement educator Rebekah Rotstein to shed light on the topic of bone health. It’s incredibly common to avoid thinking about the strength of our bones until later in life, which might […]

  • #67 – Hot Flashes 101: Can you eat to beat the heat?

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you’ve begun your menopause journey, you’ve probably had to deal with hot flashes by now. When they first start, they can certainly take you by surprise, especially since the experience of them can vary a lot from person […]

  • # 66 – Story Session: How lived experience in menopause changed this dietitian's practice with Tracy Kelly

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! When you’re looking for a medical provider in midlife, finding someone who is committed to listening, staying curious, and staying up to date on research are just some of the top priorities. But when you can find a woman […]

  • #65- The impact of movement on your bone health in menopause with Niamh Daly

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! You probably already know that protecting our bones in midlife and beyond is a top priority. The problem is that like much of the health information we’re exposed to it doesn’t always translate into practical how-to strategies. Instead, it […]

  • #64 – Diet-proof your children with Amelia Sherry

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! What memories do you have of diet culture as you were growing up? If you’re like many parents in our community, there’s a good chance you’d like to spare your children from these experiences altogether. That’s why I invited […]

  • #63 – Story Session: Jen's story of premature ovarian insufficiency

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! While you would probably guess that the average age of women going through menopause is between 51-52, you might not know that approximately 1% of women go through menopause prematurely before age 40. In today’s story session, I am […]

  • #62 – How to 'do less' and 'be more' in midlife with Wendy McCallum

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Midlife can be one of the most overwhelming seasons of life. It honestly feels like everything you are responsible for is a non-negotiable. But if you’re feeling like everything in your mind and body is pointing towards burnout, then […]

  • #61- Feasting with gentle nutrition in midlife with Rachael Hartley, RD

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you’re burnt out on dieting, you’re probably interested in exploring a concept we talk about a lot around here: gentle nutrition. While most people are eager to get to the “good part” when learning to eat intuitively, gentle […]

  • #60 – Beating the brain fog of menopause

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! While you may have expected many of the physical symptoms of menopause, the one that might really take you by surprise is brain fog. If you find daily tasks a real slog, you’re struggling to focus, or just forgetful […]

  • #59 – Menopause, movement and body image with Dr. Maria Luque

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! When it comes to movement and exercise, how do you define what “counts”? Are you tempted to think that exercise has to be miserable if it’s going to have an impact? If so, you’re definitely not alone, and today’s […]

  • #58 -Rest to Reset: Redefining rest and self-care with Suzy Reading

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Rise and grind. No pain, no gain. You snooze, you lose. The overuse of phrases like these is why we’re so damn tired. Rest is not a reward for productivity. It’s a need, and it’s critical for us to […]

  • #57- Story Session: What this therapist wants you to know about making midlife meaningFULL with Alli Spotts-De Lazzer

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you’ve found the Midlife Feast to be a helpful or refreshing community of women, there’s a good chance you’re on a journey of redefining your relationship with food. Whether you are just starting or years into it, each […]

  • #56: 8 things I wish I'd known about perimenopause before my last period

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! As many of you already know since I shared it on Instagram, I  recently celebrated my 1-year menoversary. It’s officially been one year since my last period, which also means I’m now in post-menopause. Having taken the time to […]

  • # 55: Raising the red flag about eating disorders in midlife with Val Schonberg RD

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Midlife is often when the toll of a decade (or more) of time spent trying to lose weight through dieting sets in. And what follows is a new sense of panic, driven by the idea that if you haven’t […]

  • #54: You are not broken: Debunking myths about sexual & reproductive health in menopause with Dr. Kelly Casperson MD

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! You are not broken. Can I say it -maybe shout it again? We’ve just all been silently suffering and floundering alone when it comes to reproductive health in menopause. Thankfully doctors like my guest today, author Dr. Kelly Casperson […]

  • #53 – When mental health meets menopause with Dr. Stephanie Bayliss ND

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Have you ever wondered "what the hell is happening" with your mood in midlife? Trust me, you're not alone.  And, as Dr. Stephanie Bayliss ND explains, there's a window of vulnerability in midlife that makes anxiety, depression and PMDD […]

  • #52 – Story session: Making sense of menopause media with Ann Marie McQueen.

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! In this story session, I talk to Ann Marie McQueen, a Canadian health and wellness journalist living and working in the Middle East and going through the peri/menopause transition. In June 2020, Ann Marie founded Hotflash Inc to provide […]

  • #51 – How to get diet culture out of your house with Jenn Messina RD

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! When you know better, you do better. And if you're like many of the women in midlife I talk to, your desire to move away from diet culture may be in part motivated by your desire to change things […]

  • #50 – This is not your mother's menopause and other thoughts on midlife.

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! As I get ready to mark my 1-year meno-versary, I reflect on some of the ways that our generation's experience of menopause is different than that of our mothers and grandmothers, including how we talk about it, how we […]

  • #49 – The Un-Dieters Guide to Holiday Eating

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Not sure how to manage holiday eating as an intuitive eater? Tune into this quick episode and learn how to stay mindful and intuitive this holiday season. I share some of my best advice for leading with satisfaction and […]

  • #48 – Straight talk about menopause with Amanda Thebe

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Amanda Thebe is a Fitness and Women’s Health Expert with nearly thirty years of experience in the fitness industry and is the author of the Amazon best-selling book, Menopocalypse. As a menopause coach and fitness expert, Amanda is well-known […]

  • #47: Why changing your body isn't the body image fix you're looking for with Kristina Bruce

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! When body changes show up in midlife, we often default to thinking that our bodies are the problem.  But does losing weight, or changing our body, actually help us build a better body image? That's exactly what Kristina and […]

  • #46 – What happens when we stop dieting and move through the stages of un-dieting?

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Un-dieting and intuitive eating can feel like exploring another planet, so in this episode, I'll walk you through the 3 stages of un-dieting, including the "messy middle" where so many people get stuck, and what it feels like when […]

  • #45 – Breast cancer and nutrition myth-busting with Tamar Rothenberg, RD

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Nutrition is top of mind in any discussion related to cancer, but it can feel overwhelming trying to wade through the information and misinformation that's out there!  My guest this week is Tamar Rothenberg, MS, RDN, a registered dietitian […]

  • #44 – What women in perimenopause need to know about iron deficiency with Maryann Jacobsen, RD

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Iron deficiency is by far the most common nutrient deficiency among women, but the chances of being low in this VIP mineral increase in perimenopause. And as Maryann Jacobsen RD and I discuss, you don't have to be clinically […]

  • #43 – What happens when PCOS meets midlife? with Julie Duffy Dillon

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! My guest today is Julie Duffy Dillon, a registered dietitian who helps people with PCOS navigate nutrition and health from a non-diet perspective. As Julie and I discuss, PCOS often gets ignored as menopause comes along and period problems […]

  • #42 – When melatonin and sleep hygiene aren't enough to help you sleep through the night in perimenopause with Sarah Wilde

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Most women notice changes in sleep as they transition through perimenopause, and many go to great lengths to be able to fall asleep, and stay asleep, more easily. In this episode, Sarah Wilde introduces us to CBTi, and how […]

  • #41 – What's missing from most conversations about menopause nutrition?

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! In this solo episode I talk about what I think are 3 "missing ingredients" from most conversations about menopause nutrition, and  introduce you to The Midlife Feast Community membership. Learn more about The Midlife Feast Community membership here – […]

  • #40 – Is it stress or is it perimenopause with Dr. Fionnuala Barton

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Perimenopause and the symptoms of stress can overlap quite significantly, especially when it comes to mood, sleep and energy. And as Dr. Barton and I talk about in this episode, that overlap puts some women at a disadvantage when […]

  • #39 – What every woman needs to know about cholesterol, heart health and menopause with Dr. Alex Verge, ND

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Did you know that globally, cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death in women? Research suggests that 1 out of 2 women don't, and this conversation with Dr. Alex Verge ND about cholesterol, heart health, and menopause is […]

  • #38 What's on the menu for season 3? And my big surprise!

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to season 3 of The Midlife Feast! In this episode, I share some of the highlights from my first year of podcasting, what you've told me you want more of, and what topics are on the menu this […]

  • #37 Just say no to Keto, especially in midlife.

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! This is it, the episode so many of you have requested! In this solo episode, I break down the science of keto, why it does more harm than good, and I end by sharing my own personal story with […]

  • #36 Story Session – When midlife rocks the foundation of your relationship with food and your body

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to this week's story session episode with Lisa, who discovered food freedom and body confidence in midlife after a lifetime of dieting. Lisa shares her experience with meno-rage, how she discovered intuitive eating after a last-ditch effort to […]

  • #35 Fertility after 40 with Dr. Jordan Robertson ND

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Today's episode of The Midlife Feast may not be of interest to everyone, but it's an important conversation to have as many women often find themselves trying to conceive after 40.  And the hormonal changes that are happening in […]

  • #34 Story Session – What happens when menopause comes early and ahead of schedule

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! This week's episode is a story session about Lindsay's experience of going into menopause at 42, and what she'd like others to know about her experience. While perimenopause is often missed, or misdiagnosed for several years, it's even more […]

  • #33 How to ask your doctor for healthcare instead of weight-care with Dr. Maggie Landes MD

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Even if you're not on an anti-diet journey, you're going to want to listen to this episode with Dr. Maggie Landes MD. We talk about her cancer diagnosis and how her journey convinced her to break up with the […]

  • #32 Day 5: Midlife Un-Dieting Miniseries – What menopause nutrition looks like as an un-dieter

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! In today's final episode, I'm ending the Midlife Un-Dieting Miniseries by talking about what happens when un-dieting meets menopause nutrition, and how gentle nutrition can help you make peace with food and meet your health and nutrition goals by […]

  • #31 Day 4: Midlife Un-Dieting Miniseries – Why you can't rush gentle nutrition

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to Day 4 of the 'Midlife Un-Dieting Miniseries. Have you ever tried to write an essay about a book after having skipped the middle and gone right to the end? If so, then you know that the ending […]

  • #30 Day 3: Midlife Un-Dieting Miniseries – Why we need to say 'yes' instead of 'no' with food

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to Day 3 of my Midlife Un-Dieting Miniseries. You've probably heard mindset described in relation to goal setting before, but today's episode isn't about staying focused on your goal, or how to adopt a "winning" mindset. It's about […]

  • #29 Day 2: Midlife Un-Dieting Miniseries – 3 beliefs you need to un-diet in midlife

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to Day 2 of the Midlife Un-Dieting Miniseries.  and today we're digging into 3 common beliefs you need to un-diet to have a more peaceful relationship with food. I break down why you can let go of the […]

  • #28 Day 1: Midlife Un-Dieting Miniseries – Why weight loss may not be the goal you're after

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to my 5-day miniseries on Un-Dieting in Midlife. Today is day 1, and in this short episode I'm talking about why making your nutrition goals primarily about weight loss may be keeping you from what you're really looking […]

  • #27 Story Session – When perimenopause makes a crash landing with Amanda Bullat, RDN

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Perimenopause often shows up at a time in our lives when there's a lot going on. Work and family obligations may be expected life demands, but navigating the loss of a parent and a spouse's major health concerns may […]

  • #26 Understanding cultural meno-rage with Mona Eltahawy

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Meno-rage: IYKYK. But why does it happen? Who do so many women from all walks of life relate to this volcano of anger? Is it just hormonal? Or is is cultural? Mona Eltahawy is my guest this week, and […]

  • #25 Redefining strength in midlife and menopause with Dr. Maria Luque

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! We've all heard the advice about strength training in midlife and menopause, but not everyone knows why it's so important, or how to create a relationship with strength training that fits into your life. And like most things related […]

  • #24 Story Session – Why midlife is the perfect time to "start anywhere" with Crystal Garrett

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! This week's podcast is a bit different than most of the "story sessions" I've done before. Like me, Crystal was bitten by the midlife creativity bug and she wants to inspire you to "start anywhere" too! Crystal Garrett is […]

  • #23 Cooking with Phytoestrogens in Menopause with Fiona Staunton

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Beans and lentils are a midlife gal's best friend, and not just because they're a source of phytoestrogens! They're versatile, tasty, and a great source of fiber and protein.  But if adding them into your regular diet has been […]

  • #22 Why sleep is so elusive in midlife with Dr. Leigha Saunders ND

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you're one of the estimated 40-60% of women who experience sleep changes in perimenopause or menopause, you're going to want to tune in to this episode! We discuss why sleep changes so much as our hormones change, why […]

  • #21 Story Session – How to feel less alone when perimenopause starts earlier than expected

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! This story session shares Cherie's story of going into perimenopause in her mid-30s, earlier than anyone was expecting. Cherie shares how she felt when her medical provider dismissed her concerns, and how she's had to expand her support circle […]

  • #20 Redefining personal style in midlife with Dacy Gillespie

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Is your closet filled with clothes that no longer fit your body today? Do you wear styles that society has deemed "flattering" to your body, or do you allow your personal aesthetic to define your wardrobe? Dacy Gillespie is […]

  • #19 What's really feeding you in midlife? with guest Sara Smeaton

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! This episode is for anyone who has ever felt trapped by the "shoulds" and is starting to ask themselves "what do I actually want and need" at this stage of life? Sara and I talk the pleasure deficit of […]

  • #18 What to expect when you're not expecting perimenopause & menopause – The family edition

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! I'm kicking off season 2 of 'The Midlife Feast' with an episode for the family and friends of anyone who is in perimenopause and menopause. It's a mix of a bird's eye view of the hormonal changes at play, […]

  • Season 2 trailer!

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Season 2 launches on March 7th!  And I've got lots of amazing guests and topics to bring to you this season including how to talk to your partner and family about perimenopause and menopause, sleep solutions, the importance of […]

  • #17 Week 5 – Finding Joy in Movement with Gill Whelan

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Is exercise something you mainly do to burn calories? Or do you enjoy moving your body because it feels good? If your exercise routine exists only as part of a calorie in/out equation, you'll want to listen to how […]

  • #16 Week 4 – Practical Self-Compassion in Midlife with Henny Flynn

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Do you find it hard to be kind to yourself when you notice the changes that come with midlife? Or feel trapped in a body that seems to have a mind of its own? Listen and learn from Henny […]

  • #15 Week 3 – Clothing & body confidence with Dacy Gillespie

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! How do you get dressed in the morning? What determines what you buy? Function or flattery? Dacy Gillespie joins me for week 3 of the 'Non-Diet Resolution Challenge and talks to us about challenging the beliefs we hold about […]

  • #14 Week 2 – Challenge your beliefs about alcohol with Wendy McCallum

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to Week 2 of the Non-Diet Resolution Challenge. This week's guest is Wendy McCallum, burnout and alcohol coach and she's here to challenge your change around alcohol. Even if you're already doing "dry January", have a listen and […]

  • #13 Week 1 of the Non-Diet Resolution Challenge – How to "Add-In" Gentle Nutrition

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Happy New Year!  Welcome to the 2022 Non-Diet Resolution challenge! I kick off the challenge by talking about the concept of gentle nutrition, and how it can guide us to eating intuitively with intention. Listen in, and then check […]

  • #12- Don’t be fooled – Challenge your change with a non-diet resolution

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Tired of making new year's resolutions that fail? Learn why they fail, and how to avoid falling into the diet trap in January. Challenge your change with this year's non-diet resolution by learning how to stay out of all-or-nothing […]

  • #11 – Food, Mood & Menopause and the meno-rage connection

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Got meno-rage? Those moments of white-hot anger that erupt before we even understand what's happened? Join me for this quick solo episode and learn why changes in estrogen and progesterone affect our emotional filter, and how food (especially our […]

  • #10 – Why hormone testing isn't the crystal ball we want it to be with Dr. Jordan Robertson ND

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Dr. Jordan is a Naturopathic Doctor, author, and podcasterwho is taking women's health research and making itmore accessible for the everyday woman. Her mission is tocreate confident women's health consumers and helpwomen learn to take care of themselves and […]

  • #9 – Story Session – Reclaiming the 'life' in midlife after a lifetime of dieting

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! It's time for another story session, and Erin's story about reclaiming her life after turning 40 is sure to inspire you. She shares about the moment she realized that she wanted more out of life than diet culture could […]

  • #8 – De-bunking HRT with Dr. Annice Mukherjee.

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Is hormone replacement therapy (HRT) everything it's cracked up to be? Who should (and shouldn't) use it? When, and for how long? Do the benefits outweigh the risks? These are just a few of the questions I cover in […]

  • #7 – Why 'burnout' is the new midlife crisis for women

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Burnout amongst women in midlife is on the rise, and for good reason.  We're juggling all the balls, and even though we  feel like we're "handling it", our ability to cope with the chronic demands of life may not […]

  • #6 – Why satisfaction matters in midlife

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Have you ever wondered why you feel hungry all the time? Or can't stop eating even after you're full? Or maybe you feel like you have a handle on nutrition, but think that portion control is your "problem?" If […]

  • #5 – Story session – What happens when your relationship with food unravels in midlife?

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! In this episode of The Midlife Feast, you'll hear from a woman whose entire belief system around food crumbled in midlife. Listen to her story of unravelling, and the steps she's taking to rebuild a relationship with food for […]

  • #4 – Is "real" body confidence possible? And what does look like?

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Body confidence often feels like the final frontier for many women, and sometimes it can feel impossible.  What does real body confidence look like? And what can women in all bodies start (and stop!) doing to feel good in […]

  • #3 – Is pleasure the missing ingredient in midlife?

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Feel like something is missing in midlife, but can't quite put your finger on it? Niamh Daly believes that pleasure is a missing ingredient in midlife and talks to us about how accessing the little pleasures in life can […]

  • Part 1: The Hormone Soup of Midlife

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Have you ever wondered "is this perimenopause or am I going crazy"? If so, then this is the episode for you.  I break down the hormone changes at the root of why everything feels, and looks different when we […]

  • Part 2: The Hormone Soup of Midlife

    What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! On today's 'Midlife Feast' menu is what to expect as you enter perimenopause and wait to cross the "finish line" at menopause.  Can you be in perimenopause if you haven't missed a period? Tune in to find out. Looking for […]

  • Symptoms of Breast Cancer (YouTube Video #389)

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The Midlife Feast

Welcome to The Midlife Feast, the podcast for women who are hungry for more in this season of life. I’m your host, Jenn Salib Huber, dietitian, naturopathic doctor and intuitive eating counsellor. Each episode “brings to the table” a different perspective, conversation, or experience about life after 40, designed to help you find the “missing […]

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