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Sometimes progress starts with unlearning
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Hey Reader, One of the most surprising parts of my work as a dietitian is that while people do come to me for nutrition guidance…but the issue usually is not that they know nothing. Often, they already know a fair amount. Most already know a lot. They know which foods are nutrient-dense. They know which foods they’re “supposed” to limit. They know the meal plans, the tracking apps, the macro targets. They’ve learned a lot over the years. But they’re also exhausted. Because the more rules someone carries around food, the harder eating often becomes. Every meal and snack turns into a decision or debate. Every craving feels like something that needs to be controlled. At some point, eating stops feeling like something natural and starts feeling like something that needs to be managed all day long. And this is where many people are surprised. Progress rarely comes from learning even more nutrition strategies. It often begins with unlearning some of the rules that created the pressure in the first place (from diet culture). Letting meals become simpler. Letting food stop being a test you can fail. Letting eating return to something your body already knows how to do. That shift alone can change a lot about how food feels day to day. -Kat :) P.S. Inside the Unlocked Nutrition & Food Freedom Community, we spend time untangling the food rules many people have been carrying for years and replacing them with calmer, more sustainable ways of eating. If you’re curious what that process can look like, you can learn more about the community here. |
Hi, I’m Kat!
Ideal for individuals aiming to cultivate a healthier relationship with food, our subscribers get insights into balanced nutrition, mindful eating practices, and strategies for enjoying food in a healthy way. Expect nourishing tips and recipes that prioritize wellness over weight.
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