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“As long as you're engaging in healthy habits for your body, fueling your body in a good way, doing any movement that you love, we know that you're healthy; and that can look different in lots of different sizes.”   Are we obssessing over the speed of our metabolism more than we should? Does our metabolism really slow as we age?   In today's conversation, Cassie is joined by Elaina Efird RDN, CD, CEDRD, CSSD, an eating disorders specialist dietitian who practices in Burlington, Vermont as the Lead Dietitian at the Kahm Clinic. Elaina's mission is to help people attain optimal health using effective and technologically sophisticated treatment methods. She has expertise and long term experience in treating eating disorders and disordered eating patterns using metabolic testing and body composition analysis.   Elaina prides herself on helping people understand their own bodies while motivating them to reach healthy goals. Elaina explains how metabolic testing is used to measure how many calories someone is burning to see if they are burning more or less than they should.   Elaina goes on to explain how eating disorders and disordered eating can impact your metabolism and reminds us that when a person is underfed, they are more likely to use their lean mass  (muscles, brain, organ tissue, etc.) to fuel the body.    Whether you're curious to learn more about how your body works or you want to learn how to optimise your metabolism, we urge you to give this conversation a listen.   You can find more from Elaina on Tiktok and Instagram    Episode Highlights: Dietitian’s definition of metabolism The impact of calorie restriction on our metabolism Debunking common diets How to increase your metabolism if it's slowed down The relationship between weight and health The long term consequences of dieting How to measure your metabolism   Are we friends yet? Come and say hi! Instagram  Tiktok      Book your FREE Discovery Call and let's reclaim your power around food, together!  

“We can only really achieve intuitive eating when we are embodied. ”   If you're stuck in an endless cycle of dieting and food obsession, you are not alone.    In today's episode, Cassie and Ariana talk about why diets are so seductive and steps you can take to achieve food freedom and body confidence   Episode Highlights: How does Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) work and why do you need it  What is THRIVE and who will benefit from it What to do if you are unsure about joining a group programme Sneak Peek of THRIVE from Weeks 1 to 12 Your questions answered Doors close soon. Once you're thrivin', you're thrivin' for life!   Claim your seat in THRIVE  BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL with Cassie or Ariana

“Your resistance to the thing you're most afraid of is actually causing you MORE pain than experiencing fear itself"   Today's guest, Meg McCabe, founder of the Recovery Collective, sits down with Ariana to discuss the power of community and why support groups are a constructive coping mechanism on your healing journey.    Episode Highlights: The key turning points during recovery The Power of Community and how The Recovery Collective was created The Benefits of Social Connectedness   Are you ready to besupported by like-minded people who understand your food and body struggles?    Join THRIVE today   Book your free discovery call  with Cassie or Ariana   Sign up to our exclusive weekly newsletter

Are you ready to see a change in your life, to feel free and move away from food controlling your life?   In today's episode of Nourishing Thoughts, Ariana and Cassie will help you reframe how you invest in yourself, and how moving away from dieting will save you money and time.   Episode Highlights: - The average woman diets for 14 years. Don't be one of them! - The concept of fear and how to use fear as your resource - Limiting beliefs holding you back from food freedom, body confidende and self love  - Get your hands on a copy of Brianna Wiest's book here    For more support, head to our website to book your free discovery call and learn more about:   - Private 1:1 coaching programme - THRIVE group coaching programme   It's time to thrive in a life of food freedom and body confidence!  

“You're not broken. You're beautiful and lovable just as you are.”   In today’s episode of Nourishing Thoughts, we are joined by Dr. Natalie Chua, a Clinical Psychologist, Meditation and Yoga Teacher, and Certified Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Teacher.   Dr Chua’s approach to eating disorder recovery is embodied, relational, collaborative and holistic. She works sensitively with her client's cultural and social backgrounds, with careful consideration of the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual factors that contribute to who they are and how they experience the world.   She combines evidence-based treatments with the expressive arts, and contemplative and somatic practices such as self-compassion, mindfulness, and yoga.   In today's episode, Dr Chua will share her experience with an eating disorder as well as her journey to recovery. She will also explain the importance of self-compassion and it’s fundamental role in healing.    Episode Highlights: Anorexia Nervosa and its effects at a young age Understanding the ‘Metaphor of the Log’ by Dr. Anita Johnston How trauma gets stored in the body and how to release it   What is Self Compassion? Examples of Self Compassion Practices   Mind, Body, and Spirit Connection +  Significance in Recovery To connect with Dr Chua please go to her website or follow her on instagram: Website: www.theinnerconnection.co  Instagram: @drnataliechua Are we friend yet? Connect with us on Instagram  Download our freebies at https://embodyhealthlondon.com/freebies/ Join the THRIVE waitlist  

Imagine if... You felt confident and empowered around food without the fear of losing control You felt supported by like-minded people that understand how you feel in your food and body struggles You no longer felt guilt or shame for eating your favourite foods You loved and connected deeply to your higher self with an unwavering sense of self worth In today's episode of Nourishing Thoughts, Ariana and Cassie guide you through a visualisation and the three key cornerstones you need for body confidence, food freedom and self love.  Highlights: Guided visualisation: Relish, reflect and begin to visualise your dreams! Body confidence and food freedom: Is it possible for me? Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): What is it and how does it work? Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Cultivating well-being and vitality Explore Nutrition Science: What does the science actually say? Are you ready to finally THRIVE in a life of food freedom and body confidence?  Get On The Waitlist   

In today's episode of Nourishing Thoughts, Ariana is joined Jhaynane Sung who is a holistic nutritionist, reiki practitioner and third generation healer. Make your self a cup of tea and get snuggly on the couch as we explore heart-healing practices in today's chat. Episode Highlights: The role of breathwork, meditation and energy work to heal your relationship with food The role of a mindfulness-centered approach in Jhaynane's life as she began her own binge eating healing journey Inner child work and shadow work  Are we friends yet?  Instagram  TikTok Get started on your food and body healing journey with our free resources You can learn more about Jhaynane on her website: https://www.moonlotusco.com

Most of us experience loneliness at some point or another in our life and it can feel hard to take steps to combat loneliness.  In today’s episode of Nourishing Thoughts, Ariana and Cassie discuss Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 and this years theme of loneliness. They share personal stories of feeling isolated and lonely and leave you with their top tips to take action today.  Highlights: Weekly catch up with Cassie and Ariana The distinction between loneliness and being alone How connecting with nature benefits our mental health Tips to manage loneliness Why community matters so much — and how to find your tribe “There's no shame in needing additional support, mental health is fluid it's ever changing, and at some points in our lives, we may need support just like we would need a physio if we had a physical injury, we sometimes need additional support” - Ariana Tune-in now and remember this podcast is your safe space to grow, heal and stay curious.  Are we friend yet?  Connect with us on: Instagram  Tiktok Website Freebies Do you have an episode request? Email us [email protected]

Dr Nicky Keay, BA, MA, MB, BChir (Cantab), MRCP is a sports and dance endocrinologist with extensive clinical and research experience. In today's episode, Cassie and Dr Keay discuss everything you need to know about your hormones and how to optimise and maintain your hormone health. “Respect your hormones, your hormones are there for you. They're personal to you. So treat them nicely, and they will serve you well" Highlights: What is hormonal health? Female hormone mapping What is hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA)? What is relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S)? Is it advisable to exercise when recovering from HA and RED-S? All you need to know about fasted exercise, cortisol, and more! To learn more about Dr Keay, please visit her website or clinic for more  Are we friends yet? Instagram Tiktok Have a question or episode request? Please email us [email protected]  

“Homesickness is real and we do need connection.” - Ariana Have you ever felt isolated, vulnerable or trapped? In today’s episode, Cassie and Ariana talk about The Power of Connection –  and how important our support system is when healing our relationship with food. Are you enjoying the show? Share it with a friend who might need to hear this too!  Highlights: Living the Authentic Life The Importance of Human Interaction A Challenge for YOU, YES YOU! What power does connection hold? Thrive Tribe Experience +  Support Group: Coming this May! COMPASSION: How it contributes to your WINS in life Interpersonal Connection and The Power of Community Are we friends yet? Connect with us! Instagram TikTok www.embodyhealthlondon.com Question, feedback or episode request? Please email [email protected]  

Is our breath the most underrated tool to increase energy, alleviate anxiety, calm our nervous system, boost immunity and improve focus? We think it might be! In today’s episode, Ariana speaks with James Dowler about the physiology of breathwork and how to use your breath to heal trauma and empower meaningful behaviour change. They explore what happens in the mind, brain and body when you bring conscious awareness to the breath. Inhale fully and exhale completely because this episode is going to blow you away! Have a question or episode request? Let us know at [email protected] Connect with us on instagram Tiktok Pinterest You can learn more about James via his Instagram breathewithjames

Do you ever find your self trying to suppress those uncomfortable and icky feelings that come up for you?    In today's episode, Cassie and Ariana talk about emotional resilience, the benefits of feeling all emotions and how to make friends with them. They then end off this bite size episode with a short and sweet guided meditation for you to come back to at any time! Be sure to save this episode and share with a friend you think may benefit from it too.   Connect with us on instagram Tiktok Pinterest