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Why You Should Stop Labeling Foods As “Good” And “Bad”
Have you ever eaten a piece of cake and immediately thought, “I was bad for eating that”? Or praised yourself for choosing a salad because it was the “right” choice? If so, you’re not alone. We live in a world where food is constantly labeled as either “good” or “bad,” and these labels often determine…
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5 Must-Read Books About Intuitive Eating in 2025
Intuitive eating is a self-care practice embodying instinct, emotion and rational thought. Although its main focus is, obviously, eating, it also teaches us a gentle, helpful approach to fitness, body image, and wellness in general.In a world full of diets and diets disguising as “lifestyles”, intuitive eating is an antidote, offering a compassionate, flexible path…
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Mindful And Sustainable: How to Embrace Plant-Based Eating In 2025
I remember visiting family after many years apart. It was an exciting occasion filled with joy and anticipation. Naturally, the visit was accompanied by a celebratory lunch. A week before our trip, we discussed the logistics—where to park, their address, and, then, the most important question:“What kind of meat do you eat, Nina? What kind…
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5 Worst Health Myths You Should Leave Behind in 2025
As the New Year is rapidly approaching, we’re all taking time to reflect on last year, noticing what went well, what we achieved and what would we like to achieve in the next year.Often, at least some of our New Year goals are related to health. Unfortunately, oftentimes the health related goals aren’t truly healthy…
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Intuitive Eating During the Holiday Season: A Guide to Enjoying Food and Celebrations Without Guilt
The holiday season is a time of joy and connection. We get to spend wonderful time with our loved ones, reconnect with friends and family we may not see often during the year, and enjoy lots of gifts – and delicious foods we mostly don’t prepare throughout the year. However, it can also bring stress,…
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30 Quick and Joyful Health Tips That Go Beyond Diet Culture
In a world full of diet culture, health has often been narrowly defined by weight loss, strict food restrictions, and rigid fitness routines. We’ve been taught that wellness means avoiding entire food groups, resisting cravings, or even obsessing over “superfoods” and expensive supplements. We hear that achieving health requires enduring intense workouts and embracing harmful…
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Can You Lose Weight with Intuitive Eating? Here’s What You Need to Know
A question people often ask: Can intuitive eating be used for weight loss? It’s a topic filled with misconceptions, partly because some professionals use intuitive eating terms like “no diet” or “no restrictions” as a guise for promoting dieting. I’ve literally seen people on social media promote “intuitive weight loss”—let me make it perfectly clear,…
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Gentle Nutrition Tips for Balanced Health: Nourishment Without Restriction
On your journey towards balanced health, “gentle nutrition” is a refreshing and sustainable approach that invites nourishment without imposing restrictions. Unlike diets, gentle nutrition focuses on adding nourishing foods in a way that works with your natural preferences, without labeling certain foods as “good” or “bad.” This approach prioritizes enjoyment, flexibility, and, most importantly, a…
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The Ultimate Black Friday and Christmas Gift Guide for Health, Beauty, and Wellness
As the holiday season approaches, the spirit of giving is in the air, and there’s no better time to start finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones. Black Friday deals and Christmas wish lists are the perfect opportunities to bring joy into someone’s life. But let’s not forget one important person who also deserves…
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5 Signs You’re Ready to Stop Dieting and Embrace Intuitive Eating
Breaking free from chronic dieting and making peace with food is a journey, and the timeline for healing can be different for each individual. For some, it may take a few months; for others, years. At its core, this isn’t just about changing the way you eat – it’s about changing your entire relationship with…
Nina Kaufmann 