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Emotional Eating Unwrapped

Alana Kessler
Emotional Eating
Weight Loss
Mindfulness
Self-Care
Body Image
Mental Health
Triggers Of Emotional Eating
Cortisol
Ozempic
Coping Mechanisms
Self-Discovery
Self-Worth
Body Positivity
Body Confidence
Body Neutrality
Scarcity Mindset
Stress Management
Epigenetics
Skin Health
Integrative Dermatology

Alana Kessler, MS, RD, once looked high-functioning on the outside while privately battling emotional binge eating. Everything changed when she stopped trying to control food and began healing her nervous system. From emotional safety—not restriction—she ended the cycle and lost 40 pounds without dieting. Emotional Eating Unwrapped shows how overeating and cravings come from stress, perfectionism,... more

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Emotional Eating Unwrapped (Sober Eating Podcast)

In this episode, Alana explores the connection between emotional eating and how you show up in your relationships. What feels like a food issue is often a deeper pattern of overthinking, emotional de... more

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Emotional Eating Unwrapped (Sober Eating Podcast)

In this episode, Alana explores the often-overlooked connection between sobriety from alcohol and the sudden rise of food-related struggles that many people experience afterward. She explains why rem... more

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Emotional Eating Unwrapped (Sober Eating Podcast)In this episode, Alana explores the pattern she frequently sees in high-functioning women who appear capable, successful, and put together on the outside but feel disconnected from their bodies interna... more

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Emotional Eating Unwrapped (Sober Eating Podcast)

In this episode, Alana explores the often misunderstood cycle connecting body dysmorphia, disordered eating, and binge behavior.

Many people understand parts of this pattern. They know restriction c... more

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Kristin McGee
Renowned Pilates and Yoga Instructor, known for her work with Peloton and MTV Yoga
Peloton
Episode: How to Restart Your Wellness Journey After Losing Momentum with Kristin McGee (Peloton Yoga)
Alexa Cawley
Marketing Agency Owner and longtime friend of Alana Kessler, instrumental in the development of Be Well by AK.
Her own marketing agency
Episode: From Diets to Discernment: The Sober Eating Method Explained
Sophie Jaffe
Intuitive transformational coach and founder of Philosophie Superfoods
Philosophie Superfoods
Episode: Achieving Food Freedom Through Mindful and Empowered Choices with Guest Sophie Jaffe
Kristen Arnett
Healthy beauty lifestyle expert
Episode: Redefining Beauty Standards and Reclaiming Self Worth with Kristen Arnett
Dr. Kristi Tompkins
A naturopathic doctor, functional medicine practitioner, and business coach with a focus on women's health and mind-body medicine.
Episode: The Power of the Mind/Body Connection For Confidence & Eating Changes with Dr. Kristi Tompkins
Dr. Jen Haley
Board certified integrative dermatologist, nutrition and fitness expert
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Episode: Breaking Free from Perfection Through Nutrition with Dr. Jen Haley
Jes Gordon
Event producer, designer, author, and mentor
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Episode: Making Empowered Eating Decisions and Belief Systems for Your Body + Mind with Jes Gordon
Jen Cayle Gaum
Professional makeup artist and founder of two makeup lines, positive beauty expert with over 20 years of experience
Episode: Using Makeup to Enhance, Not Conceal The Inner You with Jen Cayle Gaum
Samantha Brown
A New York-based wardrobe stylist who works with a diverse range of clients, including celebrities and everyday individuals.
Samantha Brown Style
Episode: The Self-Image and Body Confidence Journey with Celebrity Stylist Samantha Brown

Host

Alana Kessler
Host of Emotional Eating Unwrapped

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • Best podcast on emotional eating!

    I used to be an emotional eating coach, and I love Alana’s approach. She’s so good at zeroing in on the problems and solutions that most people who struggle with food and eating can’t see. She explains everything so well, and her approach is thankfully not a diet. She provides common sense advice without being preachy or shaming. So many weight loss coaches claim to be anti-diet, yet they tell you what to eat and when, require planning out everything a day ahead, etc., With Alana’s approach, you... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AllThingsCreat
    United States3 months ago
  • So very grateful

    I discovered this podcast only a few months ago through Alana’s Sober Eating Movement and I am so thankful that I did. I am learning so much from listening to these episodes. I feel that I now have a better understanding of my struggles, I am beginning to hold less shame and I am learning to have a bit more compassion towards myself. I love Alana’s gentle and warm approach, while still being to the point about emotional eating and how we can often stay stuck. She explains things in a way that is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmieeT15
    Australia3 months ago
  • New Listener, Long Time Struggles with Overeating

    I’m a new listener who’s struggled with emotional overeating for a long time, and this podcast gave me exactly the kind of food for thought I didn’t know I was missing. It helped me rethink what it actually means when I eat out of boredom or stress, without shame or extremes.

    The way Alana talks about these patterns feels grounded and relatable, not preachy. I also checked out the tools on her website and they helped me slow down and really look at my habits in a new way. This podcast has genu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bo1997_
    United States4 months ago
  • This podcast is a gift!

    Alana’s podcast has been such a gift in my life. As someone who has been through my own weight loss journey and struggles with body image, discovering her Sober Eating Method and listening to her insights has been truly transformative. Alana brings such honesty and compassion, sharing from her own experiences in a way that feels both relatable and empowering.

    Through her episodes, I’ve learned to build strengths I didn’t even know I needed—like setting and holding healthy boundaries, and becomi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Renana S
    United States8 months ago
  • Alana is extraordinarily insightful

    I have been on a 50 year journey of emotional eating and have tried and read most everything out there. Alana’s words and insights have me finally understanding what is going on inside me! Her calm spirit and conversational clarity is like shining a bright light on my long suffering, confusing and often dark overeating journey.

    She is a gem!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lamblady
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners feel understood and supported on a difficult topic like binge eating and body image.
The host explains nervous system regulation in a relatable, actionable way.
Shows deep empathy and practical tools for changing eating patterns without shaming listeners.

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#212
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The Hidden Link Between Food and Relationships
Q: What practical steps can someone take before attending a social event to avoid feeling excluded or FOMO in relation to eating?
Enter social situations with the intention of connecting with people, ground yourself beforehand, and remember that nourishment can be social rather than food-based; rules about food create a sense of exclusion, so focus on alignment with higher personal goals instead.
The Hidden Link Between Food and Relationships
Q: How does overthinking in relationships relate to emotional overeating, and can you share ways to interrupt that cycle?
Overthinking and emotional overeating share a common root in attachment styles and a need for resolution; interrupting the cycle involves creating new neural pathways, developing boundaries, and grounding practices that reduce reliance on food for coping.
The Hidden Link Between Food and Relationships
Q: When something feels off in my personal relationships, why do I immediately turn to food, and is this tied to energy drains in social interactions?
Yes, it often serves as a quick energy reset, and the pattern is connected to how energy is spent in relationships; the solution is to build energy management strategies and reframe how we recharge—without defaulting to food.
PCOS, ADHD, Depression and Hunger — What’s Actually Going On? // Q & Alana Series Part 2
Q: I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and now I'm questioning a lot of things about my hunger and cravings. How much of this is my body versus how much is me not managing my food well?
PCOS can affect insulin and hunger cues, potentially creating a real physiological basis for hunger fluctuations. While you may benefit from professional guidance, understanding that hormones play a significant role helps separate body-driven signals from purely behavioral choices, and flexible guidelines can help manage eating without guilt.
PCOS, ADHD, Depression and Hunger — What’s Actually Going On? // Q & Alana Series Part 2
Q: I have ADHD and eating is very out of sight, out of mind for me. I'll realize late in the afternoon that I haven't eaten all day. What's going on there?
ADHD can affect attention and routine, making meals easy to overlook. Practical steps include using timers and establishing reminders to eat, plus collaborating with your neurodivergent traits to design a sustainable eating pattern rather than fighting against them.

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A compassionate, science-informed show exploring how stress, emotions, and nervous system regulation influence eating habits. Episodes frequently address cravings, hunger signals, and the psychology of bingeing, offering practical tools to reframe relationships with food without dieting. A standout trait is the host's focus on nervous-system regulation, compassionate self-talk, and sustainable habit changes, making it feel approachable for listeners seeking long-term peace with eating and body image. The format blends expert insight, personal stories, and actionable strategies, with guests and topics that emphasize mindfulness, hormone and metabolic factors, and real-life applicability.

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2. Alexa Cawley
3. Sophie Jaffe
4. Kristen Arnett
5. Dr. Kristi Tompkins
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7. Jes Gordon
8. Jen Cayle Gaum

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