Tag: foodfreedom
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Why Eating Feels Harder at the End of the Day
A lot of “lack of self-control” happens at the end of the day. We’re talking about the late night snacking, overeating, and the regret that comes with these decisions. What if your body genuinely has a harder time making choices when you’re doing so? What if this isn’t a personal failure, but a sign of…
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Why You Feel Out of Control Around Food After Work
By Suren Chiu, RDN, LDN Imagine coming home after a long day. You drop your bag and suddenly find yourself in front of the fridge. Wondering, “Why am I eating like I haven’t seen food all day?” The last thing you want to think about is what to eat. You pick take out. Eat way too much. Sleep.…
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What Is Food Anxiety? How to Find Peace with Food and Know When to Seek Help
Written by: Suren Chiu, RDN, LDN If you’ve ever felt anxious before eating, overthought every bite, or second-guessed whether a meal was “healthy enough,” you’re not alone. Many people experience food anxiety. This is a persistent stress or fear related to food choices, eating situations, or how food might affect their body. While some mindfulness…
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Why You Feel Out of Control Around Food (and How to Find Balance)
By Suren Chiu, RDN, LDN If you’ve ever thought, “What’s wrong with me? I just can’t control myself around food,”—you’re not alone. So many of my clients come to me feeling frustrated and defeated, convinced they lack willpower. But here’s the truth: feeling out of control around food isn’t about willpower at all. It’s about…
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Practical Tips for Stress-Free Eating on Hectic Days
Written by: Suren Chiu, RDN, LDN You’ve got back-to-back meetings, your phone won’t stop buzzing, and the last thing you want is to waste mental energy wondering if your lunch was “healthy enough.” But for many busy professionals, every food choice feels like a mini negotiation: Should I eat this? Will I regret it? Was…
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Is Your Hectic Schedule Fueling Food Shame? Here’s What to Do
Written by: Suren Chiu, RDN, LDN Picture this: You sprint from meeting to meeting, skip lunch because you’re “too busy,” and then find yourself inhaling takeout at 9 p.m. Later, the guilt kicks in.“I should have eaten healthier. Why do I keep doing this?” If this feels familiar, you’re not alone. A hectic lifestyle often…
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Why Emotional Eating Isn’t Bad
Written by: Suren Chiu, RDN, LDN Have you ever reached for a snack not because your stomach was growling, but because you were stressed, bored, or just needed a little comfort? If so, you’re not alone. That’s called emotional eating, and it’s something many of us do. Here’s the truth: emotional eating isn’t “bad” or…
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Orthorexia: When Healthy Eating is No Longer Healthy
Written by: Suren Chiu, RDN, LDN Healthy eating is often esteemed. We tend to think more highly of peers who eat “healthy.” Like those who with a colorful plate, eat rounded meals, and avoid the high fat high sugary foods. But can this habit ever go too far? The answer is, yes. It can. When…
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How to Stop Negative Self-Talk Around Food
Written by Suren Chiu, RDN, LDN Have you ever caught yourself thinking: “I was bad for eating that,” or “I don’t deserve dessert because I skipped my workout”? We’ve all been there. Standing in front of the fridge or finishing a meal, and suddenly that little voice creeps in. “I shouldn’t have eaten that.” Or…
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What Is Diet Culture—and How Does It Affect the Way We Eat?
Written by Suren Chiu, RDN, LDN Diet culture is woven into our everyday lives to the extent that it goes unnoticed. From social media trends to casual conversations about “good” or “bad” foods, diet culture shapes how we think about eating, our bodies, and even our self-worth. But what exactly is diet culture, and how…