Finding your groove in food neutrality is liberating in a world that’s loudly opinionated about what to eat and what not to eat. And the holiday season is no exception for the voices around us and the voice within us to get loud. So, let’s clarify what food neutrality is and isn’t. 

A COMMON MISCONCEPTION:

Food neutrality isn’t about indifference or throwing caution to the wind. People are often skeptical when first learning about food neutrality and picture themselves eating Mickey D’s or cookies for every meal. This fear reveals a common mistrust of ourselves around food, which makes perfect sense given all the messaging of the multibillion-dollar diet industry that profits from keeping you confused.

But food neutrality is about fostering a healthy relationship with food that reconnects us with and respects our bodies’ needs while moving through guilt and anxiety.

MEETS PRACTICAL APPROACH:

This week, I’m leading a client through exploring how embracing food neutrality can enhance her physical and psychological well-being. The practical exercises I use are tailored to each individual’s needs and experiences, ensuring a personalized approach for every person. So, while I can’t share advice on what you can try without knowing your unique situation, I can tell you that the shift that moved the needle for me was tuning into my body’s natural hunger and fullness cues rather than adhering strictly to scheduled meal times or calorie/ macro counts.

One of my favorite parts about coaching is discovering what your liberated approach to eating looks like alongside you. It’s incredible how much food plays a role in our stress, but even more rewarding to watch you take your power back from the food that’s that’s meant to nourish you – body, mind, and soul.