What if breaking free from compulsive eating isn’t about willpower—but about learning to trust your body again? In this uplifting episode of Hacked to Health, host Joe Steele chats with Helen Bennett, a coach who turned her 20-year struggle with bulimia into a mission to help others. Helen brings her bold, empowering vibe to "food freedom," sharing practical, skills-based strategies that guide binge eaters, bulimics, and emotional eaters toward regaining control and building a healthy, joyful relationship with food. Together, they dive into why restrictive dieting often backfires, simple, actionable ways to tune into your body’s hunger cues for intuitive eating, plus compassionate tricks to tackle emotional triggers without the guilt trip. Helen’s path from hardship to healing is proof that change is possible, offering real hope to anyone feeling stuck. Tune in for an inspiring dialogue that shows transformation starts with honoring your body, not fighting it.
Episode Resources:
https://www.helenbennett.co
https://www.instagram.com/coachhelenbennett/
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction to Compulsive Eating and Emotional Eating
03:48 Helen's Journey: From Struggle to Coaching
06:53 The Impact of Dieting on Eating Behaviors
10:39 Understanding Client Demographics and Challenges
13:28 Defining Food Freedom and Its Importance
16:29 Connecting with Hunger: A Practical Approach
19:47 The Coaching Process: Skills and Mindset
24:51 Unpacking Mental Triggers and Emotional Connections
29:16 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact on Eating Habits
30:26 Listening to Your Body's True Hunger
32:15 The Importance of Individualized Nutrition
35:42 Navigating Meal Preparation in a Busy World
41:33 The Journey to Food Freedom and Intuitive Eating
46:39 Overcoming Skepticism and Building Trust in the Process
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