In this episode you'll hear:
- Brittany and Lauren talk about all things Halloween- the candy, the guilt, and the narrative around Halloween sweets. They share their favorite sweets, what it was like growing up to consuming Halloween treats and why there is so much fear around Halloween candy? (1:47)
- Why do we feel more in "control" when we restrict and/or binge on certain foods? Brittany shares her story of orthorexia and why Halloween was always the time to "cut" out sugar and candy (4:45)
- How anxiety ties in with food restriction and certain holidays. Brittany and Lauren discuss the narrative around diet culture and holidays and its message of "controlling" yourself. (10:42)
- What we are exposed to when we are children impacts our thoughts as we grow up. Brittany shares how even the smallest message, like eat your vegetables, can develop into anxiety where a kid no longer trusts themselves to eat or control themselves around food. (16:55)
- Brittany and Lauren discuss some things that you can do leading up to Halloween that can make you feel more neutral around food. (20:06)
- Remember that certain foods like candy, cupcakes, and chocolate are not there to enhance your nutrition, rather they're there to enhance satisfaction, and enjoyment in life. (25:03)
Connect with Brittany & Lauren:
Brittany's IG: @nofoodfears
Brittany's Website: https://www.brittanymodellrd.com/
Lauren's IG: @loandlemons
Lauren's Website: https://laurenrd.com/
