Kathy Salata

If you’ve ever felt trapped in the endless cycle of dieting, counting calories, or feeling guilty after eating, you’re not alone. I’ve been there too. The good news? There’s a way out. It’s called intuitive eating, and it’s about reconnecting with your body’s natural signals and learning to trust yourself around food again. Today, I want to walk you through the basics of intuitive eating and how mastering its principles can transform your relationship with food and your body. Understanding...

Have you ever stopped to think about the power of the words you hear every day? The words you say to yourself, the ones others say to you, and even the silent messages you interpret? Words are not just sounds or scribbles on a page. They carry weight. They shape your thoughts, your feelings, and ultimately, your health. When you’re navigating the complex world of diet culture, body image, and disordered eating, the impact of words becomes even more profound. Words can heal, but they can also...

Emotional eating gets a bad reputation—but the truth is, it’s not one single behavior, and it’s not a personal failure. At its core, emotional eating simply means using food to cope with emotions rather than (or in addition to) physical hunger. And it shows up in different ways for different people. Common Types of Emotional Eating You might recognize yourself in one—or several—of these patterns: Stress eating: Eating when you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, or mentally stretched thin. Comfort...