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This week on The Less Stressed Life, we’re talking about breaking free from diet culture and rebuilding trust with your body. Clinical psychologist, registered dietitian and fitness expert Dr. Supatra Tovar shares how stress, restriction and shame disrupt hunger cues and what it really takes to feel safe, nourished and whole again. If you’ve ever struggled with emotional eating, body image or the pressure to do it all, this empowering episode offers practical tools and a fresh perspective on food, health and healing.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Why dieting fails and how your body fights back
- How restriction leads to stress, brain fog and binge cycles
- What hunger hormones are really telling you
- How to reconnect with true hunger and fullness cues
- The surprising reason moms and high achievers ignore their needs
- A simple daily “vitals” check-in to support your energy and mindset
ABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Supatra Tovar is one of the only clinical psychologists who is also a registered dietitian and certified fitness expert, uniquely combining behavioral psychology, nutritional science, and exercise to help clients reduce stress, heal from disordered eating, and improve overall wellness. She is the founder of ANEW (Advanced Nutrition and Emotional Wellness) and creator of the “Deprogram Diet Culture” method, available as both a course and book. A sought-after speaker and media expert, Dr. Tovar draws from over 20 years of experience to help others make simple daily changes that transform mindset, relationships, and health.
WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://drsupatratovar.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsupatratovar
Book - Deprogram Diet Culture: https://www.anew-insight.com/book
Course - Deprogram Diet Culture: https://www.anew-insight.com/course
✨Dr. Tovar's FREEBIES: https://www.anew-insight.com/freebies
WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
SPONSOR:
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