227. Overeating, Indecision with Food Choices, and “Too Many” Calories as an Intuitive Eater (Q&A)

"Intuitive eating is not about perfectly staying within a calorie number or a maintenance threshold. It is about developing trust with your body and using each eating experience as feedback, not a test of whether you pass or fail."

Have you ever felt like you just can’t stop eating certain foods, even when you’re full? Or maybe you find yourself second-guessing every food choice, worried you’re eating too much as you try to follow intuitive eating? These everyday struggles can leave you feeling stuck in guilt, confusion, and chaos around food.

In this solo episode, I’m answering real and vulnerable questions Rebels sent me on Instagram. These are questions I hear all the time as a Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. From why we overeat “delicious” food, to how to handle food indecision and what it means to “eat too many calories” as an intuitive eater, I’m breaking down myths, normalizing the messiness, and offering practical, compassion-filled tools to help you trust your body again.

You’ll also hear a relatable story from fellow Rebel, Jaimie, who went from tracking every calorie and overeating while on vacation to truly enjoying food and stopping when full. Together, we’ll look at the patterns that keep so many of us stuck, the real reasons eating can feel chaotic, and why permission, structure, and kindness are game-changers on your intuitive eating journey.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why honoring fullness isn’t about willpower and what’s really behind that “can’t stop eating” feeling
• How food rules and restriction actually make overeating more likely, and what to do about it
• Practical tools for navigating indecision and food guilt so eating can feel less chaotic
• The mindset shifts that help you move away from perfectionism with food and listen to your body’s unique needs
• Why occasional overeating is normal (even for intuitive eaters) and how every eating experience is an opportunity to learn
• How to zoom out and look at the big picture of health, beyond any single meal or calorie count

Remember, Rebels - this work isn’t about getting every food choice perfect. It’s about showing up with curiosity, compassion, and a willingness to trust your body one step at a time. Thank you for being part of this community and letting me support you in finding more peace with food. 

Come back next week for another episode and connect with me over on Instagram at @diet.culture.rebel.

Resources:

• Grab the free Honoring Fullness Checklist at DietCultureRebel.com/Checklist to start building a more positive relationship with food.
• View the 5 Social Determinants of Health

Struggling with food, but not sure where to start?

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