In this eye-opening episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Tricia Nelson—an emotional eating expert, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author—to uncover the hidden causes of food cravings and emotional eating, especially during menopause. Tricia shares must-know insights on why we turn to food for comfort, the difference between emotional eating and true hunger, and why traditional dieting often fails—plus practical strategies to break the cycle and regain control of your eating habits.

Learn how stress, hormone shifts, and past patterns influence your cravings and what you can do today to develop a healthier relationship with food. If you’re in your 40s, 50s, or beyond and find yourself struggling with food addiction, binge eating, or constant cravings, this conversation is a must-listen. Whether you’re trying to lose weight or simply want to stop feeling controlled by food, Tricia provides the tools and mindset shifts you need to heal your hunger and create lasting change.

Chapters:

0:00 Menopause Mastery Intro

0:09 Introducing Tricia

1:25 Tricia’s Journey with Emotional Eating

4:41 Signs You Might Be an Emotional Eater

7:56 The Science Behind Food Addiction

11:41 Why Sugar & Processed Foods Keep You Hooked

17:46 Emotional Eating vs. True Hunger: How to Tell the Difference

24:00 Nighttime Cravings: Why They Happen & How to Stop Them

32:12 Breaking Free from Dieting & Finding Food Freedom

40:03 Final Takeaways & How to Heal Your Hunger

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