The Liz Moody Podcast This Revolutionary Approach To Weight Loss Is Sustainable, Fun, & Proven To Last—So Why Is No One Talking About It?
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Oct 2, 2024 
Dr. Laurel Mellin, a UCSF professor and New York Times bestselling author, unveils Emotional Brain Training (EBT) as a revolutionary method to tackle weight management. She dives into how EBT addresses stress-related overeating by rewiring emotional circuits in the brain. The conversation highlights the crucial link between emotions and eating behaviors, offering practical strategies for listeners to better manage cravings and cultivate healthier habits. Dr. Mellin's insights empower individuals to achieve lasting change through a joyful and mindful approach.
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Stress Chemicals Drive Overeating
- Overeating is triggered by a stress-activated cascade of eight chemicals controlled by brain circuits in the amygdala.
- Emotional Brain Training (EBT) rewires these brain circuits, turning harmful stress responses into circuits producing joy and satisfaction.
Food Circuit Origin Story
- Dr. Mellin developed a food addiction circuit after being teased at school and turning to cinnamon rolls for comfort.
- This survival circuit linked stress with overeating and remains active without rewiring.
Stress Underlies Rising Obesity
- The obesity rise is due to a toxic environment increasing stress levels and overwhelming traditional weight loss methods.
- EBT empowers individuals to process toxic stress at the root cause for lasting weight management and joy.