Andrea Lieberstein's Guide to Mindful Eating: Healing Your Relationship with Food
We no longer need to rely on food to substitute for other sources of nourishment.
Ever found yourself reaching for snacks when you're stressed or anxious? Andrea Lieberstein knows exactly why we do that and has some game-changing advice. In this episode of 'The One You Feed', host Eric Zimmer chats with Andrea, a mindfulness-based dietitian and coach, who’s spent over 25 years helping people transform their lives through mindful eating.
Andrea breaks down how we often use food to fill emotional voids it was never meant to fill and shares practical strategies to bring mindfulness into our eating habits. Andrea dives into techniques like tuning into your hunger and fullness cues, recognizing cravings, and understanding what your body truly needs beyond just food. She also touches on the role of mindfulness in addiction recovery, offering tips on how to 'surf the urge' when cravings strike.
With her blend of Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Training (MB-EAT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Andrea provides listeners with actionable steps they can apply immediately. Whether you’re struggling with stress-related eating or looking to develop a healthier relationship with food, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Andrea’s approach is compassionate and practical, making it easier for anyone to start their journey toward mindful eating and overall well-being.