Emotional Eating Unwrapped

How to Tell the Difference Between Hunger and Food Noise

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, Alana explores the emerging science behind “food noise,” drawing from a recent review article in Nutrition & Diabete...

How I Finally Lost 99 Pounds After Years of Binge Eating

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a moment in every woman’s journey where the old way stops making sense.For Jamille, that moment didn’t look dramatic. It was quiet — a...

Why Being Alone Triggers Emotional Overeating And How to Change It

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana unpacks a tender truth that so many high-functioning women carry quietly: why being alone can feel like an invitation to lose y...

How to Restart Your Wellness Journey After Losing Momentum with Kristen McGee (Peloton Yoga)

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode of Emotional Eating Unwrapped, Alana is joined by longtime friend and guest Kristin McGee to explore the real emotional terra...

Why You Overeat During the Holidays (And What to Do Instead)

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this revisited holiday episode, Alana explores the emotional pressure that surfaces during food-centric gatherings and how it often masks as overea...

The Emotional Impact of The Biggest Loser, 20 Years Later

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores how shame, external validation, and achievement culture shaped the narrative of The Biggest Loser and how those same f...

Feeling Off After GLP-1 Weight Loss? Let’s Talk About Why That Happens

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana unpacks the truth behind the GLP-1 craze and the emotional side effects no one’s talking about. While these medications can s...

ChatGPT Meal Plans, Therapy, and Coaching, What Could Go Wrong?

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana addresses a growing trend: women replacing real coaching with AI tools. While AI offers immediate, judgment-free advice, Alana ...

Rewiring Your Body So Change Actually Sticks

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dismantles a popular myth: awareness alone changes nothing. You can understand why you overeat, restrict, or self-sabotage—an...

You Finally Have What You Want—So Why the Food Chaos?

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores what really happens when success or safety reactivates old food and body struggles. She shares client stories and her ...

The Feminine Portal to Healing Food Addiction

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores how the cycle of food control, discipline, and self-punishment isn’t a willpower issue — it’s a safety issue.She...

Becoming Your Own Ally: The End of Food as Your Safety Net

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores the quiet, unseen reasons food can feel like a loyal friend — especially during emotional highs and lows. Through pe...

What GLP1s Miss in Emotional Eating Recovery

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the timely and nuanced conversation surrounding GLP1 medications, which are being marketed as game changers for appe...

Breaking Autopilot Eating: How Food Signals Your True Life Goals

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores how our relationship with food can serve as a powerful mirror for the way we show up in life. She invites listeners to...

How Perimenopause Changes Your Body, Cravings, and Sense of Self

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the often-overlooked connection between perimenopause and emotional eating, sharing her own raw experiences navigati...

Why Every New Diet Feels the Same and How to Break Free

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores the concept of the "post-diet hangover" and why every new diet or program feels so familiar, even when it promises a f...

Navigating Intimacy, Identity, and Eating After Having a Baby

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana opens up an honest and compassionate conversation about the shifting identity of motherhood, particularly exploring the emotion...

Why We Turn to Food When the World Feels Out of Control

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores why emotional overeating often intensifies during times of collective global stress, such as political upheaval, econo...

From Diets to Discernment: The Sober Eating Method Explained

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana celebrates the 100th episode of Emotional Eating Unwrapped by reconnecting with her longtime friend and collaborator, Alexa Caw...

Why Influencer Surgery Reveals Still Impact Our Self-Esteem

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana takes a deep dive into the growing trend of influencers being transparent about their cosmetic surgeries on social media. She e...

The Mirror Is Lying: Body Dysmorphia and the Emotional Eating Loop

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana unpacks the complex and often hidden experience of body dysmorphia and its profound connection to emotional eating. Drawing on ...

How to Turn Solo Eating from Shameful Secret into Self-Love

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives deep into the often overlooked experience of eating alone, going beyond the glamorized images of solo dining often seen o...

Why Calm Feels Uncomfortable: Breaking the Chaos Cycle in Emotional Eating

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the surprising comfort many of us find in chaos, especially when it comes to healing our relationship with food. She...

The ‘Girl Dinner’ Trend: A Mirror to Burnout and Emotional Eating

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the viral “girl dinner” trend and explores its deeper implications on women’s relationship with food, body ima...

The Real Reasons Behind Food Cravings and Compulsions

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana unpacks the powerful question: is it nourishment or numbing when you reach for food? Sharing openly from her own experience of ...

Breaking the Invisible Roles Behind Emotional Eating

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the often invisible roles and expectations many women inherit long before food becomes an escape. She explores how ...

The Elusive Summer Body: Why the Pressure to ‘Glow Up’ Still Cuts Deep

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the subtle yet persistent pressures of summer body culture and the insidious ways self-improvement messaging shows u...

Food as Protest: How Rebellion Shows Up on Your Plate

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the often overlooked theme of rebellion as it relates to emotional eating. She invites listeners to explore the sub...

The Pressure Cooker: When Food Is the Only Outlet for Rage

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives deep into the often-unspoken experience of anger and rage, and how these powerful emotions can drive emotional eating, es...

Permission to Want: Healing Self-Betrayal and Emotional Eating

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the quiet yet powerful experience of having desire – whether it's for food, affection, rest, or a bigger life – ...

The Psychology of Restriction: Why We Fear Taking Up Space

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the lesser-discussed side of food struggles—the fear of fullness and the fantasy that hunger means safety. She un...

Why High Achievers Feel Out of Control With Food Behind Closed Doors

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana shines a light on the hidden realities faced by high-achieving women who seem to have it all together on the outside, yet secre...

Your Body Isn’t a Billboard: Detaching from the Need to Prove Your Worth Through Appearance

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores the subtle yet powerful pressure many of us feel to treat our bodies as billboards—using our appearance as proof of ...

Why Weight Loss Won’t Fix Everything: Breaking Free from the Fantasy Body

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana discusses the complex relationship between weight loss and emotional fulfillment. She emphasizes that while it's okay to desire...

Welcome to Emotional Eating Unwrapped

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Emotional Eating Unwrapped — the only podcast that shows you how to connect mindfulness and science so you can fall in love with eating, ...

Intuitive Eating Is More Than Just Listening to Your Body

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana takes a deep dive into the often misunderstood concept of intuitive eating, addressing why it initially may not work for many w...

Why Decision Fatigue is the Real Culprit of Emotional Eating

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana Kessler delves into the concept of decision fatigue and how it contributes to emotional eating patterns. She explains that deci...

The Mother Wound: How Generational Trauma Shows Up In Our Eating

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores the deeply rooted mother-daughter food cycle and unpacks how inherited beliefs and behaviors around food can impact ou...

A Closer Look at ‘Good Girl’ Conditioning: Why People-Pleasing Leads to Food Struggles

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the concept of good girl conditioning and its connection to emotional eating. She explores how the ingrained pressu...

The Identity Crisis of Healing: Who Am I Without Emotional Eating?

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores the complex relationship between emotional eating and identity. She discusses the identity crisis that often accompani...

Emotional Eating and Long-Term Relationships: How Partnership Shapes Your Relationship with Food

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explores the intricate relationship between emotional eating and long-term partnerships. She discusses how shared habits can cr...

Why Weight Loss Goals Can Distract from Genuine Healing

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the misguided pursuit of weight loss and how it can detract from genuine healing. She shares her personal journey o...

The Gender Gap in Emotional Eating: Why Women Are More Prone to Emotional Eating

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana Kessler delves into why emotional eating and binging are more prevalent among women compared to men. She explores the societal ...

The Unseen Grief in Breaking Up with Emotional Eating

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the often overlooked emotional aspect of healing from emotional eating, focusing on the grief tied to letting go of ...

How Emotional Eating Shapes Your Identity and Perception of Control

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the profound topic of the invisible weight carried by emotional eaters and how it shapes our identities. Alana break...

How To Stop Using Food for Emotional Comfort

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives deep into the topic of food and control, illuminating how many of us use eating as a way to create a sense of stability a...

Becoming Your Best Self: Embracing Adversity and Managing Emotional Eating

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Kassi and Alana dive into an introspective conversation about emotional elasticity and how to begin treating yourself as an emotional...

Rewiring Your Mind: Detoxing from the Emotional Eating Addiction

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives deep into the concept of emotional overeating as an addiction and the importance of detoxing these old patterns to make r...

Breaking the Scale Mentality: Finding Self-Worth Beyond Numbers

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana tackles the pervasive issue of the 'scale mentality' and how focusing excessively on numbers can hinder our journey to wellness...

How Sleep and Stress Impact Your Weight and Hunger

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the intricate relationship between stress, sleep, and emotional eating. She explains how high cortisol levels, driv...

Overcoming Food FOMO: Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into how the fear of missing out affects our eating and offers strategies for navigating this common emotional eating tr...

How to Make Food Choices Confidently – Without the Guilt

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the complexities of social eating and the pressures it can bring, particularly for those who struggle with emotional...

The Real Reason Resolutions Fail and Rituals Succeed With Healing Emotional Eating

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana Kessler delves into the secret power of rituals over resolutions, especially timely as we approach the New Year. She offers a f...

Breaking the Dopamine Loop: Overcoming Emotional Eating and Food Addiction

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the complexities of food addiction and emotional eating, focusing on the role of dopamine in creating a cycle of co...

Managing Holiday Stress and Emotional Eating: Setting Boundaries and Safe Food Strategies

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana and Kassi delve into the complicated landscape of emotional eating, particularly during the holiday season. They emphasize the ...

The Psychology Behind Celebrity Diets: Why Transformation Photos Do More Harm Than Good

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the impact of celebrity and influencer weight loss transformations on our psyche and their potential to trigger emot...

How Gut Health Obsession Can Trigger Emotional Eating and Restrictive Behaviors

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana tackles the online obsession with gut health and clean eating, shedding light on how these trends can inadvertently become trig...

Why AI Wellness Apps Can't Replace Human Connection in Healing Emotional Eating

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the world of AI-powered diet coaches and wellness apps, examining their rising popularity and the promises they mak...

Rebuilding Trust With Your Body After The Binge Cycle

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives deep into the concept of trust and its crucial role in our relationship with our bodies, especially after years of dietin...

Beyond Quick Fixes: The BWAK Approach to Lasting Emotional Eating Recovery

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Kassi puts Alana in the hot-seat with a Q&A session delving into Alana’s unique coaching approach, contrasting it with intuitiv...

Dispelling the Good and Bad Food Myth for Better Mindset and Self Esteem

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana tackles the myth of labeling foods as good or bad and the detrimental impact this mindset can have on your self-esteem, mindset...

The Illusion of Control: How Resolution Isn’t The Solution for Emotional Eating

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the topic of why resolution won't give you control and explores the illusions we create when seeking a sense of comp...

The Hidden Triggers: How People Pleasing and Perfectionism Fuel Emotional Eating

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives deep into two significant triggers that often lead people to emotional eating: people pleasing and perfectionism. Alana s...

Shame Thrives in Isolation: Strategies to Overcome Shame and Heal Your Relationship w/ Food

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the topic of how shame thrives in isolation and its profound impact on harmful eating behaviors. Drawing from her o...

Achieving Food Freedom Through Mindful and Empowered Choices with Guest Sophie Jaffe

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana welcomesSophie Jaffe – intuitive transformational coach, retreat leader, and the founder of Philosophie Superfoods, to discus...

From Self-Sabotage to Self-Compassion: Reshaping Your Inner Dialogue

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana tackles the pervasive issue of negative self-talk and its impact on our journey toward emotional well-being. She delves into th...

How Childhood Beliefs Affect Our Eating Habits and Body Perception

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the hidden roots of our relationship with food, emphasizing how childhood experiences shape our eating habits and bo...

Rethinking Discipline: Why Flexibility is Essential for True Wellness

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana and Kassi dive deep into the flip side of binging and emotional eating by addressing the often-obsessive behaviors around stric...

The Psychology Behind Cravings and Finding Control

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves deep into the concept of cravings, unpacking what our minds and bodies are truly trying to communicate when a craving st...

Uncovering Your Purpose to Break Free from Emotional Eating

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the profound impact that connecting to one's purpose can have on transforming eating habits. She opens up about ...

Understanding Inflammation: The Key to Healing Chronic Fatigue and Weight Gain

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives deep into the concept of inflammation, revealing it as the underlying cause of a multitude of symptoms and conditions. Sh...

The Intersection of Emotional Eating, Relationship Dynamics and Self Esteem

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana and Kassi dive into the intricate dynamics of masculine and feminine energy in dating and relationships. They unravel how mascu...

Binging vs. Overeating: Understanding the Differences to Break Free from Destructive Eating Habits

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana clarifies the important distinction between binging and overeating. While both involve consuming more food than necessary, bing...

Redefining Beauty Standards and Reclaiming Self Worth with Kristen Arnett

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana and celebrity makeup artist Kristen Arnett, dive deep into the complexities of beauty, self-worth, and empowerment. They explor...

Creating Freedom WITH Structure To Heal Your Emotional Eating

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the complex balance between structure and fluidity, both in her professional life and when it comes to eating habits...

The Power of the Mind/Body Connection For Confidence & Eating Changes with Dr. Kristi Tompkins

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana sits down with Dr. Kristi Tompkins to delve into the intricacies of navigating life’s seasons as a woman, from sensitive youn...

How Skepticism and Defense Mechanisms Block Healing Your Emotional Eating

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana sheds light on the mindset blocks and defense mechanisms that often arise when seeking support from a coach. Drawing from her p...

Breaking Free from Perfection Through Nutrition with Dr. Jen Haley

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana sits down with Dr. Jen Haley to explore the intricate connections between nutrition, skin health, and self-empowerment. Jen emp...

Being Skinny Is Not the Key to Happiness

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives deep into the myth that “being skinny will make you happy” and unravels the truth about self-worth and body image. Sh...

Balancing Your Energy to Stop Stress Eating in a Busy World

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana and Kassi introduce the first Q&A segment, shedding light on balancing healthy eating habits with managing life's many ...

Making Empowered Eating Decisions and Belief Systems for Your Body + Mind with Jes Gordon

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana sits down with Jes Gordon to dive into the multifaceted journey of emotional eating and body image as we age. Jes, a dynamic ev...

Overcoming the Scarcity Mindset Behind Emotional Eating

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the concept of the scarcity mindset and its significant impact on emotional eating. Through her personal experience...

Using Makeup to Enhance, Not Conceal The Inner You with Jen Cayle Gaum

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana welcomes Jen Cayle Guam, a professional makeup artist, as they dive into the connection between self-love, beauty, and self-car...

The Connection Between Emotional Eating, Dating and Finding the Right Partner

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana Kessler discusses how emotional eating and our relationship with our bodies impact dating. She shares her personal experience o...

Talk Therapy Isn’t Enough: Alternative Modalities to Expand Your Healing

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana discusses the different modalities of therapy and healing for emotional eating. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating ...

Bite Sized-Pleasure: Integrating Holistic Self-Care

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana is joined again by podcast co-pilot, Kassi to delve into the multifaceted concept of self-care, highlighting its importance bey...

You Are More Than a Smaller Body: Examining Ozempic’s Role in Weight Loss

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana discusses the complex role of Ozempic in the weight loss journey, particularly in relation to emotional eating. She addresses w...

Your Body is Keeping Score: Understanding Cortisol and Its Impact on Weight Loss

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana addresses the intricate ties between the hormone cortisol, weight management, and emotional eating. She unpacks cortisol's ...

Why Being Too Independent Can Get In The Way of Weight Loss (+ How to Avoid It)

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana addresses the often difficult practice of asking for help, especially in the context of emotional eating and weight loss. Drawi...

Getting Vulnerable: My Story With Emotional Eating

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we flip the script on Alana as she opens up about her personal battles with emotional eating and self-discovery. From her formative y...

Redefining Movement: A Positive Approach for Emotional Eating and Weight Loss

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana delves into the topic of reconnecting with movement and the role it plays in healing from emotional eating and weight loss. She...

Breaking Free from Weight Loss Shame and the Diet Culture Stigma

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives into the topic of navigating body image and weight loss, addressing the shame and stigma often associated with these desi...

The Shadow Side of The Body Positivity Movement and How to Cultivate True Lasting Self Confidence

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana unpacks the popular narrative of body positivity and reintroduces the concept of body neutrality. She shares her personal journ...

The Self-Image and Body Confidence Journey with Celebrity Stylist Samantha Brown

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana invites celebrity wardrobe stylist Samantha Brown to unwrap the intricate relationship between body confidence and personal sty...

The 5 Most Common Triggers for Emotional Eating

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana unravels the 5 most common triggers for emotional eating and explores how emotional eating is not a one-size-fits-all behavior....

Embrace Grief and Heal Your Toxic Food Behaviors

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana dives deep into the topic of grieving your relationship with food. She addresses the often overlooked emotional complexities th...

My Client Tina McSweeney on Her Permanent Weight Loss & Success Overcoming Emotional Eating

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, you’ll hear from Tina McSweeney, who has transformed her life by using Alana’s Sober Eating Method. Tina shares her journey of h...

Why Tracking Macros is a Trauma Response

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Alana explains how tracking macros is often a projection of past trauma and a control coping mechanism disguised as a path to body co...

Why Losing Weight Isn't Just About The Numbers On The Scale

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summary In this episode, Alana discusses the emotional ramifications of weight loss and the importance of admitting the desire to lose weight. She sh...

How Negative Self-Talk Affects Emotional Eating

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Negative self-talk is extremely common — and it has a huge impact on our self-esteem and self-worth. In this episode, we’ll discover how negative ...