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274. Fad Diets: The Truth Behind the Hype06 Jan 202500:13:15

Are you drawn to the allure of quick weight loss programs that promise rapid results?

Have you tried these before with no success, only to believe that the next one will finally work?

Fad diets are designed to captivate you. The marketing targets your desire to lose weight quickly without any effort! However, over time, this approach damages your body, mindset, and metabolism.

Today, I am revealing the truth behind the hype: why these diets seem effective (temporarily) and what you truly need for lasting freedom from food!

If you are ready to make a change and abandon fad diets, email me at taraj@dietditching.com.

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273. Faith Filled Friday: Spiritual & Emotional Healing for Food Obsession03 Jan 202500:12:11

Do you often avoid delving into your emotions to uncover the true reasons behind what is happening? Or do you simply reach for your favorite snack to make those feelings disappear?

Do you frequently use food to hide or drown your emotions instead of confronting and dealing with them?

Often, it is much easier to mask our issues by eating to soothe ourselves and seek that "good feeling" from consuming something comforting. However, all we are doing is covering up the real issues and creating unhealthy food behaviors that we eventually become dependent on.

Join me today, and find encouragement and the first step to begin your new! Do you need accountability, encouragement, or prayer, email me at taraj@dietditching.com.

 

264. Holiday Eating: Fear of Weight Gain? 3 Tools to Help You Navigate02 Dec 202400:15:34

Is your social calendar brimming with events this holiday season? Perhaps these gatherings arise unexpectedly, leaving you anxious, feeling constantly surrounded by food, and overindulging.

Do you worry you'll surrender and say, "I'll start in January," as you've done before? I certainly understand that sentiment.

We're all too familiar with ourselves! At every special occasion or holiday event, we don't want to miss out, yet we're aware of the difficulty in shedding those extra pounds afterward.

As the holiday season approaches, regardless of the number of special dinners or events, approach them with assurance. I'm here to provide you with three strategies to help you manage holiday eating, so you can fully enjoy the festivities and all your achievements.

For support in your goals, please reach out at taraj@dietditching.com.

174. Stop Sugar Cravings - 3 Keys to Kick the Habit22 Jan 202400:13:45

Are you exhausted from giving it all your will power to stop eating everything sweet?

Can't seem to kick your sugar cravings no matter what you do?

In today's episode, I am sharing 3 keys to reduce those cravings to almost nothing! These keys will help you kick the habit and shock you that the cravings go away so easily!

 

173. Faith Filled Friday - Fear of Failing Another Diet19 Jan 202400:13:10

Are you finally ready to let get of the diet cycle and do something different, but afraid you'll fail and gain more weight again?

What is the root of your fear? 

Today I am diving into some tough questions to ask yourself so you can see what is behind your fear but also to encourage you in how to overcome the fear and walk to victory in your relationship with food and dieting.

 

172. Controlling Your Calories? Or Are They Controlling You? Try These 3 Tools15 Jan 202400:15:53

Are you tracking everything you eat, feeling in control, yet you have no enjoyment around food or how you are living life by it?

Are you so fixated on the exact numbers, you've forgotten how to just eat, enjoy and move on?

In today's episode, I am sharing 3 tools to practice starting today!  These can help begin to move you from being controlled to enjoyment, freedom and no anxiety around food.

 

171. Fit Tip Friday: Lost in the Gym? 3 Tips to Get You Started12 Jan 202400:11:25

Are you spending your time at the gym, but not seeing results?  Do you feel like you're lost when you get there, so you go do what you know, what is comfortable and spend all your time doing cardio?

Imagine maximizing your time, getting the results that you want and feeling confident while you're there!

In today's episode, I am sharing 3 tips to help you navigate your time at the gym, so you can get in, get out and get the results you want!

 

170. Losing Weight At Any Age - 3 Myths Busted08 Jan 202400:14:38

Do you think all hope is lost because you're over 40 and still want to lose weight?

Do you think that your age is a huge factor in why you are having such a hard time dropping the pounds you want to lose?

In today's episode, I am busting 3 myths that you can't lose weight due to your age.  Find out what the key really is to losing the weight no matter where you are in life!  It is possible!

 

169. Faith Filled Friday: Is Your Worth Measured by the Scale or by God?05 Jan 202400:12:56

Do you obsess over the number on the scale?  Are you on it far too often?

Does that number impact your outlook on the day, yourself or even how you live out your life?

If so, this one is for you!

In today's episode I am asking the question, to help you see the answer is never in the scale!

The answer is in God's word.  The answer is within His word lived out in your life.  I am sharing 3 truths that will give you new perspective that can change your life and how you see the scale.

168. Losing Weight Long Term - 4 Facts Crucial for Success01 Jan 202400:13:59

Are you finally done with "failing" at all the diets because you can never keep the weight off after you initially lose it?

Imagine where you could be a year from right now, if you could sustain healthy eating and exercise all year long?

In today's episode, I am going to give you 4 facts, that if you follow, you will find success in your weight loss and find freedom from dieting once and for all!

167. Fit Tip Friday: Find Motivation to Exercise & Be Consistent -3 Tools to Get You There29 Dec 202300:11:43

Every new year do you get started on the workout routine, but end up quitting every time?

What would you look like at the end of 2024 if you could only be consistent, stay motivated and not quit?

In today's episode, I am sharing 3 tools to use for the motivation and drive you'll need to keep exercise a part of your daily routine no matter what life brings or what gets put on your plate!

166. What They Didn’t Tell You About Dieting - 3 Insights to Jumpstart 202425 Dec 202300:09:11

Are you feeling like you'll never get this losing weight thing down?

Afraid you're a hopeless cause and not able to have the body you want?

In today's episode, I am sharing 3 insights about what "they" didn't tell you about dieting so you can begin to shape your goals differently for 2024.  

 

165. Faith Filled Friday - The Desires Of Your Heart - 3 Scriptures to Change Your Focus22 Dec 202300:15:47

Are you using food to fill a need or emptiness only God can fill?

What are the true desires of your heart and how do you live life to ultimately have them fulfilled?

In today's podcast, I am sharing 3 scriptures that I know can encourage you in knowing what the desires of your heart are and how to get to the truth of what they really are.

263. Fit Tip Friday: Eating for Weight Loss - Healthy Snacking29 Nov 202400:13:04

Are you battling the daily sweet/salty afternoon crash? Searching for ways to incorporate healthy snacks but unsure which ones are the best?

Today, I'm offering some fantastic, quick, and easy snack ideas that are healthier alternatives to granola bars or baked chips. These nutrient-dense snacks will keep you satisfied and help you overcome that afternoon slump until dinner. Plan ahead and keep them on hand, or opt for the convenient options I'll be sharing too!

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For more ideas or information, feel free to email me at taraj@dietditching.com.

 

164. Holiday Indulgence vs. Holiday Deprivation - 3 Ways to Enjoy Yourself Without the Guilt18 Dec 202300:14:17

During the holidays, do you ping-pong back and forth from depriving yourself to overeating or indulging?

Do you starve yourself ahead of the event so that you can give yourself permission to eat and enjoy the goodies?

What if I told you can enjoy the holidays and all that it brings without guilt, without depriving and without going overboard?

In today's episode, I'll share 3 ways you can enjoy the holiday season without the huge swing from depriving to indulging and do it without the guilt!

163.Fit Tip Friday - 3 Tips to Maintain Weight for the Holidays15 Dec 202300:09:48

Are you sucked into all the goodies during this time of year, but nervous about gaining weight?  

What if you could enjoy the holidays, savor the time with family AND enjoy the goodies you love?

In today's episode, I am sharing 3 tips to help you balance out the calorie intake with more movement in your day to help you end this year without any added pounds!

162. The Power to Change Your Unhealthy Habits - 5 Steps to Get You There11 Dec 202300:15:47

Are you ready to face a new year with the confidence to overcome the struggle with your unhealthy habits and finally see success?

Are you ready to create new habits, real lasting change in your life, so that you can reach your goals?

In today's episode, I'll share 5 steps to take charge of changing your habits and give you the encouragement to start!  

161. Faith Filled Friday - Can God Really Help Me Lose Weight? 3 Signs He’s Already Begun08 Dec 202300:13:03

What if God could really help you lose the 10lbs that are consuming you?  

What if God really does care about my health and how I feel?

Can God really help you?

In today's episode, I am going to share God's truth and show you that He has already begun the work in you with 3 signs that will strengthen and encourage you!

160. Life Is More Than Weight Loss - 3 Tools to Live Higher & Live Free04 Dec 202300:16:54

Are you tired of living day to day with no hope for the weight you so desperately want to lose?

What if you could live out each day, with no worry about food, confidently choosing the healthy option for yourself and never "falling off the wagon" again?

In today's episode, I want to give you 3 Tools - that if you put these into practice, over time you will be walking in this freedom, eating healthy with automation and in moderation and not fearing what the scale may say!

159. Fit Tip Friday - Diets & Detoxes - Part 201 Dec 202300:11:40

Do you get sucked into all the diet influencers on social media that claim fast weight loss - just buy this diet or try this detox and get the body you want?  Sounds so great, right?

Do you easily fall for the flashy content that sells weight loss as fast and easy? 

In today's episode, I'll share the last 2 distractions that hinder you when you fall for this marketing and I'm going to share with you how to overcome the temptation to follow through with yet another diet!

158. Struggle with Body Image? 4 Tools to Overcome It27 Nov 202300:13:57

Do you struggle with how your body looks, or how you feel in your body, and it keeps you from truly enjoying your life? 

Are you constantly in your head about what you look like to others and what you look like to yourself?

In today's episode, I am going to share 4 tools that can help you refocus your thoughts and move you past your struggle with body image to a place where you can enjoy life!

157. Faith Filled Friday - Speaking God’s Truth Over My Weight Obsessed Life Part 224 Nov 202300:14:45

Do you constantly think about your weight, changing your body, wishing you were a different size?

Do you know God cares about the conversations we are having with ourselves every minute of every day?

Today's episode, I continue in part 2, sharing the last 3 truths about God and how He desires so much more for us than to be battling in our minds alone!

 

155. Fit Tip Friday - Detoxes & Diets - 4 Distractions that Hinder Part 120 Nov 202300:16:47

Do you get sucked into all the diet influencers on social media that claim fast weight loss with just a detox?

Or how about falling for the diet that claims you can finally lose the weight and keep it off - in only 4 weeks?

In today's episode, I'll share 2 of the 4 distractions when it comes to diets & detoxes and all the great marketing around them. I am going to share, how you can overcome and stay focused on your goals!

154. The Binge Eating Cycle - 3 Steps to Breaking Free13 Nov 202300:16:24

Are you stuck in this pattern of restricting what you eat and then you have a weak moment which sends you completely off the rails eating everything in sight?

Are you exhausted by this cycle but can't seem to break free from it?

In today's episode, I am going to share 3 steps that helped me break free and I pray they will help you as well!

262. Weight Loss: Restricting Carbs - 3 Facts to Consider25 Nov 202400:11:44

Is restricting your carbohydrate intake the key to losing weight? Are you aware of the potential effects this could have on your body and mindset?

When we choose to cut out certain foods or macronutrients from our diet, it's crucial to weigh the long-term impacts against the short-term benefits.

In this episode, I'll share three facts about dietary restrictions that might be new to you. Give it a listen and see if you're still inclined to pursue this method for weight loss.

For nutrition support, reach out to me at taraj@dietditching.com.

If you need a protocol to get your healthy habits on track and your start feeling great both inside and out, check out the 30 Days to Healthy Living program.

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156. Consumed by Your Thoughts About Weight Loss? 3 Tips to Break Free12 Nov 202300:14:41

Are you constantly consumed by how much you weigh and what you need to do to lose the weight?

Do you think about and obsess over how much you weight you need to lose and the next diet that might help you get there?  

Without addressing the real issue, we'll never lose the weight.  

In today's episode, I am sharing 3 tips to help you begin to change your mindset, accept where you are and break free from the obsessing over your weight!

153. Faith Filled Friday - Speaking God’s Truth Over Your Weight Obsessed Life - Part 110 Nov 202300:14:44

Do you constantly think about your weight, changing your body, losing weight, wishing you could look differently?

Do you know God cares deeply about these conversations that we are having in our minds about ourselves and our obsession with our weight? 

In today's episode, I am sharing God's truth so you can be encouraged in your struggle and begin to speak His truth over your life and move in the direction of His purpose, instead of being stuck!

152. Intermittent Fasting & Binge Eating - 4 Things to Consider06 Nov 202300:13:15

Are you someone who has tried ALL the diets and your thinking about intermittent fasting?

You think this may be the "thing" to finally help you lose the weight?

In today's episode, I am going to share 4 things you may want to consider if you are someone who struggles with binge eating.  This road may be difficult for you if you go down it, and I want to give you something to think about before you do!

151. Fit Tip Friday - Electrolyte Supplements - Should I Take Them?03 Nov 202300:11:54

What is ALL the hype on these electrolyte supplements?  The marketing tells me that I need them for a better performance in my workouts and I'll stay hydrated.

Are they safe, do they help?  

In today's episode, I've done the research for you.  I am going to share what I found to be true about electrolyte supplements and if you should be taking them for hydration and performance in your workouts!

150. Is Your Diet Working for You? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself30 Oct 202300:10:27

Have you been frustrated that your diet isn't working?  You're putting in ALL the effort, and seeing very little results?

Are you tired of following the program and not seeing anything in return?

In today's episode, there are 3 questions you need to answer that will show you if you're diet is working for you. When you get the answers, you'll be ready to take the next steps!

 

149. Faith Filled Friday - Persistence - 3 Tools to Practice While Waiting On God27 Oct 202300:12:53

Have you been praying for what seems like forever for God to help you overcome your struggle with food, but haven't gotten your breakthrough yet?

Do you lose motivation to keep praying about it because you feel like God isn't answering your prayers?

In today's episode, I am sharing 3 tools for you to practice now, to keep you persistent in prayer, while you wait on God!

 

148. Losing Weight with Calories In vs. Calories Out - 4 Truths It’s Not that Simple23 Oct 202300:10:49

Are you stuck in a rut, counting your calories and then trying to burn off the amount of calories you've eaten so you can "lose weight"?

Are you exercising or looking at your "calories burned" category on your watch and you eat according to what that is saying?

In today's episode, I am sharing that there are 4 truth's you need to know before you continue down this road.  I did this for years and there is much more to this equation!

147. Fit Tip Friday - Strength Training Routine Made Easy - 5 Steps to Get You Started20 Oct 202300:13:58

Do you know how important it is to strength train but you are so overwhelmed by all the information, you can't seem to get started?

Do you feel lost when it comes to getting a plan together? 

In today's episode, I'll share 5 steps to get you started into a simple strength training routine!

146. Losing Weight - 4 Challenges You Face & How to Overcome16 Oct 202300:19:25

Have you tried everything to lose weight and nothing has worked?

Are you so tired of playing the diet game and finally you're ready to overcome and be successful?

In today's episode, I am going to share with you 4 challenges that you may be facing and you to overcome them to get you moving on your journey to food freedom and losing weight the right way!

145. Faith Filled Friday - Fasting in Prayer as a Binge Eater - Part 213 Oct 202300:12:46

Have you ever felt God speak to your heart about fasting for spiritual growth?  

Are you intimated or afraid of fasting because you rely on food way too much to give it up for any amount of time?

In today's episode, I'll continue the conversation about my journey with fasting (episode 141) This is part 2 and I am sharing what I learned about myself through this experience.  I hope this encourages you!

261. Faith Filled Friday: Do You Lack Self-Control Around Food? 3 Practical Tips on this Fruit of the Spirit22 Nov 202400:16:27

Struggling with self-control around food can be a physical or emotional battle. 

Understanding that self-control is crucial for achieving freedom in life is essential. A lack of self-control may offer temporary pleasure, but ultimately leads to a state of bondage.

In this discussion, we will explore how to cultivate and nurture the fruit of the spirit known as self-control.

Addressing food and restraint can pose a significant challenge for many. By embracing His guidance and practicing it, freedom and control around food become attainable at any time.

For prayer, support, or to share your experiences, please contact me at taraj@dietditching.com.

144. Food Is NOT the Enemy - 3 Ways to Love What Your Body Needs09 Oct 202300:14:11

Do you look at food as good or bad?  Do you have a love/hate relationship with food?

Are you judging others for what they are eating, but cannot seem to find yourself eating what you need to best meet your goals?

In today's episode, I'll share with you 3 ways to learn to love what your body needs, to stop judging food as good or bad and to discover food is not the enemy, it is to nourish you and sustain you!

143. Fit Tip Friday: Nutrient Dense Food - What Should I Be Eating?06 Oct 202300:15:38

Have you dieted so much that you really don't know what you should be eating?

Are you so overwhelmed by all the diet/food information out there that you really have no idea where to start for yourself?

In today's episode, I'll give you some tips on how to maximize what you are eating, give you ideas of what you should be eating and give you encouragement to finally fuel you body like it needs to be fueled!

 

142. Weight Loss & Bingeing - 4 Facts You Need to Know02 Oct 202300:13:34

Do you constantly find yourself back and forth on the scale due to bingeing when you see that number decrease?

Are you struggling with inability to keep the weight off because you cannot stop bingeing?

In today's episode, I'll share 4 facts you need to know in order to create balance and find a way out of the cycle of lose and binge, as well as how bingeing impacts your progress!

141. Faith Filled Friday - Fasting In Prayer as a Binge Eater - Part129 Sep 202300:14:48

Have you ever felt God speak to your heart about fasting for spiritual growth, but you've never really fully committed to it?

Are you intimated by fasting because you rely on food way too much and are not ready to give that up for any period of time?

In today's episode, I am going to share my recent journey with prayer and fasting and what God showed me about myself.  I hope this will encourage you and give you confidence to respond to Him in fasting.

 

140. Losing Weight - Losing Patience - 3 Tools to Keep You Motivated25 Sep 202300:16:12

Have you been doing all the right things, but not seeing fast enough results?

Are you ready to throw in the towel because you have no patience to do the right things long enough to see the results?

Welcome to the struggle of a lot of women!  In today's episode, I will share 3 tools to help you stay motivated in the waiting.  You're going to be encouraged!

139. Fit Tip Friday - Reach Your Fitness Goals - 3 Tools to Stop the Excuses!22 Sep 202300:13:12

Do you always have an excuse if you miss a workout or "fall off the wagon" with your workouts?

Have you heard yourself say the same excuse over and over again for years when it comes to your fitness routine? 

In today's episode, I'll share 3 tools to apply today so you'll stop the excuses and finally get a routine going so you can develop your fitness instead of avoiding it!

 

138. Unhealthy Food Behaviors - 4 Tips on How to Unlearn Them18 Sep 202300:12:21

Are you stuck in the same food patterns and can't seem to break free from the unhealthy food behaviors you've had most of your life?

Do you overeat or are you afraid of wasting food or you just eat it all at once because you are afraid you won't get it anytime soon?

Today is a follow up to episode 136.  I am going to share 4 tips for you to unlearn those food behaviors that are keeping you from reaching your goals and true freedom!

137. Faith Filled Friday - How To Pray When You Are Anxious Around Food15 Sep 202300:12:38

Do you let fear and anxiety win out in situations around food?

Do you find yourself alone and with no real way to find comfort when the anxiety hits?

In today's episode, I am going to give you a few Biblical truths to hold on to.  Truth that you can apply today and start praying when you get into those situations.  Learn to start praying through your anxiety and find freedom!

136. Unhealthy Food Behaviors - 3 Tips on How to Recognize Them11 Sep 202300:13:32

Do you come to end of your day completely unaware of all that you have eaten that day?

Do you mindlessly graze all day and find yourself grabbing whatever is close to help you fill your hunger?

In today's episode, I am going to give you 3 tips on how to recognize some of the unhealthy food behaviors that are a part of your life!  Step one is becoming aware - so let's do this!

135. Fit Tip Friday - Reach Your Fitness Goals - Accountability08 Sep 202300:10:52

Do you struggle to stick to your workout routine, but when you have someone telling you what to do, you tend to finish and stick to it?

Do you need that extra push or encouragement from someone telling you what to do so you can complete the workout?

In today's episode, I'm talking about accountability with your exercise.   This can be a key to reaching your goals, but it requires you to show up for yourself as well as your accountability partner! If you're ready to do, let's go!

260. Holiday Eating - 3 Tips to Avoid the Weight Gain18 Nov 202400:14:04

Do you relish the holiday season with its parties, delicious food, and special events? 

Are you concerned that you might indulge too much and gain an extra five pounds that you'll have to confront in January when you decide to change your diet?

It's a familiar cycle. The holidays aren't unexpected, so why do we act surprised by the weight gain, only to repeat the same pattern annually? Consider a new approach to the holidays: aim to maintain your weight and be conscious of your food intake and physical activity.

In this episode, I'm sharing three tips that I adhere to each year. They're effective. Tune in, take note of these tips, and start implementing them today!

If you're interested in joining my 30-day program to develop healthier habits and transform your life, please email me at taraj@dietditching.com. Coaching in this program is complimentary, along with access to a supportive Facebook community for accountability.

 

134. Overcome Overeating - 5 Tools to End it For Good04 Sep 202300:15:56

Do you feel like you can never leave food on the plate?

Do you constantly walk away from your meals feeling full and sick because you ate too much?

In today's episode, I am sharing 5 tools that you can practice that will help you overcome your overeating habit and feel good about your progress!

133. Faith Filled Friday - How to Pray When You Binge01 Sep 202300:14:09

Do you feel like you have no connection to God when you are in the midst of a binge?

Or do you feel like the last thing you want to do is to pray when you've binged or about to binge because of the shame and judgement you feel?

In today's episode, I want to share 3 attributes of God that can change your view on praying to Him when this behavior overwhelms you.  Even if you're bingeing on a regular basis, the last thing you need to do, is hide from God.

132. Trusting Myself Around Food - 3 Strategies to Empower You28 Aug 202300:13:31

Are you afraid to let yourself eat certain foods because you're afraid you'll go out of control and eat all of it?

Are you afraid to keep certain foods in your house because you're know you eat it all in a day or two?

In today's episode, I'll share 3 strategies for you to try so that you can finally feel empowered around food and not fearful of food.  You'll be able to learn how to finally be in any food situation and trust yourself!

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