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Hashimoto's Nutrition Rx®Author: Nataliia Sanzo, Licensed Registered Dietitian
Nataliia Sanzo is a registered dietitian, aka Nashville Thyroid Expert, specializing in Hashimoto's/hypothyroidism. She created this space to help you navigate the ever-confusing world of Hashimoto's thyroiditis and empower you with the knowledge to become your own advocate. Please dont forget to subscribe and follow this podcast on the platform youre tuning in from. Your support is greatly appreciated and important to this show finding its way to the ears of listeners just like yourself.Contact Nataliia Sanzo at All Purpose Nutrition Office Phone: (615) 866-5384Location:7105 S Springs Dr Suite 208, Franklin, TN 37067Website: https://allpurposenutrition.com/Instagram: all.purpose.nutritionThis podcast was formerly known as Thyroid Hair Loss Connection Podcast. Language: en-us Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Why Willpower Fails: How to Stop Emotional Overeating and Break the Cycle
Episode 71
Friday, 12 December, 2025
🎙️Why Willpower Fails: How to Stop Emotional Overeating and Break the Cycle with Dr. Melissa McCreeryHave you ever felt strong and capable in most areas of your life but powerless when it comes to food? You’re not alone.In today’s podcast episode of Hashimoto’s Nutrition Rx®, Nataliia Sanzo, RDN, LDN, sits down with Dr. Melissa McCreery, psychologist, emotional eating expert, and creator of "Your Missing Peace", to uncover why willpower isn’t the answer to emotional overeating and what truly helps you break the cycle.What You’ll Learn:Why “trying harder” or relying on willpower doesn’t work long-termThe truth about emotional and “hidden hungers” that drive overeatingThe link between stress, dopamine, and thyroid health in Hashimoto’sSimple mindset shifts to move past all-or-nothing thinkingHow to tell physical hunger from emotional hungerThe four pillars of Dr. McCreery’s Your Missing Peace programFirst steps to stop feeling stuck and start creating freedom around foodWhy You Shouldn’t Miss This:This is one of the most insightful and empowering conversations we’ve had about emotional eating, mindset, and thyroid health. You’ll walk away with science-backed strategies and compassionate tools to rebuild trust with your body without diets, restriction, or guilt.If you’ve ever believed your struggles with food were a lack of discipline, this episode will show you the truth: you’re not broken, and there’s a better way forward.Try This After Listening:Reflect on moments when you turn to food for comfort, what emotion or need might be underneath?Practice pausing before eating to check in: “Am I physically hungry, or emotionally hungry?”Explore your “hidden hungers” using Dr. McCreery’s free quiz below.Connect with Dr. Melissa McCreery:Website: https://toomuchonherplate.comToo Much on Her Plate Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1844785/contributors/46325-melissa-mccreery-phdTake the Free Hidden Hungers Quiz: https://toomuchonherplate.com/hidden-hunger-quiz/Learn about Your Missing Peace: https://toomuchonherplate.com/your-missing-peace/Instagram: @toomuchonherplateContact Nataliia Sanzo at All Purpose NutritionOffice Phone: (615) 866-5384Location: 7105 S Springs Dr., Suite 208, Franklin, TN 37067Website: www.allpurposenutrition.comInstagram: @all.purpose.nutritionFormerly known as Thyroid Hair Loss Connection Podcast.













