What I WISH I Knew! | My Best Intuitive Eating Advice For Eating With No Food Rules

[@yunonnelemora9295]

I’m so glad that I made the decision almost one year ago to start recovery from anorexia. These questions that you mentioned here are exactly what I could not stop thinking last year. Looking back, I can’t believe how far I have come. Thank you so much for your help. I know I still have quite a way to go in terms of recovery, but to y’all out there with similar struggles: recovery is so hard but so worthwhile. Life is so much more fulfilling beyond the eating disorder.

[@ColleenChristensen]

You’re amazing! So happy for you!

[@BrianneMihalik]

Congrats. It’s been one year for me too!! Colleen’s videos have dug me out of my darkest days!! If I could afford the app right now I would be all over it !!

[@AriML-le8su]

It's been about 8 months for me! I'm at a bit of a low point right now (I'm just a little underweight), and I have to gain a few pounds to be healthy. It's a hurdle, but I know it will be worth it in the long run!

[@BrianneMihalik]

@@AriML-le8su I’m stuck in a bad head space at this point in my recovery.

[@Unknown-im3iz]

It’s my second week, it’s been alright but I can’t stop thinking about the calories 😭

[@Brindlesplash]

i used to struggle with bulimia, and after being diagnosed with very early onset arthritis it's been recommended to me to lose weight to take some pressure off my sore joints- your channel is the only one that makes me feel like it's possible to do so safely in a way that feels good

[@AmberMaloneAZ]

When I'm feeling guilty over eating a particular food I break it down in my mind into its most simple components and that helps me not to catastrophize. Like I was feeling guilty about eating macaroni and cheese and then I thought, 'it's literally wheat, milk fat and salt, not the end of the world.' I was feeling guilty over eating ranch flavored tortilla chips and then I realized: it's corn, oil, salt and spices. Those are all ingredients that a 'health' influencer might put in one of their supposedly healthy recipes. We don't have to demonize normal common food products

[@Lithrilla]

I started intuitve eating a while back, and just for the heck of it I counted calories after my last meal the other day. I was amazed by how well my body knows what it needs. I ate a perfectly normal amount, counting all the snacks I ate as well. This stuff actually works. I gained a couple of pounds at the beginning, but after that, my weight has stayed the same.

[@HarmonHitztaler]

You have helped me SOOO much! Thanks a lot, YOURE my fav KZbinr, YOURE gorgeous, and AMAZING! Keep up the good work!

[@katertots3097]

Thank you for all you do. 💛 I enjoy your shorts/reels/etc, but I miss your longer pointed content; the ones more like this one. 💛

[@tinakamins5898]

Agree 💯 percent!

[@Renee-n9y]

A combination of intuitive eating and intermittent fasting has taken away 90percent of my disorder eating. Thanks

[@lilypad8922]

I just found one of your videos from a year ago, and then clicked on this one. All I want to say is that I hope you are well ❤

[@aslgulkucukcayr3660]

The app is free to download but most of the content requires paid membership. Just a heads up.

[@nberkel]

Bummed you avoided most of the real questions I saw posted, but I get you want to avoid being on the hook for your own journey at this point. Enjoyed the content and actually thought, aside from the first 5 minutes, it was one of your more organized videos 👍🏼

[@rachellelewis9389]

I love this video because it is impromptu and real. Real questions and real answers in real time! Thank you so much for your thoughts and free information. I really feel a change toward food since I came across your page. I still have diet culture brain around food and exercise but I am seeing a much more gentle approach that I am coming around to, thanks to your wonderful advice!❤

[@luvfitall]

Frequency over quantity! LOVE this!

[@carrigan_dann]

you have helped my relationship with food so much! my mom and i love those protein bars! another one of our favorites are the "Built protein puff bars"! it's like a marshmallow mixed with a protein bar! my favorite flavor is cookie dough. second favorite is brownie batter. the cookie dough one actually has cookie dough pieces on it! 😋thank you so much for helping so many people. definitely recommend the delicious protein bars! ❤❤

[@tprevite]

I'm getting mine soon (on her recommendation). I can't wait to try them!! (choc chip cookie dough/puff bars)

[@meredithgomes6559]

Living for the Theo content!

[@keepingupwithkelsey2980]

I cant wait to see your cruise video. Im go9ng in May and i find that the unlimited options get overwhelming but also the stress to finish my food because we paid for it goes away on the cruise because if it doesnt taste great or satisfy i can always pick something else

[@jennaberkel7101]

Besides the beginning being a bit scattered the video was very informative. Give yourself the credit!!!!

[@ChipsandDip-SalsaandQueso]

I love your videos! You are so inspiring!❤

[@Monica-xh4vn]

Thank you for sharing! Love all the content and resources. I’ve been thinking about set point theory, and was wondering if there is any research/evidence to support it? I know research is mixed but I think it does depend on the context,

[@danastonerock]

Creamy crisp is the best !!

[@ColleenChristensen]

Deeeeelish! 😍

[@mahyeol1485]

You are incredible Thank u sm for helping me find myself again

[@tprevite]

I hope I get to see all of the cruise vides and I hope they discuss how not to over eat on one. I am going to one soon and I am scared. I've been happily losing weight and I don't want to blow it.

[@elise_g]

Omg those protein bars are the best! So yummy

[@ColleenChristensen]

So so delish! 😍

[@ellyneil8219]

Question: I know you have the belief that what you eat does not have morals attached to them but, I'm wondering on how you can eat what your body tells you when there are morals attached? To explain, I am vegetarian. So, my morals do not allow me to eat meat. How can I heal my relationship with food and keep to my moral standards?

[@ColleenChristensen]

Hey! Super great question! When you download the app and take the 2 minute quiz that will customize your intuitive eating plan you can state "dietary restrictions" and there is actually a lesson that will help with this!

[@treefrog101]

I knew your videos had been planting seeds when after I came back to the states (home) from overseas for 6 months and bought my favorite gf Oreos (Glutino -not available overseas and since I have celiac, these were something I was missing) ...and didn't eat the whole bag in one go. Subscribed.

[@jwoolman5]

Oreos now has a GF version....

[@Goodvibes77763]

OMG i looove your videos! 💝💝💝

[@ameliaballinger789]

Hi Collen! I love your shorsts and have found your content very helpful :) Please can you explain more about what you mean by having a "plan" for inituitive eating? I worry that a "plan" could lead to restiction. What is the difference?

[@ameliaballinger789]

Also please could you give some examples of what to include in a plan

[@ColleenChristensen]

Hey! Super fab question 💕 a plan just means a way to learn! Not a plan of what to eat. Eating intuitively is like learning a new language. Sure you can go immerse yourself in the new culture and figure it out but having a guide help and teach you can be less stressful 💕 that’s exactly what I’m here for and what my app does- ensures you have the right steps to follow to learn n!

[@hollychatterton6983]

I'd love a video on your story as I'm just starting my journey

[@ColleenChristensen]

Noted!! 🥰🥰🥰 I’d highly recommend downloading the app to get started! Lots in there to explore for free 💕 my biggest piece of advice is to have a plan that fits your needs!

[@hollychatterton6983]

@@ColleenChristensen already did 😀

[@Ossa515]

You've helped us all so much! Im so happy your channel found its way onto my youtube.

[@joannjacquin4983]

I don’t feel good about my body at my present weight, but I’m post menopausal and am wondering if intuitive eating and getting my body to release extra weight is much more difficult because of that.

[@laurae1031]

Ahh! I installed your app a little while back but didn't complete sign in as I came to a paywall. Thanks to this video, I realized you had amazing free stuff and went back to finish signing in. Signing up as a new user didn’t work as it said my email address had already been taken, but when I went to sign in (as an established user) and clicked 'I forgot my password,' it said my email address was invalid. 😢

[@w.vangaal1077]

I think your dog is great example of what happens when you eat without rules or implement a plan that helps you with 'impuls control'. Beagles, in general, will just eat about everything if you are not careful.. they will even go through your garbage to get it or steal it from you.. so you will need to add rules or train them to not let them eat everything.. but not overly restict them..

[@EshanaBhattacharjee]

This is so unfair all the protein bars you eat look so delish, and yet when I buy from stores, they all turn out to be cardboards😢

[@JM.989]

This barebells is actually amazing

[@devonevans8868]

Can you please share your stories on Facebook again? I don’t have IG and I miss ya!

[@RileyDebernarde]

Hey Colleen I went through Ed recovery and went through a phase of extreme hunger, but after my extreme hunger I suddenly have no appetite for anything I worry I’m not getting In nutrients that I need because of not wanting to eat right now so should I just force myself to eat more because it’s good for me? or “listen to my body” and don’t because I don’t want to

[@dontfit6380]

Do you have no appetite because you’re eating healthy foods? If your a healthy weight then I wouldn’t worry about not being hungry. Just because something is good for you doesn’t mean you should eat. Eat healthy food when you’re hungry. Now if you’re severely underweight and not hungry well then you should eat some healthy food.

[@RileyDebernarde]

@@dontfit6380 that is true, I was scared about losing my hair again bc I lost half of my hair when I was in my Ed because I wasn’t getting in things I needed but I understand wym I’m eating healthy and some unhealthy food here n there

[@dontfit6380]

@@RileyDebernarde you look healthy. I’m sure you’ve got this. Just make sure your eating more healthy food then unhealthy and your body will get everything it needs. I’m glad you recognize there is a difference between healthy and unhealthy foods many on here don’t.

[@AddisonRue-nb3tn]

Colleen… I’m litterally tearing up🥹🥹🥹 you are litterally soooo sweet and thoughtful, and I am so extremely grateful for you! I love your videos sooo much, and you are such a caring person!! I’m so glad I found you in the depth of my ED. You have helped me tremendously, and I am so friggin grateful for you❤️❤️❤️

[@xIamDumbx]

My problem is that your App is 17+ and i am not that old (I know, I destroyed my relation ship with food this young)...

[@shelleynielsen6411]

I really appreciate you as a dietitian and yes, I have learned some things but I feel like because you were born thin and you have a metabolism that works on your behalf. This works for other folks. This just does not. I wish

[@addie3359]

can you be any age to use the app?

[@tammidavis7630]

If I join can I cancel at anytime?

[@ColleenChristensen]

Hey! Yes absolutely if you join with a monthly membership cancel any time ❤ But I think you're going to love it!

[@KimberleeSilbaugh]

You are a great dietitian! Thanks for all you do

[@annjames1837]

My CGM has trained my brain to stay away from highly processed, high carb foods. My A1C is perfect now!

[@dontfit6380]

Excellent! Everyone needs to stay away from those types of foods yet this channel seems to promote them.

[@DaMaG3d-G00d5]

​Intuitive eating is for people that binge eat. It's the only thing that stopped me from stuffing my face with food from emotional eating. There is nothing wrong with high carb foods in moderation. ​@@dontfit6380

[@brittneyhenthorn]

@@dontfit6380 that’s because she’s being paid to promote the processed food lifestyle

[@dontfit6380]

@@brittneyhenthorn YES!! I thought people were finally figuring out not to eat this way and here’s this channel completely convincing young minds that we need to eat processed food to survive. I’ve actually been told you could die if you don’t eat sugar. 😔

[@Dutchy-lf5kf]

That intuitive eating is aging you like milk

[@dianaeritter76]

What does that even mean? And how do 7 other people who liked this comment understand?

[@surpriz759]

@@dianaeritter76It is even 13 likes now 😂

[@dontfit6380]

Weird it looks as if she’s regulating the dogs food.

[@w.vangaal1077]

You have never owned a beagle! You have to restrict them.. They are not intuitive eaters.. They will eat everything that is basically a food, doesn't matter if they are not allowed to or not. They dig through garbage to get it, grab it from you hands (why eating on the floor is a no go) and will always go after something that smells good. You can train them but it is not easy.. they most likely train you.

[@dontfit6380]

@@w.vangaal1077 yes I know beagles just like the majority of dogs cannot self regulate. Just like some people can’t self regulate.