One of the most common questions I get is: “But will I lose weight with intuitive eating?”

This is such an important conversation because intuitive eating is often misunderstood. Many people approach it like another diet, and then feel frustrated when it doesn’t “work” the way they expected.

In this episode, I’m breaking down what the research actually says, what you can realistically expect, and why focusing solely on weight might actually be holding you back.

We’ll cover:

• What intuitive eating was really designed for
• Why some people lose, maintain, or even gain weight
• The psychological and physical benefits that matter more than the number on the scale
• Why turning intuitive eating into another “diet” backfires
• What you can expect if you’re just starting this journey

References & Resources Mentioned:

• Harvard Nutrition Source – Intuitive Eating
  
  
• Cleveland Clinic: What Is Intuitive Eating?
  
  
• NCBI – Intuitive Eating and Longitudinal Health Outcomes
  
  
• ScienceDirect: Intuitive Eating Studies
  
  
• SpringerLink: Intuitive Eating Review
  
  
• CV Wellbeing: Intuitive Eating & Weight Loss
  
  
• ZOE: Intuitive Eating Explained
  
  
• Alissa Rumsey – Intuitive Eating & Weight
  
  

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