Why We Binge: Understanding the Restrict-Binge Cycle
The Midlife Feast Podcast
Published: March 2025
Hosted by Jenn Salib Huber
About this Episode
In this conversation with The Midlife Feast Podcast, we unpack the restrict-binge cycle and explore why binge eating is about far more than a lack of willpower. We discuss the emotional and physical factors that can drive binge eating, the impact of chronic dieting, and how building trust with food can support long-term recovery.
What You'll Learn
Why binge eating isn't a willpower problem
How restriction and dieting can fuel binge eating
The emotional triggers that often drive eating behaviours
The connection between ADHD and binge eating
How food scarcity can increase cravings and food preoccupation
What food abundance means and how it can support recovery
Practical ways to build trust with food again
How mindful eating can help you reconnect with your body's needs
Steps towards breaking free from the restrict-binge cycle
This episode is for anyone who feels stuck in the cycle of restricting, craving, and overeating and wants a more compassionate and sustainable approach to healing their relationship with food.
