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Jackie Kirschen, Registered Dietitian, Weight Loss Nutritionist & Mindful Eating Coach
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Do you wish you could lose weight without dieting, calorie counting, or feeling deprived? Are you tired of starting over every Monday, giving in to cravings, or feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting weight loss advice out there? Welcome to Lose Weight Mindfully! I’m Jackie Kirschen, a registered dietitian, mom, and foodie who lost 65 pounds with mindful eating and sustainable strategies. This podcast helps you lose weight sustainably, boost energy, and feel amazing in your clothes all WITHOUT counting calories! Let’s ditch diets and create a healthier relationship with food for good!

  1. 6D AGO

    119. Want To Lose 10 Pounds Before Summer? STOP Starting Over and Do This Instead

    Real talk, it is May, summer is literally around the corner, and if you have said "I need to lose 10 pounds before summer" approximately 47 times in the last five years, this episode is for you. Because the problem is not that you can't lose the weight. The problem is that you keep starting over instead of just keeping going. Starting over is not a fresh start. It's the same cycle with a different date on it. And until you break that cycle, the weight is not going anywhere. In this episode, I am breaking down exactly why you keep starting over and it is not a discipline problem or a motivation problem. It is a systems problem. We are talking about why your plan is too perfect for real life, why motivation will always let you down, and why one bad day keeps snowballing into a full restart every single week. But more importantly, I am giving you a simple 4-step summer plan that actually works with your real life, not the perfect version of it. You will learn how to pick one non-negotiable habit that compounds over time, how to make the healthy choice embarrassingly easy, two powerful questions to ask yourself every morning and every night, and why actually living your summer, the barbecues, the pool days, the vacations, is not the enemy of your weight loss. It is actually the key to it. You do not need a new plan. You need to stop abandoning the one that was working. Press play and let's make this the last summer you ever have to start over. xoxo, Jackie MORE FROM JACKIE:  > 🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide 👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist  RELATED EPISODES: 78 — How to Feel Confident in Your Swimsuit This Summer (Even If You Haven’t Hit Your Goal Weight Yet) 104 — Feeling Like a Failure? The Real Reason You’re Not Losing Weight Fast Enough 113 — How Christine Lost 20 Pounds Without Counting a Single Calorie (& Finally Found Food Freedom) 106 — Why You’re Not Losing Weight (And the 3 Simple Fixes That Actually Work)  114 — Why Your Metabolism Isn’t the Problem—But These 3 Habits Might Be SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things: 1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop 2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best. Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week! 🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!

    26 min

  2. APR 27

    118. Why Everything You've Heard About Your Metabolism Is Wrong (And What Actually Works for Weight Loss)

    Ever feel like the internet has completely gaslit you about your metabolism? Like you've been cutting carbs, grinding through cardio, and blaming your genetics and still nothing is working? Here's the truth nobody is saying out loud: almost everything you've been told about your metabolism is wrong. And the things you've been avoiding might actually be exactly what your body needs. In today’s episode, I'm busting 3 of the most persistent metabolism myths floating around social media, diet culture, and yes, even some doctors' offices. We're talking about why carbs are not the enemy (your thyroid actually needs them), why doing more exercise can make weight loss harder not easier, and why your genetics are not the death sentence you think they are. This is the episode I wish someone had handed me when I was cutting my protein bar into thirds, doing hours of cardio, and still gaining weight. The truth is your body isn't broken. It's been given the wrong instructions. When you stop restricting carbs out of fear, swap endless cardio for smarter movement, and start pulling the lifestyle levers that actually control your metabolic rate like sleep, protein, stress, and muscle, everything changes. I've seen it in my own 65lb journey and in hundreds of women inside Mindful Weight Loss Academy. You don't need to do more. You need to do what actually works. Press play and let's rewrite the story your metabolism has been trying to tell you all along. xoxo, Jackie MORE FROM JACKIE:  > 🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide 👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist  RELATED EPISODES: 101– 3 "Healthy" Mistakes That Are Wrecking Your Metabolism (& How to Fix Them!) 74 – Is THIS Keeping You From Losing Weight? The Shocking Truth About Gut Health & Weight Loss with Dr. Heather Finley 88 – Stuck on Your Weight Loss Goals? Here’s the ONE Shift That’ll Change Everything 105 – Alana Lost 35 Pounds Without Keto, Ozempic, or Giving Up Mac & Cheese—Here’s How! 102 – Want to Lose Weight in 2026 Without Counting a Single Calorie? Do This SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things: 1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop 2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best. Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week! 🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!

    24 min

  3. APR 20

    117. Is Food Noise Sabotaging Your Weight Loss? Here's How to Silence It Naturally (No GLP-1 Needed)

    Can we talk about food noise for a second? That constant mental chatter that starts the second you wake up. What am I going to eat today? Should I have that? I really want that. I shouldn't. Maybe just a little. If that sounds familiar, you are not alone and you are not crazy. Food noise isn't a willpower problem and it's not a character flaw. It's a physiological and psychological response to the way you've been taught to eat, and the good news is it can be healed. In this episode I'm giving you my honest, unfiltered take as a weight loss dietitian on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy and why a prescription is not the answer to silencing food noise for good. Yes, they can quiet the chatter temporarily. But they don't heal the root cause, and for many women the noise comes back louder when they stop. Mindful eating does something medication simply cannot. It dissolves the reason the noise was there in the first place. I'm also walking you through 3 powerful mindful eating strategies that start quieting food noise naturally, sustainably, and without a side effect list. We're talking about giving yourself unconditional permission to eat, reconnecting to your hunger and fullness cues, and eating for satisfaction instead of restriction. These are the exact tools that helped me break a 6-year binge and restrict cycle and lose 65 pounds without ever counting a calorie again. The goal was never just to stop thinking about food. The goal is to feel completely free around it. And that freedom is available to you, no prescription required. Press play and let's get you there. xoxo, Jackie MORE FROM JACKIE:  > 🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide 👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist  RELATED EPISODES: 81 – The Truth About GLP‑1s: Ozempic, Wegovy & Why You Should (or Shouldn’t) Take Them 103 – How to Lose Weight & Keep It Off in 2026: GLP-1s, Seed Oils & SkinnyTok Lies with Abbey Sharp 108 – When Life Gets “Lifey”: How To Stay Consistent With Weight Loss 106 – Why You’re Not Losing Weight (And the 3 Simple Fixes That Actually Work) 93 – 3 “Healthy” Habits That Are Actually Slowing Down Your Metabolism (& How to Fix Them!) SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things: 1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop 2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best. Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week! 🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!

    22 min

  4. APR 13

    116. How Jessica Lost 11 Pounds by Finally Prioritizing Herself (Not Another Diet)

    Ever look in the mirror and wonder, where the hell did I go? You’re doing everything—working, parenting, feeding tiny humans, keeping your house from exploding…and somehow, your needs always end up dead last. Jessica gets it. She’s a mom, one of my amazing clients, and a fellow dietitian who went from postpartum overwhelm and food guilt to 11 pounds down, glowing in her scrubs, and finally feeling like herself again. She was drowning in hormones, decision fatigue, and total burnout. Her scrubs were tight, her identity felt nonexistent, and the last thing she wanted was to track another calorie. In this episode, Jessica shares how saying yes to herself changed everything. You’ll hear how she stopped trying to do it all alone, ditched the all-or-nothing food rules, and found a way to eat that feels doable, peaceful, and actually energizing. She’s running again. She cut her hair. She’s dressing with confidence and finally seeing herself in the mirror as someone she’s proud of. If you’ve been white-knuckling it alone, wondering if it’s really worth trying something new—this one’s for you. Jessica’s story is proof that you don’t need to suffer to lose weight. You just need the right support, the right strategy, and permission to prioritize yourself again. Ready to stop struggling in silence and finally get back to the healthiest version of yourself? Press play to find her. xoxo, Jackie P.S. Want to see Jessica’s before & afters? Check out our Instagram highlights and celebrate her journey! MORE FROM JACKIE:  > 🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide 👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist  RELATED EPISODES: 109 - The Dietitian Who Needed a Dietitian: How Melissa Lost 21 Pounds Postpartum (And Regained Her Confidence! 113 - How Christine Lost 20 Pounds Without Counting a Single Calorie (& Finally Found Food Freedom) 110 - Why Your Brain Won’t Stop Thinking About Food (How to Quiet Food Noise for Good) 105 - Alana Lost 35 Pounds Without Keto, Ozempic, or Giving Up Mac & Cheese—Here’s How! 103 - How to Lose Weight & Keep It Off in 2026: GLP-1s, Seed Oils & SkinnyTok Lies with Abbey Sharp SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things: 1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop 2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best. Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week! 🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!

    34 min

  5. APR 6

    115. The 3 Hardest Things Nobody Warned Me About Losing 65 Pounds (And How I Got Through Them)

    Can I tell you something the weight loss industry will never put on a before and after post? Losing weight is HARD. Not just physically, but emotionally, psychologically, and in ways that nobody prepares you for. And that silence does so much damage. Because when you hit the hard parts and you will hit them, and nobody warned you they were coming, you think something is wrong with you. Nothing is wrong with you. The hard parts are where the real transformation actually happens. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the 3 hardest things I experienced on my own 65-pound weight loss journey that completely blindsided me. We're not talking about meal prep or workouts. We're talking about the inside stuff. How my body image actually got worse as I lost weight. How letting go of diet culture felt like grieving a part of my identity. And how the mental work was so much harder than anything physical, and I was completely unprepared for it. These are the things nobody warned me about, and I wish someone had. Because when you hit these moments and feel completely alone in them, it's easy to think you're failing. You're not. You're doing the deepest, most important work of the entire journey. The invisible work that nobody claps for but that makes lasting weight loss actually possible. If you've ever felt more self-conscious as you lost weight, struggled to let go of food rules that felt safe, or wondered why the scale moving still doesn't feel like enough, this episode is going to make you feel so seen. Press play and let's talk about the hard stuff nobody else is willing to say out loud. xoxo, Jackie MORE FROM JACKIE:  > 🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide 👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist  RELATED EPISODES: 110 – Why Your Brain Won’t Stop Thinking About Food (How to Quiet Food Noise for Good) 99 – 5 Questions That Helped Me Lose 65 Pounds Without Counting Calories! 86 – Life’s Too Short to Diet Forever: What Losing My Grandma Taught Me About Health & Aging Gracefully 77 – Can You Heal Your Body Image AND Lose Weight? with Rachel Goodman 76 – How to Stay Committed To Weight Loss Even When You Don’t See Results (Yet) SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things: 1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop 2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best. Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week! 🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!

    25 min

  6. MAR 30

    114. Why Your Metabolism Isn’t the Problem—But These 3 “Healthy Habits” Might Be

    Ever feel like your metabolism is broken and that’s why you’re not losing weight? Like you’re eating clean, barely snacking, pushing through workouts, and still the scale won’t move? It can feel so frustrating when you’re “doing everything right” and nothing seems to be working. In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth about your metabolism and why it’s probably not the problem. I’m sharing the 3 “healthy habits” that might actually be slowing your metabolism down, even though they look disciplined on the outside. From under-eating and overdoing cardio to living in constant stress mode, these patterns can quietly signal your body to hold onto weight instead of release it. If you’ve been stuck eating 1,200 calories, chasing sweat sessions, skipping rest, or running on five hours of sleep and calling it hustle, this conversation will be eye-opening. Your metabolism doesn’t respond to pressure. It responds to safety. And when your body feels nourished, strong, and regulated, fat loss becomes so much easier. We’re talking about how to fuel your metabolism properly, why strength training matters more than endless cardio, and how stress and cortisol directly impact belly fat and hormone balance. You don’t need to restrict harder. You don’t need more intensity. You need better signals. Ready to stop fighting your body and start working with it? Press play and let’s rebuild your metabolism in a way that supports sustainable weight loss, real energy, and long-term results. xoxo, Jackie MORE FROM JACKIE:  > 🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide 👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist  RELATED EPISODES: 106 - Why You’re Not Losing Weight (And the 3 Simple Fixes That Actually Work)⁠ ⁠108. When Life Gets “Lifey”: How To Stay Consistent With Weight Loss⁠ ⁠103. How to Lose Weight & Keep It Off in 2026: GLP-1s, Seed Oils & SkinnyTok Lies with Abbey Sharp⁠ ⁠102 - Want to Lose Weight in 2026 Without Counting a Single Calorie? Do This 93 - “Healthy” Habits That Are Actually Slowing Down Your Metabolism (& How to Fix Them!) SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things: 1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop 2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best. Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week! 🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!

    18 min

  7. MAR 23

    113. How Christine Lost 20 Pounds Without Counting a Single Calorie (& Finally Found Food Freedom)

    Ever wondered if mindful eating is actually real or just another buzzword? Today’s episode is such a treat because you’re meeting Christine, a super busy working mom of 2 who just graduated from the Mindful Weight Loss Academy (and let me tell you, her story is incredible!). If you’re burned out on strict meal plans, exhausted from counting macros, or convinced that weight loss requires protein shakes, perfection, and math spreadsheets, this conversation is going to feel like a deep breath. Christine opens up about her biggest lightbulb moments, including the day she realized her body isn’t a trash can for her kids’ leftovers, the moment she understood why the all-or-nothing approach kept her stuck, and how breaking up with old food rules finally helped her lose 20 pounds without counting a single calorie. And yes… she still enjoys her baked goods. We talk all about gentle accountability, why support and community matters so much, and how the right mindset (not another diet) is the real MVP for making changes that last. Christine shares how she went from questioning mindful eating to fully trusting her body, getting stronger, lifting heavier than ever, and literally glowing from the inside out. If you’re ready to feel like you’re finally in the driver’s seat of your health instead of riding shotgun with yet another crash diet, this episode is going to give you every bit of hope, encouragement, and “oh my gosh, me too” energy you need. Whether you're a mama juggling all the things or someone just craving peace with food, Christine’s story will show you what’s possible. xoxo, Jackie P.S. Want to see Christine’s before & afters? Check out our Instagram highlights and celebrate her journey! MORE FROM JACKIE:  > 🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide 👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist  RELATED EPISODES: 105 - Alana Lost 35 Pounds Without Keto, Ozempic, or Giving Up Mac & Cheese—Here’s How! 89 - The 5 Biggest Weight Loss Myths I Wish I Never Believed (And What I’d Tell Myself Starting Over) 98 - How Macy Lost 26 Pounds Postpartum Without Counting a Single Calorie (+ Still Ate Oreos!) 60 - How Brooke Lost 30 Pounds and Kept It Off for 2 Years with Mindful Eating! 104 - Feeling Like a Failure? The Real Reason You’re Not Losing Weight Fast Enough SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things: 1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop 2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best. Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week! 🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!

    35 min

  8. MAR 16

    112. The 5 Biggest Weight Loss Lies I Believed in My 20s (And What Actually Works at 35)

    Ever wish you could sit down with your 20-year-old self and tell her to stop obsessing over 1,200 calories, endless cardio, and starting over every Monday? Same. In this birthday reflection episode, I’m sharing the 5 biggest weight loss lies I believed in my 20s and what actually works now at 35, after losing 65 pounds and keeping it off for over 15 years. If you’ve ever found yourself chasing extreme diets, feeling like every “bad day” means starting over, or believing smaller automatically means happier, you NEED to hear this. We’re busting toxic weight loss myths like “all calories are created equal” and “you have to work out every day to lose weight.” Plus, I’m breaking down why your comeback rate matters more than perfection and how to match your weight loss strategy to your current season of life. I’m sharing my journey from college calorie-counting and over-exercising to navigating post-baby body changes, and what it actually takes to build sustainable weight loss, real food freedom, confidence, and self-trust. Whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, 40s, or beyond, these lessons will help you stop chasing extremes and start building habits that fit your real life. If you’re tired of dieting, tired of starting over, and ready to lose weight in a way that actually lasts, press play. Your future self will thank you. xoxo, Jackie MORE FROM JACKIE:  > 🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide 👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist  RELATED EPISODES: 104 - Feeling Like a Failure? The Real Reason You’re Not Losing Weight Fast Enough 100 - 10 Lessons from 100 Episodes: What It Really Takes to Lose Weight & Keep It Off 99 - 5 Questions That Helped Me Lose 65 Pounds Without Counting Calories! 89 - The 5 Biggest Weight Loss Myths I Wish I Never Believed (And What I’d Tell Myself Starting Over) 80 - How to Stay Consistent with Weight Loss When Life Gets 'Lifey': Real-Life Strategies for Busy Women SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things: 1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop 2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best. Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week! 🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!

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Do you wish you could lose weight without dieting, calorie counting, or feeling deprived? Are you tired of starting over every Monday, giving in to cravings, or feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting weight loss advice out there? Welcome to Lose Weight Mindfully! I’m Jackie Kirschen, a registered dietitian, mom, and foodie who lost 65 pounds with mindful eating and sustainable strategies. This podcast helps you lose weight sustainably, boost energy, and feel amazing in your clothes all WITHOUT counting calories! Let’s ditch diets and create a healthier relationship with food for good!

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