Faith-Filled Food Freedom | Disordered Eating, Body Image, Weight Loss Obsession, Anxiety, Nutrition

Brittany Braswell - Non-Diet Registered Dietitian for Christian Women
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Faith-Filled Food Freedom | Disordered Eating, Body Image, Weight Loss Obsession, Anxiety, Nutrition

Tired of obsessing over food, calories, or the scale? Googling “how to stop hating my body” at midnight? I get it, friend. I’m Brittany—a dietitian, Jesus-lover, and recovering perfectionist who believed diet culture’s lies for too long. In this podcast, we mix scripture, evidence-based nutrition, mental health, & a little grace to help you ditch food guilt, heal your body image, and finally embrace the freedom you were made for. If you’re ready to silence the diet noise, find food peace, & honor God with your health, this show is for you. So grab your Bible because your journey starts here.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    130. How Your Nervous System Could Be Secretly Sabotaging Your Food Freedom (And What to Do About It) with Adriane Thompson

    Ever wondered how your body's nervous system connects to your eating habits and overall well-being? What if understanding this hidden connection could help you escape the mental and emotional spiral when food or body image triggers strike. In today's episode, host Brittany Braswell chats with Adriane fromRaising Kids with Purpose to explore the surprising connection between the nervous system and food freedom.  They break down how understanding your body's command center can help reduce stress, overcome anxiety, and cultivate a healthier relationship with food and your body. Adriane shares practical insights, rooted in science and real-life experiences, to help you navigate nervous system regulation so you can escape the mental spiral and feel calm again. A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include: 🍩 How an unregulated nervous system can keep you stuck in the cycle of emotional eating or body fixation 🧠 The signs your nervous system is in fight, flight, or freeze mode—and what that means for your relationship with food 👩‍👧‍👦 What Adriane learned from raising neurodivergent kids that can help anyone manage stress and anxiety 📚 Why understanding your body’s signals is key to finding lasting food and body peace 🎧 Simple, science-backed tools to help you start regulating your nervous system right now so you can feel more calm and confident Resources mentioned: > Snag Adriane’sM.Y.S.E.L.F. eBook > Find Deb Dana’sPolyvagal Flip Chart on Amazon Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image: >Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE! >Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list. >Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating > Join our FREE community in theFood Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus. Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition?Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast! If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review onApple Podcasts orSpotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You canleave your podcast review here instead 😉. Connect with Brittany onInstagram @ brittanybraswellrd *Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

    50 min

  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    129. Should You DIY Your Recovery or Seek Help? How to Know What’s Best for You on Your Food Freedom Journey

    Ever feel like your recovery journey is a confusing road trip without a map? Should you go it alone, or is it time to call in reinforcements? In today’s episode, Brittany breaks down how to know when it’s okay to DIY your food freedom journey and when it’s time to seek extra support. You’ll hear practical insights on what it looks like to have a manageable path versus hitting those red-flag roadblocks where professional help is a must. Get ready to learn how to navigate this journey with confidence, clarity, and the right tools by your side. A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include... 🧭 Signs you might be ready for a DIY approach to recovery 🚧 Red flags that signal it’s time to get help 🛠️ Practical steps for building support and accountability 🔔 How to recognize warning signs of lapses and relapses 💬 What to do when you feel “not sick enough” to ask for help Resources mentioned: >Learn more about getting started with The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE! > Want a DIY option? Email our team at hello@brittanybraswellrd.com for special access to a DIY self-paced version of The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE. Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image: >Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list. >Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating > Join our FREE community in theFood Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus. Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition?Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast! If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review onApple Podcasts orSpotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You canleave your podcast review here instead 😉. Connect with Brittany onInstagram *Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

    17 min

  3. FEB 13

    128. Clean Eating, Food Rules, and... Goats? Crazy Food Freedom Insights from the Book of Leviticus

    Have food rules left you feeling exhausted and trapped? Discover how God invites you to a life of freedom and restoration. Many Christian women feel burdened by guilt and shame when it comes to food choices and body image. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether food rules define your worth or needing a "reset button" for your relationship with food, this episode offers biblically-inspired encouragement and wisdom to help you break free. In today’s episode, Brittany dives into key passages from Leviticus, unpacking how God’s Word speaks to our struggles with food, holiness, and identity. You’ll hear fresh insights inspired by Dr. Michael Heiser’s teachings on Leviticus and gain practical truths for experiencing a life of food freedom rooted in Christ. A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…  🍲 How ancient food laws reveal truths about holiness  💀 The surprising symbolism behind the two goats involved in the Day of Atonement  🏡 What resetting your home (and your mindset) has to do with food freedom 🌚 Why rest is essential—not a sign of weakness  💭 Practical ways God offers you a reset every single day Resources mentioned: >The Naked Bible Podcast Episode 74: Leviticus 11 Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image: >Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE! >Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list. >Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating > Join our FREE community in theFood Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus. Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition?Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast! If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review onApple Podcasts orSpotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You canleave your podcast review here instead 😉. Connect with Brittany onInstagram *Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

    33 min

  4. FEB 11

    127. 5 Powerful Food Freedom Lessons for the Christian Woman…and They’re All Found in Leviticus! What?!

    Feeling weighed down by guilt over food or stuck in a never-ending cycle of control? What if the book of Leviticus holds surprising lessons for finding peace, joy, and connection at the table? In today’s episode, Brittany Braswell dives deep into five powerful food freedom lessons hidden within the offerings in Leviticus. From burnt offerings to guilt offerings, she explores how these ancient practices reveal God's heart for connection, purification, and restoration.  Expect practical spiritual takeaways, relatable stories (like that Thanksgiving turkey mishap!), and insights that will leave you inspired to approach your relationship with food differently. A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🦃 A story about holiday meals, puzzles, and God’s unexpected lessons from the kitchen🔥 The surprising role of ancient offerings in connecting with God🧂 Why salt (yes, salt!) was essential for remembering God’s promises🧹 How cleaning your kitchen counters has something to do with sacred space💞 What restitution and body image healing have in common Resources mentioned: >The Naked Bible Podcast (Episodes 63-67) >JoinThe Joy-Filled Eater LIVE Coaching Program Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image: >Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list. >Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating > Join our FREE community in theFood Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus. Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition?Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast! If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review onApple Podcasts orSpotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You canleave your podcast review here instead 😉. Connect with Brittany onInstagram *Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

    29 min

  5. FEB 6

    126. Been Feeling Anxious? How to Manage Food Anxiety as a Christian Woman

    Anxiety is like the awful backseat driver that nobody wants tagging along. That’s why it’s so important that Christian women learn how to manage their anxiety when it comes up.  Otherwise, you end up feeling like everything’s falling apart all the time. In today’s episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom, you’re getting a backstage pass to hear from one of the guest experts inside our signature food freedom program, The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE.  Charlie Bishop is a licensed therapist who spoke to our group members to train them on how to better manage their anxiety by learning to recognize when it’s coming on, then cope with it effectively. You’re getting to hear a little snippet of her training in this episode, so be sure to keep a pen and paper handy to take some good notes. And if you hear the full training, along with 13+ other guest experts, be sure to check out The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE at www.brittanybraswellrd.com.course.  Topics discussed in this episode include: 🎛️ How learning to cope with anxiety triggers can give you back a sense of control 😨 The difference between fear foods and trauma foods and why we cope with each type differently 🫁 Coping skills you can use to begin managing your anxiety 🎯 Why your goals matter when it comes to managing anxiety Resources mentioned: > Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE! Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image: > Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list. > Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating > Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus. Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast! If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉. Connect with Brittany on Instagram *Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

    10 min

  6. FEB 4

    125. Are You A Stress Eater? 4 Tips For Navigating Stress Without Relying on Food

    Is stress sneaking into your life like a slow leak, leaving you reaching for food to cope? Stress can feel overwhelming, like carrying a backpack filled with rocks—each new challenge adding more weight until it’s nearly unbearable. If you’ve found yourself turning to food to relieve stress or struggling to know how to manage it without overeating, you’re not alone. But what if there’s a better way to patch the leak instead of bailing water with a tiny cup? In today’s episode, Brittany breaks down the connection between stress and emotional eating, sharing four simple strategies to help you navigate stress without relying on food. Whether you're feeling like stress has hijacked your hunger cues or you're just tired of feeling out of control, this episode will empower you with practical tools to lighten the load and build resilience. A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include: 🛶 A relatable analogy that explains why food can feel like a quick fix for stress 📚 How to uncover the root causes of your stress and tackle them effectively ⛽ Why stress throws off your “fuel gauge” and how to recalibrate it 🔧 Why it’s okay to eat for emotional reasons—and how to make it work for you 💪 How movement can be a game-changer for releasing tension in your body Resources mentioned: > Download your free Needs Assessment > Claim your free 7-day membership inside The Stronger Collective App for movement inspiration Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image: > Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE! > Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list. > Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating > Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus. Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast! If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉. Connect with Brittany on Instagram *Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

    24 min

  7. JAN 30

    124. The #1 Way to Consistently Improve Your Relationship with Food & Body Image as a Christian Woman

    Are you stuck in the endless loop of saying “I’ll try”, then wondering why your relationship with food and body image isn’t consistently improving? For many Christian women, the journey toward food freedom feels like a constant uphill battle. “Trying” to be more mindful, to break food rules, or to challenge fear foods often leaves us feeling discouraged and stuck. But what if the secret to real progress isn’t trying harder—it’s committing differently? In today’s episode, Brittany shares a personal story about how investing in her own growth transformed her approach to helping others and reveals the mindset shift that can help you truly prioritize your food freedom journey. She’s breaking down why “I’ll try” isn’t cutting it and how making intentional commitments can radically change your path forward. A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include: 💡 How “I’ll try” creates a loophole for failure 📅 What jury duty has to do with improving your body image 🎯 The power of specific commitments and accountability ⏳ Why putting some skin in the game helps you pay attention 🙌 How to apply this 1 strategy to your food freedom journey to see consistent progress Resource mentioned: > Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE! Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image: > Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating > Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list. > Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus. Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast! If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉. Connect with Brittany on Instagram *Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

    16 min

  8. JAN 28

    123. Fasting Isn’t the Only Biblical Practice Around Food. The Surprising Truth Christians Can't Ignore with Anna Marie Long, RD, CEDS-C

    Ever wonder if fasting is the only food-related practice in Scripture? Or if there's more to how we, as Christians, are called to approach food and our relationship with it? This episode peels back the layers on a topic that diet culture has twisted and overlooked: biblical feasting. In today’s episode, Brittany Braswell sits down with Anna Marie Long, RD, CEDS-C, to dive into how the Bible beautifully integrates food, faith, and gratitude in ways that can transform your mindset around food. From what Scripture really says about food practices to the ways Jesus modeled feasting, Anna Marie offers eye-opening insights for anyone wanting to step away from diet culture and step into a Christ-centered approach to eating. A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include: 🍽️ Why fasting isn’t the whole story when it comes to food and faith 🙏 The biblical principle that can shift your mindset around meals 📖 Surprising ways Scripture highlights joy-filled eating 💡 How gratitude can change how you approach food (for real!) 👀 A sneak peek into a brand new resource on eating disorders and faith and why you need it Resources mentioned: Nourished by Faith: Biblical Perspective on Food, Eating Disorders, and Body Image by Anna Marie Long and Stephanie Brown Connect with Anna Marie Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image: > Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating > Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE! > Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list. > Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus. Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast! If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉. Connect with Brittany on Instagram *Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

    24 min
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Tired of obsessing over food, calories, or the scale? Googling “how to stop hating my body” at midnight? I get it, friend. I’m Brittany—a dietitian, Jesus-lover, and recovering perfectionist who believed diet culture’s lies for too long. In this podcast, we mix scripture, evidence-based nutrition, mental health, & a little grace to help you ditch food guilt, heal your body image, and finally embrace the freedom you were made for. If you’re ready to silence the diet noise, find food peace, & honor God with your health, this show is for you. So grab your Bible because your journey starts here.

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