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Episode 3177:

Rachael Link offers a grounded and compassionate guide for what to do after a binge, emphasizing recovery without guilt or extremes. With practical steps like rehydrating, practicing self-kindness, and returning to normal eating patterns, she helps readers avoid the binge-restrict cycle and build a healthier, more forgiving relationship with food.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-to-do-after-a-binge

Quotes to ponder:

"One binge won’t ruin your progress, but letting it spiral into an ongoing cycle can."

"Try not to think of foods as ‘good’ or ‘bad.’ Instead, focus on how they make you feel."

"Restricting yourself after a binge can increase cravings and the risk of bingeing again."

Episode references:

National Eating Disorders Association: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Eating Disorders: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6534340/

Intuitive Eating: https://www.intuitiveeating.org/

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