Cake over Keto: Episode 13 - The sticky topic of Halloween sweets.

Why would a nutritionist encourage you to buy more sweets and eat more sweets? She’s lost the plot surely, or is she just stupid?

Well, no she hasn’t and no she’s not. Do you know what the scariest thing is about this Halloween? The amount of food and body shaming going on, and yes this is aimed at kids too. Do you know more children than ever are being treated for eating disorders? And children as young as 3 are worried about getting fat.

This has nothing to do with having more access to sweets and chocolate, but more about it being the forbidden fruit. Foods that are placed off limits have increased appeal. It’s more likely you’ll overeat a food you’ve been told you can’t have and experience a loss of control.

Listen as Mel explains why so many are terrified of sugar (also listen to the previous episode about whether addiction is a thing) and explains why it’s important we give permission to eat the foods we or our kids want.

Halloween can be a triggering time for those who have an eating disorder or a difficult relationship with food so there’ll be some tips and reminders on how to find calm and safety during this time.