What happens when food—something meant to nourish and comfort—starts to feel like a threat? In this episode, we speak with a seasoned registered dietitian who has spent nearly 30 years helping clients unravel the complex web of food sensitivities, fear, and restriction.

We explore her model, the Conditioned Food Avoidance and Sensitivity Trap (C-FAST), which captures how people can become trapped in a cycle of fear, avoidance, and worsening symptoms—even without a clear medical diagnosis. You'll learn: How subconscious food-illness associations form

• The role of elimination diets, internet research, and fear-based messaging
• Why physiological reactions can be real—even when no biological trigger is found
• Practical strategies to rebuild trust in food and body
• What a biopsychosocial approach to food sensitivities really looks like

How her 6-week program, Soften Food Sensitivity Fear, helps people break free from this trap. If you or someone you know struggles with a growing list of food restrictions and constant worry about what to eat, this conversation will offer clarity, compassion, and hope. https://fastfreedomprogram.com/ Get 20% off with the coupon code: Susan.Watson.20%off

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In this episode of A Little Nutrition Talk Radio, host Susan Watson, RD sits down with colleague dietitian Cailee Heggestad, RD to explore five gentle shifts that can support the body through inflammation—without restriction or perfection.

Instead of focusing on what to cut out, this conversation centers on what you can add in to feel more energized, nourished, and supported. From tuning in to your hunger and energy cues, to making peace with movement and rest, this episode offers practical, compassionate strategies that meet you where you’re at.

Whether you're managing a chronic condition or simply looking for ways to feel better in your body, this conversation will help you reconnect with your body’s wisdom and celebrate the small changes that make a big difference.

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• Book a free consultation: https://alittlenutrition.janeapp.com/
• Email us: admin@alittlenutrition.com

Websites:

• Nutrition: https://www.alittlenutrition.com/
• Mental health: https://www.therapyserviceswinnipeg.com/
• Occupational Therapy: https://www.occupationaltherapywinnipeg.com/

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• Instagram: @alittlenutrition https://www.instagram.com/alittlenutrition/
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In this thoughtful and affirming episode of A Little Nutrition Talk Radio, host Susan Watson, RD, CEDRD and founder of A Little Nutrition Inc., sits down with therapist Kristy Rebenchuk to explore a compassionate truth: progress in therapy can sometimes feel unsettling, emotional, or unexpectedly challenging.

Together, they discuss how making changes—even small ones—can be a meaningful sign of growth. From uncovering long-held emotions to redefining what success in therapy can look like, this conversation offers a grounded perspective on the emotional complexity that often comes before clarity. Whether you're just starting therapy or well into your journey, this episode offers validation, encouragement, and the reminder that growth doesn’t have to look perfect to be powerful.

Resources:

• Book a free consultation: https://alittlenutrition.janeapp.com/
• Email us: admin@alittlenutrition.com

Websites:

• Nutrition: https://www.alittlenutrition.com/
• Mental health: https://www.therapyserviceswinnipeg.com/
• Occupational Therapy: https://www.occupationaltherapywinnipeg.com/

Social Media:

• Instagram: @alittlenutrition
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alittlenutrition
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@alittlenutrition

Free Printables & Tools:

(Quiz) How Peaceful Is Your Relationship With Food?

(PDF) 15 Balanced Meal Ideas

(PDF) Non-Sandwich Lunch Meal Ideas For Kids