Welcome to The Forking Truth!

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Nina and Dr. Alisa take a hard look at Overeaters Anonymous (OA) and its impact on those struggling with food and body image. While OA is often seen as a source of support, the doctors argue that it can actually deepen shame, promote disempowerment, and pathologize normal emotional responses to food.

They explore how OA’s structure and language reinforce the idea that people are “addicted” to food, when in reality, food is often a coping mechanism, not the core issue. With compassion and clarity, Dr. Nina and Dr. Alisa emphasize that eating behaviors are not a moral failing, and true healing comes from addressing emotional wounds, not adopting restrictive rules or shame-based identities.

If you’ve ever felt like recovery should feel more freeing than fearful, this episode offers a powerful alternative perspective grounded in self-compassion, emotional insight, and empowerment.

Key Takeaways:

• OA often masks harm as healing.
• Food isn’t the problem—it’s a solution to deeper emotional pain.
• Labeling yourself an “addict” can increase shame and hinder healing.
• Your eating behaviors don’t define your identity.
• There are no food crimes—eating isn’t a moral issue.
• OA can reinforce the toxic belief of not being “good enough.”
• You can unlearn harmful food patterns without punishment.
• Real recovery focuses on emotional insight, not restriction.
• There are empowering, compassionate alternatives to OA.
• Self-compassion is the foundation of true transformation.

Tune in if you’re ready to challenge shame-based recovery models, reclaim your relationship with food, and begin healing from a place of understanding, not judgment.

If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:

Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel

It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!

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Welcome to The Forking Truth!

In this filling bitesize recap, Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin and Dr Alisa Karmel delve into the complexities of emotional eating, emphasising that it's not just about the food we consume but the emotions that drive our choices.

They discuss the importance of understanding what emotions are at play when we turn to food, and how acknowledging these feelings can lead to healthier coping mechanisms. The conversation also highlights the significance of embracing a full spectrum of emotions, rather than just focusing on positive feelings, to achieve emotional freedom and well-being.

Key Takeaways:

• It's not what you're eating that is the problem, it's what's eating at you.
• Dieting is a form of self abandonment.
• Understanding your food choices can reveal emotional needs.
• Unpleasant emotions are a natural part of being human.
• The only way to get rid of feelings is to feel them.
• You can't ignore or positive think your feelings away.
• Emotional awareness is crucial for personal growth.
• You can feel multiple emotions at the same time.
• Weight loss does not equate to emotional resolution.
• Embracing a range of emotions leads to freedom.

Ready to break free from food rules and rediscover your joy? Tune in, take notes, and remember—food freedom is within your reach!

If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:

Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel

It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!

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Welcome to The Forking Truth!

In this filling bitesize recap, Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin and Dr Alisa Karmel explore the evolution of body image perceptions, the societal pressures surrounding weight and fatness, and the importance of food neutrality.

They challenge the negative connotations associated with being fat and emphasise the need for self-compassion and a healthy relationship with food. Plus a discussion on how the diet industry perpetuates harmful beliefs and how individuals can reclaim their self-worth regardless of their size.

Key Takeaways:

• The perception of fatness has evolved from a moral standpoint to a negative one.
• The diet industry promotes the illusion that thinness equates to happiness and success.
• Self-worth should not be tied to body size or weight.
• Food should be enjoyed without the stigma of being 'good' or 'bad'.
• Challenging societal norms around body image is essential for mental health.
• It's possible to accept one's body while also wanting to change it.
• Compassion towards oneself is crucial in overcoming negative self-talk.
• Curiosity about one's eating habits can lead to healthier relationships with food.
• The idea of food neutrality can help break the cycle of dieting and bingeing.
• Self-acceptance is a journey that can coexist with the desire for change.

Ready to break free from food rules and rediscover your joy? Tune in, take notes, and remember—food freedom is within your reach!

If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:

Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel

It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!

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Welcome to The Forking Truth!

In this insightful episode, Dr. Nina and Dr. Alisa take a deep dive into the idea of the "magic number", that elusive goal weight so many of us have been conditioned to chase. They unpack how society, diet culture, and even generational messaging have ingrained the belief that a certain number on the scale equals happiness, success, and self-worth.

From emotional attachments to unrealistic expectations, this conversation shines a light on how numbers can dominate our self-image and keep us from experiencing true confidence and well-being. Dr. Nina and Dr. Alisa explore how redefining confidence, questioning inherited beliefs, and prioritizing emotional health can help listeners find freedom from the number game.

Whether you're currently pursuing a health journey or re-evaluating your relationship with weight, this episode offers a compassionate, empowering reminder: you are more than a number.

Key Takeaways:

• The “magic number” is a social construct tied to false promises of happiness.
• Emotional attachment to weight often links back to memories and personal experiences.
• The diet industry profits from unrealistic, damaging beliefs about weight and self-worth.
• Weight loss is not a superpower—real power comes from within.
• Confidence doesn’t have to wait for the scale to approve.
• Generational beliefs about body image can be unlearned and reshaped.
• Healing is possible through honest, cross-generational conversations.
• Prioritizing emotional health leads to lasting self-acceptance.
• Challenging caregiver-instilled beliefs creates space for freedom.
• Shifting focus from weight to values fosters true fulfilment.

Tune in if you’re ready to release the number, reclaim your worth, and redefine what confidence looks like—on your own terms.

If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:

Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel

It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!

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Welcome to The Forking Truth!

In this empowering conversation, Dr. Nina and Dr. Alisa dive deep into the societal pressures that tie worth to appearance—particularly weight.

They share personal insights on body image, explore how weight can influence relationships, and examine the often-harmful compliments like “you have such a pretty face.”

Together, they unpack how beauty standards are socially constructed, and how we can rewrite the narrative to foster self-worth, body neutrality, and true empowerment. This episode is a powerful reminder that you are more than your reflection—and you deserve unconditional acceptance.

Key Takeaways:

• “You have such a pretty face” often reflects conditional acceptance rooted in body size.
• Weight loss does not guarantee better relationships or increased self-esteem.
• Beauty standards are cultural constructs that evolve over time.
• Character, integrity, and personality outweigh physical appearance.
• Society often mislabels fatness as a personal failing.
• Diet culture must be challenged to build healthier, more inclusive perspectives.
• Unconditional love should not depend on meeting societal beauty ideals.
• Confidence and self-acceptance are foundational to mental and emotional health.

Tune in if you’re ready to break beauty rules, reclaim your worth and own your power unapologetically.

If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:

Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel

It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Forking Truth!

In this liberating conversation, Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin and Dr Alisa Karmel tackle the most pervasive—and harmful—food rules that keep us trapped in cycles of guilt, deprivation, and bingeing.

From demonizing carbs and sugar to the pressure of the “Clean Your Plate Club” and the false promise of clean eating, they dismantle each myth with science, compassion, and real-life examples.

Rather than prescribing another restrictive diet, the doctors invite you to rediscover the joy of eating, listen to your body’s wisdom, and build a healthier, more intuitive relationship with food.

Key Takeaways

• Carbs Aren’t the Enemy: Whole grains, fruits, and starchy veggies are essential fuels—not villains.
• Deprivation Backfires: Strict rules lead to cravings and binge-eating cycles.
• Intuitive Eating Works: Tuning into hunger and fullness cues fosters balance and satisfaction.
• Portion Control vs. Clean Plate: Forcing yourself to finish every bite can override your body’s signals.
• Sugar in Context: Natural sweetness isn’t addictive—context and mindset matter more.
• The Clean Eating Trap: Obsessing over “pure” foods often results in joyless, bland meals.
• Food Should Delight You: Pleasure is a vital part of nourishment and well-being.
• Break the Rules: Challenging restrictive beliefs opens the door to lasting freedom.
• Practice Makes Progress: Intuitive eating is a skill you develop over time—be patient.

Ready to break free from food rules and rediscover your joy? Tune in, take notes, and remember—food freedom is within your reach!

If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:

Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel

It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Forking Truth!

In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin and Dr Alisa Karmel unpack the hidden emotional layers behind body image and weight.

They explore how being heavy can serve as a subconscious shield from vulnerability, intimacy, or past trauma. From fears of being objectified to the emotional weight carried in relationships, this episode shines a light on why self-compassion and emotional honesty are key to lasting growth. The Dr's also discuss how cultural beliefs can keep us stuck in cycles of self-blame and suffering—and how small, gentle steps toward healing can lead to powerful transformation.

Key Takeaways:

• Fear of being skinny is real—and often rooted in emotional protection.
• Carrying extra weight can be a subconscious way to feel safe.
• Past trauma and objectification often shape body image struggles.
• Weight changes can deeply affect romantic and interpersonal relationships.
• Self-blame in relationships can mask deeper emotional wounds.
• Healing requires self-compassion and confronting the root causes, not just the symptoms.
• Cultural messages can reinforce suffering as noble or necessary—challenge that.
• You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight—baby steps matter.
• Every person deserves happiness, self-esteem, and emotional safety.
• Growth starts with gentle curiosity, not judgment.

If you've ever wondered why weight feels so emotionally heavy, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover how your body might be protecting your heart—and how self-compassion can guide you to healing.

If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:

Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel

It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.