Ready to take control of your mental and physical health?Tune in to this week's Health Bite with Dr. Adrienne Youdim! Discover why rest and relaxation are essential for your well-being and get practical tips on how to prioritize intentional breaks. Don't let external distractions and soothing like smoking, drinking, or overeating control your life. Instead, learn how to activate the default mode network in your brain and enhance your ability to concentrate and be creative. Join Dr. Adrienne Youdim for an engaging and solution-based conversation on how to redefine your relationship with food and prioritize rest for a healthier and happier you!What you'll learn from this episodeHungry for Respite:Exploring the need for rest and why relaxation isn't just a luxury - it's a necessity for both weight loss and overall well-being.The Benefits of downtime: How taking time off can improve mental, physical and wellbeingThe benefits of intentional restToday's Health Bite:Relaxation isn't just a luxury, it's a necessity for weight loss and overall well-being.By taking downtime and engaging in activities like daydreaming, we not only enhance our brain function but also burn more calories.Giving ourselves permission for respite is the key to avoiding the hunger that leads to unhealthy coping mechanisms, and ultimately, better mental and physical health.Ways to Connect with Dr. Adrienne Youdim: Email: dr@dradrienneyoudim.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradrienneyoudim/Website: https://www.dradrienneyoudim.comRecommended Resource Hungry for More: Stories and Science to Inspire Weight Loss From the Inside Out by Dr. Adrienne Youdim If you love it and you think it is of benefit, please share this podcast with one person that you love. You can also go to dradrienneyoudim.com/podcast if you prefer to get more podcast updates from us.