In today’s episode, Sam is joined by Ryann Prentice, a licensed therapist specializing in binge eating disorder to discuss how to decrease binge eating with PCOS.For seven years, Ryann battled with binge eating, a struggle that overshadowed her life until she pursued a journey of recovery. Her personal experiences propelled her towards a career dedicated to guiding others through their own struggles with eating disorders.In this episode, we'll explore how weight loss, an often-suggested measure for managing PCOS, can spiral into unhealthy behaviors and exacerbate issues like binge eating. Ryann will dissect the misconceptions surrounding binge eating, emphasizing that it's not about a lack of willpower or an obsession with food, but a complex emotional coping mechanism.With an in-depth discussion on the five phases of healing from emotional eating, Ryann shares her insights on the importance of nourishment, mindset, and emotions management. We'll also talk about the significant difference between overeating and clinical binge eating and why understanding this difference matters.Ryann offers tangible action steps for those fighting binge eating, advocating for structured eating habits and intentional eating practices. As we navigate the ocean of healthcare and therapy, she'll guide us on how to seek specialized support and understand the underlying issues that fuel binge eating disorders.In this episode, we’ll also discuss:What binge eating isSome factors that lead to binge eatingWhy PCOS creates the perfect storm for bingesRyann’s 2 top tips for decreasing binge eatingSo, if you're ready to manage binge eating and work towards self-care and healing, this episode is a must-listen. Let's get ready to be nourished with Ryann Prentice here on the Nourished with PCOS Pod. Join the Nourished with PCOS CollectiveA membership for non-dieters to help you reduce PCOS symptoms without food rules or restriction. Click here to join for $29/month.Follow Sam on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pcos.nutritionist/