A Real Talk on Intuitive Eating

By Sahar Berjis, RD
Functional Nutritionist & Founder of Inner Health Wellness

“Don’t eat that, it’s bad.” “Eat this instead—it burns fat!” “Wait, are we still doing celery juice, or is that canceled?”

If you’re tired of confusing health advice, welcome to the club. And if you’ve ever wished for a way to eat that feels more human and less like a math equation, you’re in for a treat—because we’re diving into intuitive eating, one of the most refreshing (and misunderstood) approaches to nourishment.

Spoiler alert: it doesn’t involve giving up your favorite foods, counting macros, or swearing off birthday cake. It involves something far more radical: listening to your body.

IS THIS ANOTHER DIET?

Let’s just say it’s not a diet, it’s a return. A return to the way we were wired to eat before diet culture convinced us hunger was a flaw and carbs were out to get us.

At Inner Health Wellness, I often say: Your body is wise. Your cravings aren’t random. And no, you’re not addicted to food—you’re disconnected from your cues. Intuitive eating helps restore that connection.

Read the full article on Issuu >> August-September 2025 Issue