#256: Conquering Your Cravings + Why Diets Fail With Dr. Jud Brewer

Join Gabby as she sits down with Dr. Judson Brewer, a renowned psychiatrist and neuroscientist, to explore the intersection of neuroscience, mindfulness, and everyday habits, with a particular focus on eating habits. Dr. Brewer, the author of "The Hunger Habit" and "Unwinding Anxiety," shares his extensive insights into how our brains form habits around anxiety, smoking, and eating, and how mindfulness can be a transformative power in addressing these habits. Through his practice, Dr. Brewer observed a positive spillover effect of mindfulness on eating behaviors while initially focusing on smoking and anxiety. This discovery led him to delve deeper into how mindfulness can specifically target and improve our relationship with food. Sponsors: OneSkin - Get 15% with code GABBY at Oneskin.co Vionic Shoes - Vionicshoes.com and use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire order when you log into your account Timeline -  timelinenutrition.com/GABBY and use code GABBY to get 10% off your order Blissy - Blissy.com/GABBY and use code GABBY to get an additional 30% off shopbeam.com/GABBY and use code GABBY for up to 40% off MAIN SECTION AND TIMECODE: Introduction and Overview of Dr. Brewer's Work [00:00:00 - 00:04:59] Gabby introduces Dr. Jud Brewer and his contribution to understanding the neuroscience of eating habits. The Science of Habits and Mindfulness [00:05:00 - 00:19:59] Dr. Brewer explains the neurological mechanisms behind cravings and the effectiveness of mindfulness in altering eating behaviors. Strategies for Mindful Eating [00:20:00 - 00:34:59] Detailed discussion on practical techniques, including the "RAIN" method, to foster mindfulness and disrupt unhealthy eating patterns. Understanding Emotional Eating and Cravings [00:35:00 - 00:49:59] Exploring the emotional and psychological aspects of eating habits and how to address them through mindfulness. Q&A and Closing Thoughts [00:50:00 - 01:14:59] Gabby and Dr. Brewer answer listener questions, offering additional insights and concluding the conversation with key takeaways. RESOURCES: More from Dr. Jud Brewer: Check out his website for more information on his research and access to mindfulness resources: https://drjud.com/ "The Hunger Habit" by Dr. Jud Brewer for an extensive guide on applying mindfulness to overcome eating challenges. Want to see the transcript for this episode? Check out my website where we put full transcripts for every episode and so much more: https://gabriellereece.com/ Everything Gabby Reece: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGabrielleReece/ Gabby Reece Website - https://gabriellereece.com/ Gabby Reece Show Transcript: https://gabriellereece.com/podcast/ The Gabby Reece Show Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeEINLNlGvIceFOP7aAZk5A Bio: Gabrielle 'Gabby' Reece is an American actress, podcaster, and former model and professional volleyball player best known for hosting a lifestyle, health & fitness podcast titled The Gabby Reece Show. Additionally, she is the co-founder of XPT | Extreme Performance Training and Laird Superfood alongside her husband and big wave surfer Laird Hamilton. The Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Thank you for tuning into "The Gabby Reece Show." If you found this information helpful, consider sharing this episode with someone who needs it. And subscribe to make sure you never miss informative conversations like this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices