Do you keep binge foods at home — or keep them far, far away? In this episode, we dive into the tricky decision many people face when managing trigger foods. Is avoiding them an act of self-care, or does it give those foods even more power over us?

We read a heartfelt letter from a listener who’s built a disciplined, safe routine by keeping junk food out of her house — but when she’s at parties or work events, she loses all control around those same foods. After seeing advice online about reintroducing “fear foods,” she’s left wondering: Is that the right step? Or is it just too risky?

We’re joined by Dr. Katherine, MD, a specialist in eating disorders, who helps us break down the psychology of food control, cravings, and how to start healing your relationship with binge foods — gently and at your own pace.

Ask the Binge Eating Expert podcast is a supportive space where clinical experts answer your real questions about binge eating, emotional eating, and healing your relationship with food. In each episode, our hosts — alongside doctors, registered dietitians, psychologists, and other specialists who specialize in binge eating recovery— respond to listener-submitted questions with warmth, empathy, and evidence-based insight. Whether you’re navigating frequent binges, struggling with body image, or wondering how to rebuild trust with food, our experts are here to help.

The podcast is hosted by Yon & Soy, co-founders of R.care — the #1 science-backed app for overcoming binge eating.

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