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In this episode of the podcast, the show’s dietitian, Kate Merkle, RD, MPH, joins us to talk about hunger. We discuss: -Why hunger can be scary for people in recovery -How hunger is similar to other basic, biological drives -The difference between emotional hunger and physical hunger - What ignoring your hunger does to your body - How to understand your hunger better by knowing different levels (gentle hunger vs. hangry starvation) - Using a visual of a gas gauge to help you get to know hunger and fullness -How to sense and respect your fullness -The role of curiosity and self-compassion in exploring hunger and fullness Kate Merkle is a registered dietitian, has a Master’s in public health, and is a certified Daring Way facilitator. She has a private practice in Chicago where she specializes in eating disorder recovery. For more information about Kate, visit www.KateMerkleNutrition.com