Dear Body, Dear Mind Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/dear-body-dear-mind Dear Body, Dear Mind is a podcast hosted by Sophie Perrenoud that explores the fascinating intersection of neuroscience, nutrition, and recovery. Each episode breaks down the science of hunger, fullness, and eating behaviors in a way that’s approachable and empowering, helping listeners build a healthier relationship with food. Through brain science insights, practical tips, and compassionate storytelling, the show aims to nourish both the mind and the body. © 2026 Sophie Perrenoud 97652196-414b-5ac3-a5a6-1204e6878334 no en Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:01:20 -0700 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:02:06 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/6W_LzTA1WOwdhUUrEV9V0l4iM0ogHiB1-fM0skqsO0c/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83ZDY4/NTY5M2IwZjVjYmUw/MjA1YjYwZDkxNzA2/YWUzMi5wbmc.jpg Dear Body, Dear Mind episodic Sophie Perrenoud Dear Body, Dear Mind is a podcast hosted by Sophie Perrenoud that explores the fascinating intersection of neuroscience, nutrition, and recovery. Each episode breaks down the science of hunger, fullness, and eating behaviors in a way that’s approachable and empowering, helping listeners build a healthier relationship with food. Through brain science insights, practical tips, and compassionate storytelling, the show aims to nourish both the mind and the body. Dear Body, Dear Mind is a podcast hosted by Sophie Perrenoud that explores the fascinating intersection of neuroscience, nutrition, and recovery. Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology KMIH 889 The Bridge No No Breaking Free from Diet Culture with Marissa Beck 15 15 Breaking Free from Diet Culture with Marissa Beck full 2cf50348-a68b-48a6-812b-0f46826f8f8a https://share.transistor.fm/s/6860ed14 This episode features an interview with Registered Dietitian and REVV Health founder Marissa Beck, exploring how diet culture, body image, and nutrition messaging impact mental and physical health in teens and young adults. Learn how building a balanced, sustainable relationship with food can support overall well-being, along with practical ways to approach health without rigidity or extremes.


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Learn more: https://revvhealth.com

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Learn more: https://revvhealth.com

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Omega-3s and the Brain 14 14 Omega-3s and the Brain full 59a66667-2535-4ee7-871b-e49b5d2657d5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/44bcefeb This episode explores how omega-3 fatty acids support brain cell communication and mood regulation. Learn how these essential fats help maintain flexible neuron membranes and support the brain’s emotional and cognitive functions.

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]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Blood Sugar and Mood 13 13 Blood Sugar and Mood full cd3aa4d7-1fb5-460a-af80-486620773178 https://share.transistor.fm/s/63422986 This episode explores how blood sugar influences mood, focus, and emotional regulation. Learn how consistent nourishment supports brain function and why stable energy helps the mind and body work together.

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]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Perfectionism, Control, and the Brain 12 12 Perfectionism, Control, and the Brain full c78ab49a-e933-4406-8008-fc910d5c2b74 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0201de2c This episode explores how perfectionism and control are wired into the brain and why they are closely linked to eating disorders. Learn how fear circuits, error detection systems, and habit pathways reinforce rigid behaviors, and how flexibility can be rebuilt over time.

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]]> Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0800 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 271 This episode explores how perfectionism and control are wired into the brain and why they are closely linked to eating disorders. Learn how fear circuits, error detection systems, and habit pathways reinforce rigid behaviors, and how flexibility can be rebuilt over time.

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No The First Steps Toward Recovery 11 11 The First Steps Toward Recovery full 96ac16c0-7fa0-44a2-8399-f3bd7ead5ee0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2f10100e This episode explores the first steps toward eating disorder recovery and the resources available for support. Learn how connection, professional guidance, and consistent nourishment help retrain the brain and begin the healing process.

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]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:09:34 -0800 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 264 This episode explores the first steps toward eating disorder recovery and the resources available for support. Learn how connection, professional guidance, and consistent nourishment help retrain the brain and begin the healing process.

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]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:58:49 -0800 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 247 This episode addresses the stigma and silence surrounding eating disorders in men and boys. Learn how cultural expectations, brain chemistry, and misconceptions can delay diagnosis and support, and why open conversation is essential for recovery.

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Meal Support 101: Advice on sitting with someone through meals. 9 9 Meal Support 101: Advice on sitting with someone through meals. full 1a3e2604-437e-46a0-a329-30b308d28aa7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/108a27c5 This episode breaks down what supportive meal support really looks like and why it matters. Learn how presence, neutrality, and calm can help reduce anxiety and create a sense of safety for someone struggling during meals.

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]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:05:40 -0800 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 243 This episode breaks down what supportive meal support really looks like and why it matters. Learn how presence, neutrality, and calm can help reduce anxiety and create a sense of safety for someone struggling during meals.

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Sleep, Nutrition, and Cognitive Health 8 8 Sleep, Nutrition, and Cognitive Health full 35b1c7c2-f807-40b7-9c42-6f8deefa9a11 https://share.transistor.fm/s/095a76ea This episode explores how sleep and nutrition work together to support brain function and cognitive health. Learn how eating patterns influence sleep cycles, and how sleep quality affects appetite, focus, and emotional regulation.

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]]> Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:18:01 -0800 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 284 This episode explores how sleep and nutrition work together to support brain function and cognitive health. Learn how eating patterns influence sleep cycles, and how sleep quality affects appetite, focus, and emotional regulation.

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Navigating Holidays and Food: Tools for coping with triggers. 7 7 Navigating Holidays and Food: Tools for coping with triggers. full 294852e8-0e5b-4b1e-b71a-0daccf8be3ec https://share.transistor.fm/s/7aff73f3 This episode explores why holidays can feel triggering around food and offers practical tools to stay grounded and supported. Learn how stress, routine changes, and social pressure affect the brain and discover strategies to navigate holiday meals with compassion and confidence.

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]]> Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:26:24 -0800 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 265 This episode explores why holidays can feel triggering around food and offers practical tools to stay grounded and supported. Learn how stress, routine changes, and social pressure affect the brain and discover strategies to navigate holiday meals with compassion and confidence.

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No "Sammie’s Story”: Choosing Recovery, Choosing Yourself 6 6 "Sammie’s Story”: Choosing Recovery, Choosing Yourself full a6cf210d-7454-4a7e-bbb8-7015d1a74934 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1264a68e This episode features Sammie’s inspiring journey from pain to self-discovery, paraphrased with care and respect for her experience. You can find the original story here: https://eatingdisorders.org.au/story/sammies-story-the-journey-of-choosing-myself-of-choosing-recovery/

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]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Social Media, Body Image, and Healing 5 5 Social Media, Body Image, and Healing full 1a8ba1b4-8a1c-4ee6-8aa6-215e81c17d26 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0e4ab64c This episode explores how social media shapes body image, self-worth, and eating behaviors. Discover how online influence impacts the brain and learn ways to build a healthier, more compassionate digital environment for yourself.

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]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:48:12 -0800 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 245 This episode explores how social media shapes body image, self-worth, and eating behaviors. Discover how online influence impacts the brain and learn ways to build a healthier, more compassionate digital environment for yourself.

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No The Athlete’s Brain: Stress, Pressure, and Eating in Sports 4 4 The Athlete’s Brain: Stress, Pressure, and Eating in Sports full 03a921c7-4667-416f-902d-d6ae8678689c https://share.transistor.fm/s/fc6c6c6b This episode explores how stress, pressure, and performance impact the athlete’s brain. Learn how cortisol, reward circuits, and fear responses influence eating behaviors, and discover strategies to support healthy habits and a balanced mind-body connection in sports.

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]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:59:01 -0800 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 228 This episode explores how stress, pressure, and performance impact the athlete’s brain. Learn how cortisol, reward circuits, and fear responses influence eating behaviors, and discover strategies to support healthy habits and a balanced mind-body connection in sports.

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Nutrition and Neurotransmitters: How what we eat affects serotonin, dopamine, and mental health. 3 3 Nutrition and Neurotransmitters: How what we eat affects serotonin, dopamine, and mental health. full 00ca4bf9-0f37-4e7e-9db2-28881e139b2a https://share.transistor.fm/s/6700826e This episode explores how nutrition influences brain chemistry and mental health. Learn how nutrients affect serotonin and dopamine production, and how eating patterns can support a balanced mood and stronger mind-body connection.

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]]> Tue, 14 Oct 2025 18:00:00 -0700 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 222 This episode explores how nutrition influences brain chemistry and mental health. Learn how nutrients affect serotonin and dopamine production, and how eating patterns can support a balanced mood and stronger mind-body connection.

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Fear, Reward, and Food: The Neuroscience of Eating Disorders 2 2 Fear, Reward, and Food: The Neuroscience of Eating Disorders full 8ff67ca4-1351-4744-ab5b-bd0e03967ccd https://share.transistor.fm/s/9d0faedd This episode explores how the brain’s fear and reward systems shape eating behaviors. Learn how dopamine, the amygdala, and habit circuits influence restriction, bingeing, and compulsive patterns, and how understanding these brain pathways can support healing and recovery.

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]]> Tue, 07 Oct 2025 18:00:00 -0700 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 182 This episode explores how the brain’s fear and reward systems shape eating behaviors. Learn how dopamine, the amygdala, and habit circuits influence restriction, bingeing, and compulsive patterns, and how understanding these brain pathways can support healing and recovery.

]]> Neuroscience, Gut-Brain connection, Nutrition, Hunger and Fullness, Eating Disorders, Recovery, Intuitive eating, Mind-body connection, Mental Health, Healthy lifestyle, Wellness, Body image, Stress and food, Food psychology No Your Brain on Food: The Science of Hunger and Fullness 1 1 Your Brain on Food: The Science of Hunger and Fullness full 1576544c-e3e4-4ad7-b937-382ab4a8d082 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ae7e51e5 This episode explores how the brain and body communicate through hunger and fullness signals, focusing on the hypothalamus and the gut-brain axis. Learn how hormones like ghrelin and leptin guide appetite and what happens when those signals get out of balance.

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]]> Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:00:00 -0700 Sophie Perrenoud Sophie Perrenoud 165 This episode explores how the brain and body communicate through hunger and fullness signals, focusing on the hypothalamus and the gut-brain axis. Learn how hormones like ghrelin and leptin guide appetite and what happens when those signals get out of balance.

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