Intuitive Eating is a self-care eating framework rooted in science and informed by clinical experience. It was created by two dietitians @evelyntribole & @elyseresch, and popularized in our book of the same name in 1995. Subsequently, researcher Tracy Tylka, PhD, validated the IE model in two seminal studies (1,2).

Is intuitive eating research based?

The evidence base for intuitive eating is limited to date and further research is needed to examine its potential in altering eating behaviours. Mindfulness appears to work by an increased awareness of internal, rather than external, cues to eat.

Is intuitive eating healthy?

Research has found that intuitive eating is a great way to maintain weight and develop a healthier body image, and may contribute to improving blood pressure and cholesterol.