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Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition

3417: [Part 1] Trigger Foods, “Clean” Eating, and Leveling the Moral High Ground by Rachel Trotta on Balanced Eating Mindset

Jun 2, 2026 · 10m

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3417: Rachel Trotta challenges the mindset of labeling foods as “good” or “bad,” arguing that so-called “clean eating” often creates cycles of restriction, overeating, and shame rather than lasting progress. She offers a more practical framework for evaluating nutrition and exercise habits, while introducing the concept of trigger foods and why certain foods can be especially difficult to eat in moderation. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://racheltrotta.com/making-the-changes-that-matter/trigger-fo…