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The Body Ally Podcast

The Body Ally Podcast

By: Kerrie Nygard
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For decades, women of faith have been sold the lie that the answer to a healthy weight is more rules, more restriction, and more willpower. We’ve been told to white-knuckle our way through cravings, to punish our bodies into submission, and to measure our worth by the scale.

We’ve been told that “discipline” is the answer - that if we could just pray harder, try harder, or eat cleaner, we’d finally have peace.

But here’s the truth: you were never meant to live in bondage to food or in battle with your body.

Your Creator designed your body as a vessel - not an enemy. And when you step into partnership with her, everything changes.

That’s why I created the Body Ally™ Movement: to help women of faith silence the food chatter, end the obsession, and finally walk in the freedom they’ve been praying for.

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Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Your Overeating or Binging is not Due to Gluttony.
    Jun 23 2026

    In this episode, Kerrie Nygard explores the deeper reasons behind overeating and binge eating, offering a compassionate and faith-based perspective on struggles that are often misunderstood.

    Rather than viewing overeating as a lack of willpower or a problem of self-control, Kerrie explains how these behaviors are frequently rooted in biology, unmet emotional needs, stress, and the body's natural survival mechanisms. Drawing from both science and biblical truth, she challenges the shame-based narratives that leave so many people feeling stuck and discouraged.

    Together, we discuss why labeling ourselves as "gluttonous" or "out of control" can actually hinder healing, and how learning to listen to and partner with your body creates a pathway toward lasting freedom. Kerrie shares practical insights to help listeners approach food struggles with curiosity, grace, and self-compassion instead of criticism and guilt.

    Whether you've battled binge eating for years or simply find yourself turning to food for comfort more often than you'd like, this conversation offers hope and a fresh perspective on what true healing can look like.

    This episode is a reminder that your relationship with food is not a reflection of your worth or your faith. God designed your body with wisdom, and when you learn to understand its needs rather than fight against them, you can begin to experience greater peace, freedom, and wholeness.

    Learn More: www.kerrienygard.com www.thebodyally.com/fbf

    Get my Free Mini-Training and Worksheet Download called "Freedom from Food Cravings": https://www.kerrienygard.com/ffc-guide-1

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    13 mins
  • Your Body is Not a Problem to Solve (Brain Basic #2)
    Jun 16 2026

    In this episode, Kerrie Nygard shares a powerful faith-based and science-backed perspective on body image, challenging the belief that our bodies are problems to be fixed and inviting listeners to see them as gifts from God.

    Drawing from both biblical principles and brain science, Kerrie explores how diet culture and appearance-focused thinking can distort our sense of self-worth and disconnect us from the true purpose of our bodies. She explains why lasting peace with food and body image begins when we shift our focus from changing our bodies to partnering with them.

    Together, we explore what it means to develop a healthy, loving relationship with your body—one rooted in gratitude, respect, and stewardship rather than criticism, shame, or striving. Kerrie also shares practical ways to care for your body as an act of love, not as a way to earn value or prove your worth.

    Whether you've struggled with body image for years or simply want a healthier perspective on wellness, this episode offers hope, encouragement, and a fresh way of thinking about your health journey.

    This episode is a reminder that your body is not your enemy. It is a miraculous gift, faithfully serving you every day and helping you fulfill the purpose God created you to live.

    Learn More: www.kerrienygard.com www.thebodyally.com/fbf

    Get my Free Mini-Training and Worksheet Download called "Freedom from Food Cravings": https://www.kerrienygard.com/ffc-guide-1

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    12 mins
  • 3 ways to Help Your Daughter Not Have Body Struggles
    Jun 9 2026

    In this episode, Kerrie Nygard shares practical, faith-based insights on helping daughters develop a healthy body image and build a divine partnership with their bodies from an early age.

    Drawing from both personal experience and professional expertise, Kerrie explores where body image struggles often begin, how seemingly harmless comments can shape a child’s self-perception, and why parents play a powerful role in influencing the way their daughters view themselves.

    She also offers three simple yet impactful strategies parents can use to foster confidence, self-worth, and body respect in their homes. Rather than focusing on appearance, Kerrie encourages families to help girls recognize their God-given value and learn to care for their bodies as a gift.

    Together, we explore how intentional conversations, positive modeling, and a faith-centered perspective can help the next generation develop a healthier relationship with their bodies and themselves.

    This episode is a reminder that raising confident daughters isn’t about saying all the right things—it’s about creating an environment where they can see themselves through God’s eyes and embrace the unique purpose He has for their lives.

    Learn More: www.kerrienygard.com www.thebodyally.com/fbf

    Get my Free Mini-Training and Worksheet Download called "Freedom from Food Cravings": https://www.kerrienygard.com/ffc-guide-1

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    20 mins
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