What if the food on your plate is silently driving your anxiety, depression, and stress—without you ever knowing it?
Aimee Takaya sits down with Luis Mojica, a somatic educator, certified holistic nutritionist, and author of the book Food Therapy: Conscious Eating to Navigate Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma.
Together, they explore the hidden link between what we eat and how our nervous system responds, revealing that food isn't just fuel or medicine—it's a powerful environmental force that can either amplify our trauma or help us heal it.
If you've ever felt trapped in cycles of emotional eating, orthorexia, or unexplained mood swings after meals, this episode will forever change how you see food.
Luis takes us through:
Why food can trigger a fight-or-flight response just like a threatening event
The difference between stimulants, depressants, and balancing foods
Why "healthy eating" can actually worsen anxiety if your nervous system isn't ready
How food allergies can sometimes be trauma responses in disguise
A simple somatic practice to track tension and ask your body what it needs
And so much more!
Guest Bio
Luis Mojica is a Somatic Educator, certified in Holistic Nutrition, and author of Food Therapy: Conscious Eating to Navigate Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma. With years of experience working at the intersection of trauma and healing, Luis has become a sought-after teacher and speaker in his field. He reaches thousands of students annually through his online courses and webinars, and hosts the Holistic Life Navigation Podcast.
Link to book page: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/the-book
Can be purchased wherever you buy your books [Amazon, Book Shop, and others]
Connect with Luis Mojica
Website: www.holisticlifenavigation.com
Podcast: www.holisticlifenavigation.com/podcast
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@holisticlifenavigation
Instagram: @holistic.life.navigation
Additional Resource: “Understanding How Your Diet Is Triggering Your Stress Response” [video]
Connect with Aimee:
Instagram: @aimeetakaya
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Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at www.freeyoursoma.com.
