Author Bio

Marc David, M.A.

Marc David, M.A., is the Founder and Primary Teacher of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating. He is the leading visionary behind the fascinating field of Eating Psychology, and the author of the bestselling books, Nourishing Wisdom and The Slow Down Diet, which have been translated into more than a dozen languages.

Marc holds a range of qualifications, including an M.A. of Psychology and a B.S. of Biology, and has participated in several Clinical Mind-Body Medicine Programs, all of which have shaped his groundbreaking approach to food, body, and nutrition.

For more than 40 years, Marc has been an innovator in Eating Psychology and Mind Body Nutrition, championing an uplifting, inclusive approach to food and body, and a warm, engaging speaking style that continues to attract listeners from around the world.

Among other positions, Marc has been a senior consultant at Johnson & Johnson; a master nutrition consultant and lecturer at Canyon Ranch Resorts; Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health; and senior consultant at The Disney Company. His corporate clients have included Kraft Foods, Pepsi, Coke, General Nutrition Centers (GNC), Richardson-Vicks, The International Olive Oil Council, and many others. Marc also served as the submissions editor for the peer-reviewed Journal of Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine.

In September 2007, Marc founded the Institute to channel his passionate mission of sharing an uplifting, results-driven approach to today’s most important eating challenges. Today, IPE remains the only Institute in the world devoted to teaching the principles of Eating Psychology and Mind Body Nutrition and attracts students from more than 60 countries each year. The Institute’s many thousands of graduates have used their world-class education in these revolutionary disciplines to transform the lives of countless people around the globe struggling with food and body challenges.

Marc’s work has been featured in a wide range of media outlets, including CNN, NBC, The New York Times, The Chicago-Sun Times, Glamour, Elle, Yoga Journal, Bon Appetit, Eating Well, and WebMD. His extensive background in clinical nutrition and eating psychology has made him a sought-after international speaker and mentor to many luminaries in the fields of nutrition and natural medicine. His past speaking engagements include Harvard University, The Institute for Functional Medicine, The Institute for Integrative Nutrition, the New York Open Center, and The National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine.

7 Ayurvedic Tips for Self Care

By Marc David, M.A. / July 23, 2014 /

Ayurveda (eye-yoor-VAY-dah) translates to “knowledge of life” in the Sanskrit language, and it’s the oldest recognized medical system on the planet. At 5000 years old and counting, Ayurveda holds ancient secrets to healing the body from advanced illnesses, while at the same time promoting a healthy lifestyle and prevention every step of the way. If…

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4 Child Psychology Eating Habits to a Healthy Relationship With Food

By Marc David, M.A. / July 22, 2014 /

As parents, there’s nothing we want more than for our children to be both happy and healthy. That is why we must seek out the most effective child psychology habits to assist our children in developing healthy relationships with food. When it comes to our children’s relationship with food, we acknowledge that there are many powerful…

3 Keys to Strengthening Your Immune System

By Marc David, M.A. / July 21, 2014 /

In a world where our immunity is being challenged by both an environment and a food chain that are increasingly toxic, we need help. The immune system is charged with helping our body fight off anything invasive or harmful. Our skin is defense number one. With the state of health in our communities these days,…

10 Tips for Staying Healthy

By Marc David, M.A. / July 18, 2014 /

There are so many fascinating ideas available to us when it comes to inviting good health into our lives and yet, there’s an endless amount of information available to us when it comes to being healthy. But what are the kinds of strategies that are the “can’t miss” ones that can help us feel our…

3 Tips to Becoming Your Own Weight Loss Coach

By Marc David, M.A. / July 17, 2014 /

If you are thinking of becoming a weight loss coach, according to Boston Medical Center, 45 million Americans choose to go on a diet every year, and in doing so, they’re spending $33 billion on weight loss. Clearly we’re a society that wants to lose weight. And such a desire can be accompanied by any…

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Food Really is Love – with Marc David

By Marc David, M.A. / July 16, 2014 /

Have you ever been told that you’re using food as a substitute for love? Have you ever felt guilt or embarrassment about using food in this way? Or do you know someone who seems to constantly reach for food when love just isn’t available? Well, the good news is that this strategy might not be…

5 Great Paleo Principles that Anyone Can Use

By Marc David, M.A. / July 16, 2014 /

Perhaps you’ve heard about the “paleo diet” that’s gained so much popularity over the last several years. If you’re not familiar with the approach, then it will be helpful to know that proponents of the paleo diet lifestyle eschew the major agricultural influences of the Neolithic Age or “Agricultural Revolution,” in particular: dairy, grains, pulses…

More on Mindful Eating

By Marc David, M.A. / July 15, 2014 /

These days, we hear a lot about how we need to stress less, enjoy life more, slow down and bring more awareness to our daily activities. And what a great idea this truly is. But what many fail to notice is that under the heading of slowing down, stressing less, and relaxing more includes eating.…

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The Most Important Exercise Secret Ever – with Emily Rosen

By Marc David, M.A. / July 14, 2014 /

Just about everybody knows or has heard about the importance of exercise. And many of us are truly on board with moving our bodies and feeling the great benefits that exercise can bring. But there’s a hidden and often slightly darker side to exercise, and it’s this: many people exercise, but they just don’t like…

6 Tips for Self Care

By Marc David, M.A. / July 14, 2014 /

These days, we can find all kinds of great advice when to comes to self care. In a world that’s not always so easy to navigate, where good health is often a rare gift, and where pain, symptoms and ill health are so often a given, tips for self care may be more important than…

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