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188: Creating Food Addicts + The Sugar Epidemic | Dr. Nicole Avena
Manage episode 404771473 series 2865425
Ever checked a nutrition label and been surprised to find sugar? Dr. Nicole Avena breaks down the hidden sugar epidemic affecting our health, explaining the addiction similar to drugs and how to fight sugar cravings. We reveal the truth about 'healthy' foods loaded with sugars and share tips for smarter grocery shopping, like choosing whole fruits. We also debate artificial vs. natural sweeteners and their impact. It's not just a warning but a call to healthier living, showing how cutting sugar can boost your health and happiness.
Topics Discussed:
- 05:13 - Being mindful about sugar
- 07:44 - At what point is processed food in America no longer food?
- 10:44 - Dr. Nicole Avena’s background
- 12:43 - Hyper processed food have an affect on our brain
- 16:20 - Sugar addiction
- 22:03 - Sugar consumption in children
- 26:38 - Sugar in fruit
- 33:25 - Fiber in smoothies
- 35:07 - Negative advice in the fitness industry
- 36:44 - Health implications due to overconsumption of sugar
- 41:44 - Tips for managing cravings and avoiding unnecessary sugar
- 47:31 - Decluttering sugar
- 50:33 - Sweetener alternatives
- 55:36 - Reducing sugar is the answer
- 57:08 - Dr. Nicole’s health nonnegotiables
Check Out Dr. Nicole Avena:
Sponsored By:
- Cured Nutrition
- Use code REALFOODOLOGY at www.curednutrition.com/realfoodology for 20% off
- Organifi
- Use REALFOODOLOGY for 20% off at www.organifi.com/realfoodology
- Paleovalley
- Go to paleovalley.com/realfoodology for 20% off
- NaturalCycles
- Use code REALFOODOLOGY for a free thermometer and 15% off at naturalcycles.com
- ARMRA
- Get 15% off your first order at tryarmra.com/realfoodology
Check Out Courtney:
- @realfoodology
- www.realfoodology.com
- My Immune Supplement by 2x4
- Air Dr Air Purifier
- AquaTru Water Filter
- EWG Tap Water Database
Produced By: Drake Peterson
Edited By: Mike Frey
210 episodes
Manage episode 404771473 series 2865425
Ever checked a nutrition label and been surprised to find sugar? Dr. Nicole Avena breaks down the hidden sugar epidemic affecting our health, explaining the addiction similar to drugs and how to fight sugar cravings. We reveal the truth about 'healthy' foods loaded with sugars and share tips for smarter grocery shopping, like choosing whole fruits. We also debate artificial vs. natural sweeteners and their impact. It's not just a warning but a call to healthier living, showing how cutting sugar can boost your health and happiness.
Topics Discussed:
- 05:13 - Being mindful about sugar
- 07:44 - At what point is processed food in America no longer food?
- 10:44 - Dr. Nicole Avena’s background
- 12:43 - Hyper processed food have an affect on our brain
- 16:20 - Sugar addiction
- 22:03 - Sugar consumption in children
- 26:38 - Sugar in fruit
- 33:25 - Fiber in smoothies
- 35:07 - Negative advice in the fitness industry
- 36:44 - Health implications due to overconsumption of sugar
- 41:44 - Tips for managing cravings and avoiding unnecessary sugar
- 47:31 - Decluttering sugar
- 50:33 - Sweetener alternatives
- 55:36 - Reducing sugar is the answer
- 57:08 - Dr. Nicole’s health nonnegotiables
Check Out Dr. Nicole Avena:
Sponsored By:
- Cured Nutrition
- Use code REALFOODOLOGY at www.curednutrition.com/realfoodology for 20% off
- Organifi
- Use REALFOODOLOGY for 20% off at www.organifi.com/realfoodology
- Paleovalley
- Go to paleovalley.com/realfoodology for 20% off
- NaturalCycles
- Use code REALFOODOLOGY for a free thermometer and 15% off at naturalcycles.com
- ARMRA
- Get 15% off your first order at tryarmra.com/realfoodology
Check Out Courtney:
- @realfoodology
- www.realfoodology.com
- My Immune Supplement by 2x4
- Air Dr Air Purifier
- AquaTru Water Filter
- EWG Tap Water Database
Produced By: Drake Peterson
Edited By: Mike Frey
210 episodes
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