With today’s highly refined, fast, convenience foods and snack foods - getting stuck in ‘a sugar crash’ (AKA the blood sugar rollercoaster) can happen very easily. The good news is that once you are aware of the dangers of refined foods and sugars, it’s not all that hard to avoid the whole issue of sugar crashes. In this Episode, Cathy explains why…

Fasting has some AMAZING health benefits, including the incredible power of autophagy (pronounced either ‘auto-fay-gee’, or ‘au-toff-a-gee), which is essentially a function of fasting. In this Episode, Cathy shares her research about autophagy, which reveals some truly surprising positive effects . Cathy not only investigates fasting’s health benef…

We all know how sweet and delicious sugar is, yet there IS a dark side to sugar that can absolutely have a negative impact on health. Part 2 of this mini-series takes a deep dive into the long-term effects of sugar.In this Episode you will find an in-depth analysis of sugar and refined foods, including the difference between them. Cathy goes into d…

Your health is the most priceless asset you will ever own! Whether talking about short-term health, or long-term health - sugar and refined foods have a definite impact. The good news is that you have the power to control the impact of sugar!In this Episode (Part 1 of a mini-series), Cathy is on a mission to reveal 4 KEY Factors about sugar and you…

Knowing how to recover from a sugar overload is more important than ever. Sugar overload can happen to any of us, even when trying to make healthy food choices. In fact, you might feel certain that you are eating healthy food, yet you may not realize how much sugar is hidden in the foods you are consuming. Hidden sugars can add up quickly, without …

Got a cold? Here’s help! This Episode takes a good look at practical, proven ways that you can help your body deal with the common cold. By supporting your immune system in various ways, it is possible to significantly cut the duration of your down-time from the common cold.First, Cathy will touch on 2 Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts th…

Technology moves fast, especially when it comes to telecommunications. We’ve just gotten used to the 4G network and its amazing speed for online activity. The 5G network is being rolled out right now, as you read this!5G, the 5th generation of wireless access, promises to be hyper fast: up to 10 times faster than 4G. AND it is designed to handle 1,…

EMF (electromagnetic field) energy is a huge multi-faceted topic. When researching about the new 5G network, Cathy kept coming across more and more information that pertains to the existing 4G network, and realized that we have been told very little about EMFs. This is information that everyone needs to know.In this Episode you’ll find out about na…

EMF (electromagnetic field) energy exposure and damage to human health is not a new issue, and it certainly isn’t going away any time soon. In fact, health concerns are increasing as more, stronger electromagnetic technologies are developed.This makes it extremely important to learn all you can about EMFs, and to find ways to limit your exposure. I…

EMF (electromagnetic field) energy is a very important topic that is not widely understood by most people. In this series of Episodes, the goal is to shine the spotlight on EMF radiation, so it is easier to understand and deal with this invisible health hazard.This is Part 1 of the series, where Cathy starts with the basics about what EMFs are. The…

Creating and sustaining great health doesn’t just magically happen - it takes time, effort and conscious choices to help it happen. The task becomes much easier when your choices have high positive impact.This Episode is all about 6 impactful choices than can help you take positive control over your health - starting immediately. Cathy has used all…

This is Part 2 of a mini-series all about 6 specific nutrients that can help you strengthen your body’s defences against germs, bacteria, viruses and other pathogens. Your body is able utilize various nutrients to help you stay strong. Many of those nutrients can be found in real whole foods, and some nutrients need to be obtained from supplementat…

The nutrients in food that you consume on a daily basis are incredibly important for your overall health and for your body’s defences against pathogens. This mini-series is all about 6 particular nutrients (revealed in 2 Episodes) that can help you maintain great health consistently. This Episode starts with a comparison of nutrients from food sour…

YIKES! There’s an invisible health hazard in foods you may be consuming every day! The invisible health hazard is refined food oils, which are being proven to be incredibly harmful! This Episode is a very deep dive into food oils, starting with why your body needs fats and oils. From there, Cathy explains specifically what she means by ‘food oils’,…

This Episode is all about the amazing, perhaps even magical, connection between gratitude and your health. When we find ourselves in challenging or confusing situations - that’s when we seem to need positivity the most. Focusing on gratitude and practising gratitude can give us that positivity.Cathy explores gratitude, starting with whether it is a…

Keto (Ketogenic) diets or lifestyles have become quite popular, for many reasons. But what is the difference between a Keto lifestyle and a Kick Sugar lifestyle? That’s exactly what you’ll discover in this Episode.Cathy starts by clarifying why a keto lifestyle and a kick sugar lifestyle are not the same, even though they have one big aspect in com…

Your immune system is one of the cornerstones of your health - so it makes a lot of sense to be pro-active in keeping your immune system strong and robust.This Episode is all about what it means to have a strong immune system, and what you can do in the present time to create that for yourself. Cathy dives into 5 specific elements that can affect y…

YOUR Health is priceless! It is the most important asset you will EVER own! So it makes sense to stand in YOUR Power and make it strong. This is Part 5 in a series of Episodes that can help you do exactly that.In the last Episode (YOUR Health - YOUR Power! Part 4 TSSP169) Cathy mentioned that there are 8 beneficial nutrients that are not commonly t…

You have more power over your health than you think you do! YOUR Health - YOUR Power! Part 4 is a deep exploration about where YOUR Power comes from and how you can use that power to protect and improve the most priceless asset you will ever own - YOUR Health!Cathy goes deep into 4 specific sources of YOUR Power: gaining knowledge leading to action…

YOUR Health is the most valuable possession you have! And you can use YOUR Power to protect it and strengthen it.In this Episode, Cathy discusses YOUR Power over stress, anxiety and fear, and she shares ways that you can take control over each of them. Then Cathy focuses on gut health, and reveals the #1 best thing you can do to keep your gut healt…

The controversy and confusion about the world’s health crisis seems to be endless, and can leave you feeling like you’re standing on shifting sand! This Episode, Part 2 of the series, continues to highlight the POWER you have over YOUR health.Cathy starts this Episode with a discussion about how the world’s history is repeating itself. Then she get…

Today’s world presents us with incredible controversy, confusion and challenges about how to stay healthy. This Episode, YOUR Health - YOUR Power!, is all about gaining knowledge and being empowered, so you can make good choices for your own health.Cathy gives you a brief overview of the past few decades, when major shifts in health took place, and…

There is a silent partner within your body that works silently 24/7 to maintain balance, which keeps you healthy. It’s your immune system. And it is super important to know how you can keep it strong.Cathy starts by discussing 2 main things that are damaging to your immune system, so you can avoid them. Then she dives into what you can do to energi…

Sugar and refined foods are two different things, right? Well… not exactly! This Episode gives you straight talk about sugar, about refined foods, and why they seem so different, but in many ways they are exactly the same.In fact, to your body, sugar and refined foods are identical - and Cathy explains why. It’s a very important concept to understa…

This Episode is all about giving you an easy to follow, 5 Step plan - so you can banish your sugar habit. Cathy also has an amazing, extremely time limited BONUS for you, that is only available until the end of November 2021.Cathy starts this Episode by clarifying exactly what she is talking about with the terms ‘sugar’, ‘sugar habit', and ‘switch …

After hitting the ‘pause button’ on weekly podcasting, Cathy Ormon is excited to be back! In this Episode, Cathy reveals why she needed to take her own coaching advice, step back and look at the bigger picture of what has been happening for her. She also outlines the expanding horizons of The Sugar Switch®️ Podcast.Then Cathy explores some very big…

Have you noticed new types of honey on the market - specifically healthy sounding ones that are infused with herbs and spices? Sweet, for sure - but the real question is: are they healthy?? That’s exactly what will be explored in this Episode.Cathy begins by clarifying what honey is and how it affects your body. Then she answers the question ‘what …

When you’re totally done, ready to quit sugar or ready to make changes to kick sugar OUT of your life - what’s the best way to do it? In STEPS or by doing a sudden, full STOP? Many people ask this very big and important question, which will be fully explored in this Episode.First, Cathy clarifies what she means by the phrase ‘done with sugar’, and …

Gluten free eating has become a popular dietary choice for many people, but how does gluten free food affect blood sugar levels? It is an important question that will be explored in detail in this Episode.Cathy starts with background information about what gluten is and why a gluten free diet is extremely important for some people - including those…

Sugar is proven to cause issues with blood sugar levels, but how can sugar negatively impact the heart? Heart health and blood sugar balance don’t seem to be related at all. Truth is - they are connected! And that’s what this Episode is all about… the connection between sugar and heart health issues.The connection between sugar and heart health is …

What is plant protein all about, and how healthy is it? In this Episode, Part 6 of the Food for Thought series, you’ll find the answers to these questions.This Episode is all about the nutrition of plant protein, legumes and pulses, as well as how to cook dried legumes. Cathy has some valuable solutions for common minor digestive issues that consum…

What’s the big deal is about protein and why it is so important for good health? In this ‘Food For Thought’ series Episode, you’ll get the basics about protein, and more specific details about animal protein.Cathy starts by explaining what protein is, and why your body requires it, including how it works for keeping blood sugar levels balanced and …

Do you hesitate to eat nuts because you’ve been told they’re super high in fat? So, you wonder if they are really healthy? In this Episode, Part 4 of the Food For Thought series, you’ll discover why nuts really ARE incredibly healthy!Cathy starts by shining a light on the nutrition that most nuts contain, although the exact nutrients vary for each …

Need a crunchy, delicious snack that’s nutritious and won’t kick your cravings into high gear? Seeds are a GREAT solution! They aren’t just for snacks, either!This Episode zeroes in on 7 different amazing seeds. Some of them make a great snack food, or can partner very well with nuts. Some of these seeds are terrific for breakfast, some are great t…

Your Mother (or Grandmother) was a genius! Medical science has now proven their claims to be absolutely right. Eating vegetables WILL make you strong, and healthy. Yes - Vegetables ROCK! in both the health and nutrition categories.In this short, sweet, and to-the-point Episode you will discover 8 POWERFUL components of vegetables that give them the…

If sugar is harmful, does that mean that FRUIT is harmful? (it contains natural sugar). Good question! In this Episode, Cathy does a deep dive into the pros and cons of fruit, to answer that exact question.This informative Episode starts with clarification of some basic points about sugar. Then Cathy explains how fruit can be either healthy or harm…

Stress, emotion and sugar all have an effect on each other, which can keep you from gaining your freedom from sugar. This is Part 3 of the Freedom From Sugar series, where it’s all about stress and emotion.This Episode starts with details of why a moderate amount of stress is necessary, and how sugar affects stress levels in the body, including the…

Food is SO powerful that it can either cause you great harm, OR it can absolutely heal you! In this second Episode of the Freedom From Sugar series, you’ll discover how the food you eat can provide healing AND help you find freedom from sugar.This Episode starts with the bare-bones truth about WHY we are all hooked on sugar and refined foods (spoil…

Gaining freedom from sugar is an important issue that can affect health, and so many people struggle with it. This series of Episodes will explore many aspects of this complex challenge.In this Episode, Habit versus Addiction, Cathy starts by examining the specific effects sugar has on your gut and your brain, which are connected by the gut-brain a…

Your amazing body is already equipped with a truly powerful system that can keep you healthy, and you have incredible control over it! This Episode focuses on ways to ENERGIZE your immune system.If avoiding health issues from bacteria or viral infections has been on your mind - this Episode is for YOU! Cathy jumps right in with information about 9 …

Do you realize that you were given a priceless asset the day you were born? This Episode, Part 5 of the Create Your Shift series, shakes things up and shines an entirely different light on the most valuable asset you will EVER have, which is your HEALTH!Cathy starts with the point of view that your priceless asset, your health, is your greatest gif…

Have you ever felt powerless when it comes to making positive changes in your health? This Episode is all about the POWER you already have, and how you can stand in that power to create your own unique health shift.Your power includes being pro-active in protecting the biggest asset you will ever own. You’ll hear about tapping into the energy of nu…

Looking for the perfect companion tool to help you move your health and wellness forward? Journaling could be just what you need! This Episode takes a serious look at the simple, yet amazing ways you can use journaling to help you create your unique shift, and reach your health goals.Journaling is a great tool that can work for anyone, anywhere, at…

Listen… do you hear what your body is telling you? It could be a key factor in creating your unique and wonderful health and wellness shift! This Episode is Part 2 in a terrific series that can help you be the BEST version of yourself!Your body is talking to you and giving you valuable messages ALL the time, whether you are aware of it or not. Cath…

Have you ever wanted to create a shift in your life, specifically in your energy and overall health, but felt overwhelmed and perplexed about where to start and how to accomplish it? This new series of Episodes is all about helping you create your unique shift!Cathy starts with the concept of making small, sustainable changes that add up to a big, …

Got relentless cravings for sugar and/or refined foods? You’re not alone, and there are definite steps you can take to help you switch those cravings OFF!In this Episode Cathy starts with 7 different nutrients that help your body physically switch OFF cravings, and she tells you the food sources for each nutrient. Stress has been proven to be one o…

Can exercise REALLY make a difference when it comes to staying young? Actually - it CAN!In this Episode, Cathy explores 7 ways that exercise can help you maintain your youthfulness. Each of these 7 ways is linked to a different aspect of your health, and Cathy explains how exercise positively impacts each aspect. Then Cathy gives you a short, sweet…

Did you know there could be a connection between having low energy, lack of concentration, muscle cramps and water?This Episode is all about water, and why you need a certain amount to thrive. Cathy starts by giving you some surprising statistics about the importance of water for your body’s systems. Then she dives into the benefits of water, and h…

Is staying young, energetic and vibrant high on your list of priorities? Having the best nutrition (the BEST foods) is one of the top ways to make that a reality, not just a dream!In this Episode, Part 2 of a mini-series, you’ll discover why good food and nutrition are your best friends when it comes to staying young and full of vigour. Cathy share…

Is your goal to stay young, vibrant, energetic and totally healthy for your entire life? It’s a fantastic goal! This new mini-series, Staying Young, explores factors that are involved in staying young and healthy, and ways that can help make that your realityCathy identifies key components of your health that are factors in staying young, starting …