316. Five Ingredients that Make Food Addictive. Healing from Food Addiction - Dr. Jen Unwin

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast.  _____ Dr. Jen Unwin and I delve into the intricate dynamics of food addiction, its root causes, and actionable strategies for healing. We discuss how ultra-processed foods and additives like sugar, seed oils, and caffeine hijack the brain"s reward system, making them addictive, and explore how whole foods, mindfulness, and structured routines can support recovery. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more. Dr. Jen Unwin is a UK-based clinical psychologist specializing in food addiction. With decades of experience in the National Health Service, she now focuses on raising awareness and advocating for the official recognition of food addiction as a medical condition. Dr. Unwin combines her expertise in psychology with practical, evidence-based strategies to help individuals break free from food addiction and live healthier lives. We discuss the following:Dr. Jen Unwin’s background and her work on food addictionSymptoms of food addiction using the CRAVED frameworkChallenges with eating disorders and food addictionAddictive food additives to avoidRole of whole foods and abstinence in recoveryThoughts on sugar on food addictionCoping strategies: mindfulness, exercise, and finding joySuccess stories and the importance of a structured recovery planWhere to find Dr. Jen Unwin _____ EPISODE RESOURCESXThe Collaborative Health CommunityFork in the Road bookStudy _____ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER  📫 Tips and Weekly Updates  FIND JUDY CHO ⛑️Work with Us  🎙️ Podcast   📺 YouTube  📸 Instagram  👥 Facebook   NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES 📫 Weekly Newsletter    📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet    📚 Articles 🎁 Free Resources  📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners _____ *DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.