{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6731d6c20fa42573920fb1bd/67642db125a0b820a2f6af56?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"My Food Addiction ","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6731d6c20fa42573920fb1bd/1734618460373-900550ae-a4fe-4c14-8ab3-bc26c9ffade5.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>There wasn’t going to be an episode this week but I was inspired by a conversation around difficult relationships with food and so here we are.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Here is what ai makes of it all -&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Combating Food Addiction: My Journey from Alcohol to Sugar and Finding Balance</p><p><br></p><p>In this special Christmas podcast episode, I open up about my struggles with food addiction and binge eating, particularly during the holiday season. Inspired by a conversation in my online community, I discuss how my difficult relationship with food began when I quit drinking 12.5 years ago, and how it replaced alcohol as a comfort mechanism. I delve into the cycles of binge eating and calorie counting, and how both have affected my body image and self-esteem. I also share how I found a way to manage my food addiction through abstinence from refined sugar, resulting in significant positive changes in my life. Join me as I speak from the heart about overcoming addiction and striving for a healthier relationship with food.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Christmas Day Reflections</p><p>01:22 Struggles with Motivation and Food Addiction</p><p>01:52 Personal Journey with Food Addiction</p><p>03:28 Binge Eating and Shame Cycles</p><p>09:17 Calorie Counting and Control Issues</p><p>16:42 Quitting Refined Sugar</p><p>23:28 Reflections and Advice</p><p>26:15 Conclusion and Holiday Wishes</p>","author_name":"Josh Connolly"}