Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
296: Breaking Free of Sugar Addiction With Mike Collins
296: Breaking Free of Sugar Addiction With Mike Collins
296: Breaking Free of Sugar Addiction With Mike Collins
Wednesday 1st January 2025
Discover how sugar addiction affects us and explore recovery strategies with Mike Collins. Learn about emotional eating and the food industry's role.
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Episode Overview
- Sugar addiction can start from childhood experiences.
- Emotional eating is often misunderstood.
- Sugar's ubiquity makes moderation difficult.
- Recovery involves understanding food industry tactics.
- Health improvements follow sugar reduction.
My mother grew up believing sugar was love.
In this enlightening episode of the Soberful podcast, Veronica interviews Mike Collins, an expert on sugar addiction and recovery. Mike shares his personal journey and insights into how sugar addiction can take hold from childhood, influenced by emotional associations with sugar as a form of love. He recounts the story of his mother's access to unlimited candy from a family store, which instilled a belief that sugar equated to love and comfort.
Mike delves into the pervasive nature of sugar in our diets, noting its presence in over 80% of grocery store products. This widespread availability stems from strategic actions taken by food companies, influenced by the tobacco industry's understanding of addiction. These companies discovered that adding sugar to products subtly increases consumer loyalty due to the addictive properties of sugar. The conversation touches on emotional eating, a term Mike argues is often misunderstood.
He emphasizes that real recovery involves addressing not just the physical addiction but also the emotional and mental health aspects impacted by sugar consumption. During the pandemic, many turned to sugary foods for comfort, highlighting the need for awareness and abstinence to reset health. Mike's work focuses on helping individuals recognize the signs of sugar addiction and guiding them through recovery programs.
He discusses the health benefits observed in those who reduce sugar intake, including weight loss, remission of autoimmune diseases, and improved mental clarity. The episode encourages listeners to explore Mike's resources, including his website Sugaraddiction.com and the Quit Sugar Summit, a free annual event featuring numerous speakers. Mike offers a free digital version of his book, providing valuable information at no cost.
Veronica and Mike conclude the discussion by reaffirming the importance of spreading awareness about sugar addiction and its broader impacts on health and lifestyle. Mike's dedication to his mission is evident, and listeners are invited to engage with his work and consider the profound effects of sugar on their lives.