An addiction nutritionist's take on clean food and recovery
An addiction nutritionist's take on clean food and recovery

What the Food?

Hear Victoria's story of how she and her daughter overcame major health issues related to food, bringing Victoria to the field of addiction nutrition.

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What the Food?

Karen vanBarneveld

While there are many approaches to address addiction and recovery, most do not address the direct correlation between food and recovery. People suffering from alcohol or drug addiction may not realize how important their diet can be, especially in the early stages of recovery. Most alcohol or drug addicts are used to very poor diets as a result of their addiction and many end up with serious nutritional deficiencies. A healthy diet means feeling better, having more sustained energy and even thinking more clearly. Getting the right amount of nutrition can help stabilize a person’s mood which is very important for addicts who are dealing with many volatile emotions. Instead of comfort eating or becoming addicted to junk food, a person in rehab needs to understand the importance of healthy food and its role in their ability to recover. What can people do to help their loved ones or themselves? Educate themselves to navigate grocery stores, buying clean, organic, non-GMO foods.

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Food for Thought: How Nutrition Shapes Addiction Recovery

“So often what I hear from them is: god, I feel alive or I feel energy like this is better than a monster.”

Ever wondered how your diet might be affecting your journey to sobriety? In this episode of 'What the Food?', host Karen vanBarneveld sits down with addiction nutritionist Victoria Abel to explore the powerful connection between what we eat and how we recover. Victoria shares her compelling personal story about overcoming significant health issues with her daughter, which led her to specialize in addiction nutrition.

She opens up about the crucial role a balanced diet plays in recovery, tackling everything from gut health to mood stabilization. Victoria explains why certain foods can be detrimental to both mental and physical health, and offers practical advice on which foods can best support a stable and healthy recovery. She also delves into the importance of understanding food sensitivities through testing, and how working with a nutritionist can make a world of difference in your recovery journey.

This episode is packed with actionable tips and heartfelt anecdotes, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their health while navigating addiction recovery.

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