EP 63 How To Eat To Change How You Drink with Dr. Brooke Scheller Pt. 1EP 63 How To Eat To Change How You Drink with Dr. Brooke Scheller Pt. 1
Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail Mom
Dr. Brooke Scheller discusses how nutrition can change your drinking habits, offering practical tips on stabilising blood sugar and debunking alcohol myths.
26:21•2 Apr 2024
Transform Your Drinking Habits Through Nutrition with Dr. Brooke Scheller
Episode Overview
- Increase protein intake throughout the day to stabilise blood sugar.
- Have regular meals and snacks every three to four hours.
- Understand that willpower issues might be your body asking for nourishment.
- Debunk myths about alcohol's health benefits.
- Recognise the stigma around sobriety and work towards changing it.
“Willpower is your body sending you a signal saying, I need something.”
Ever wondered how your eating habits might influence your journey to sobriety? In this episode of 'Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail Mom', Deb sits down with Dr. Brooke Scheller, a clinical nutrition expert and the founder of Functional Sobriety. Dr. Brooke shares her journey from heavy drinking to becoming an advocate for nutrition-based sobriety.
They discuss her book, 'How to Eat to Change How You Drink', which is packed with practical advice on how to heal your gut, mend your mind, and improve your overall nutrition to support an alcohol-free lifestyle. Dr. Brooke opens up about the surprising connection between gut health and alcohol cravings. She explains how low blood sugar can lead to irritability and cravings for both alcohol and sugary foods.
Her actionable tips include increasing protein intake throughout the day and having regular meals and snacks every three to four hours to maintain stable blood sugar levels. For those struggling with willpower, Dr. Brooke suggests that what you're really experiencing might be your body's way of telling you it needs nourishment. Deb and Dr. Brooke also tackle the stigma around sobriety and the misconceptions about alcohol's so-called health benefits.
They discuss how alcohol has been wrongly perceived as a healthful choice, debunking myths like the antioxidant benefits of red wine. Dr. Brooke emphasises that no amount of alcohol is truly safe for our health and that making the choice to go alcohol-free is a powerful step towards better overall well-being.
This episode is filled with practical advice and motivational insights, making it a must-listen for anyone on their sobriety journey or even just curious about the impact of nutrition on alcohol consumption. Whether you're looking to cut back or quit entirely, Dr. Brooke's expertise offers valuable guidance on how to support your body and mind through nutritional changes. Tune in to learn how simple dietary adjustments can make a significant difference in your journey towards an alcohol-free life.
Ready to take the next step? This episode might just provide the nudge you need.
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