Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Ep29 – Doritos Made Me an Alcoholic: The Why, the How and the Stigma of Alcoholism
Ep29 – Doritos Made Me an Alcoholic: The Why, the How and the Stigma of Alcoholism
Ep29 – Doritos Made Me an Alcoholic: The Why, the How and the Stigma of Alcoholism
Monday 3rd February 2020
Matt Salis links teenage snack habits to alcoholism, discussing neurochemistry, stigma, and recovery on the Untoxicated Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Doritos and Drinks: Matt Salis on Neurochemistry and Alcoholism
So if we get a surge of sugar or we eat some crappy carbs and we eat in large quantities, our brain will flood itself with dopamine, that good-feeling drug. Okay, we know what to do with this, that sugar, that simple carb that causes this injection of dopamine. So then, later in life, when I started introducing alcohol into my system, guess what. So our brain's not cool with just firing off dopamine all the time.
Can a bag of Doritos really set someone on the path to alcoholism? In this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast, Matt and Sheri Salis dive into the unexpected connections between adolescent snack habits and adult addiction. Matt opens up about his journey, revealing how his teenage love for certain snacks may have influenced his brain's chemistry and contributed to his struggles with alcohol later in life.
He tackles the tough questions: How did he recognize his alcoholism despite leading a high-functioning life? Why do some people with similar drinking patterns not develop an addiction? Through candid storytelling, Matt discusses the importance of embracing the 'alcoholic' label to combat stigma and pave the way for recovery. The episode also touches on deeper issues like childhood trauma, the link between alcohol and depression, and the necessity of professional help.
Sheri and Matt emphasize the critical role of self-acceptance and supportive relationships in achieving lasting sobriety. Whether you're grappling with your own addiction or supporting a loved one, this episode offers valuable insights and hope.