Episode 7: The Power of Sugar: From A Sugar High, To A Lifetime of Lows with Melissa RohlfsEpisode 7: The Power of Sugar: From A Sugar High, To A Lifetime of Lows with Melissa Rohlfs
Recovery Plus Podcast: F*ck Yesterday, Focus on Today
Melissa was addicted to sugar from childhood until her 30’s. She discusses how sugar took her down and ways nutrition replaced her cravings and how she changed herself from the inside out. Sugar is powerful and addictive. Many may think that sugar is really no big deal compared to drugs or alcohol. However, I encourage you to listen to Melissa’s story, as it overlaps emotions and struggles with anyone struggling to quit any substance that is controlling their life. Through her own battle, Melissa is now a certified holistic health coach and nutrition specialist helping women break unhealthy relationships with food, to help change their lives for the better. Melissa graduated from the Health Coach Institute as a Holistic Health and Life Coach in 2018 and is the proud owner of Free 2 B Coaching. She is a proud Boilermaker alumna living in Arizona with her husband, Chad and two kiddos. For more information about Melissa please see below: https://www.amazon.com/When-Grace-Found-Me-Real-Life/dp/1838283897/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3UC4VD750D7IX&keywords=when+grace+found+me&qid=1657853300&s=books&sprefix=when+grace+found+me%2Cstripbooks%2C112&sr=1-1 https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Diamonds-Alyssa-Ann-Merritt/dp/163792030X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=7VPOYQTHOB8G&keywords=finding+diamonds+book&qid=1657853278&s=books&sprefix=finding+dia%2Cstripbooks%2C589&sr=1-5 https://free2bcoaching.com/
28:34•3 Aug 2022
Breaking Free from Sugar: Melissa Rohlfs' Journey to Wellness
“And regardless of the type of addiction people have and if they are moving towards, on the road of recovery, like you had a road of recovery, you know there was a lot of ahas and like, oh my god, if I don't do this, I'm going to continue to be unhealthy, right to the point where it starts impacting the next generation, your children, your relationships, how you show up at work or wherever.”
Ever wondered how something as sweet as sugar could have such a dark side? In this episode of Recovery Plus Podcast, Melissa Rohlfs takes us on a deeply personal journey from childhood sugar addiction to a balanced, healthy life. Starting with innocent candy binges, Melissa’s sugar cravings spiraled into a full-blown addiction that controlled her life well into her 30s. But her story doesn’t end there.
She reveals how she swapped sugar for nutritious foods, transforming herself from the inside out and reclaiming her health and happiness. Dr. Mei-Li Hennen sits down with Melissa to unpack the often underestimated power of sugar addiction. They discuss the emotional and physical toll it takes, drawing parallels to other forms of addiction. Melissa, now a certified holistic health coach, shares practical tips on how to break free from unhealthy eating habits and cultivate a positive relationship with food.
Her insights are not just for those battling sugar addiction but for anyone looking to improve their overall well-being. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s struggled with cravings or has felt trapped by their diet. Melissa’s journey is a testament to the power of nutrition in healing both the body and mind. She also touches on how breaking free from sugar has made her a better mom, emphasizing the ripple effect of personal health on family life.
Whether you’re dealing with your own sugar demons or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers hope and practical advice for making lasting changes.
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