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In today's episode I talk with Dr. Vera Tarman about how addiction becomes more entrenched over time.  If you missed my first interview with her check out episode 30 , where she talks about food addiction syndrome. Dr. Vera Tarman is the Medical Director for Renascent, one of Canada’s largest drug and alcohol treatment centers.  She spearheaded their new in AND out patient programs in fo...

In today's episode I interview Judy Wolfe about her own personal story of sugar addiction and how she is helping others.  Judy is a Certified Food Addiction Counselor and SUGAR Certified/Licensed. She has been in Food Addiction Recovery for 30 years and free from grains, sugar, starches, and alcohol for over 15. Judy’s passion and commitment to the field of Food Addiction come both from her p...

In today's episode I recap what month 10 looked like for me going sugar and flour free in 2018 by reading entries from the daily journal I kept my first year.  

In today's episode I talk with Florence Christophers and we discuss the continuation of the healing journey that comes after abstinence.  Florence is the Founder and Co-host of kicksugarsummit.com .  Florence is a recovered sugar addict (words she never thought she would say.) Her journey to freedom started in her twenties and ended in a moment of insight about how to kick sugar without...

In today's episode,  I interview Anna Fruehling, who shares her own powerful personal story about overcoming addiction and talks about how she helps other do the same.  Anna is Primal Health Certified, KETO/Carnivore Certified, and SUGAR Certified/licensed. She considers herself a hope coach and believes everyone should live well, now! She is a recovering addict with 31 years clean, as w...

In today's episode I recap what month 9 looked like for me going sugar and flour free in 2018 by reading from the daily journal I kept. 

In today's episode I am thrilled to welcome Bitten Jonsson again and this time she talks to us about SUGAR, her evaluation method based on ICD 10 criteria for addiction to a psychoactive substance. SUGAR is aimed at helping an individual know if they are addicted or have harmful use of sugar/flour and receive a overview of how the illness has progressed over their lifetime. Bitten is a Registered...

In today's episode, I interview Kay Sheppard.  Kay is the bestselling author of Food Addiction: The Body Knows. Since its publication in 1989, the book has become a primary resource for food addicts, bulimics, and compulsive eaters. She is also the author of From the First Bite: A Complete Guide to Recovery from Food Addiction and Food Addiction: Healing Day by Day. Sheppard is a licensed men...

In today's Season 3 premiere,  I interview Dr. Joan Ifland, PhD, MBA, FACN.  Dr. Ifland has been creating breakthroughs in recovery from food addiction starting in 1999, with her first popular book, to 2018 when her textbook, Processed Food Addiction: Foundations, Assessment, and Recovery was published by CRC Press . She is currently at work on evidence-based trainings for health pr...

In today's episode I recap what month 8 looked like for me going sugar and flour free in 2018 by reading from my daily journal I kept. If you are interested in my 12 week coaching program to start in January 2021, email me at siobhan@unsweetenedsio.com.

In today's episode I recap what month 7 looked like for me going sugar and flour free in 2018 by reading from my daily journal I kept. If you are interested in my 12 week coaching program to start in January 2021, email me at siobhan@unsweetenedsio.com.

In today's episode I read from my journal about the challenges and victories of my 6th month going sugar-free back in June/July 2018.

In today's season 2 finale I talk with Susan Miller who is now sugar and flour free for 3 months!  We talk about her journey and her plans for the summer.   I also talk about plans for Season 3 of the podcast and about the 12 week coaching program I am creating.  If you are interested in joining my coaching waitlist, please email me at siobhan@unsweetenedsio.com.  Have a g...

In today's episode I talk with Susan Peirce Thompson, PhD.  Susan is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester, a New York Times bestselling author, and an expert in the psychology of eating. She is President of the Institute for Sustainable Weight Loss and CEO of Bright Line Eating Solutions, a company dedicated to helping people achieve lo...

In today's episode I read from journal about the challenges and victories of my 5th month going sugar-free back in May 2018.

In today's episode I interview Aimee Anderson, a certified health and life coach, licensed sports nutritionist and certified personal trainer.  Aimee is a professional baker turned health coach, who kicked her own sugar addiction and is now helping others to do the same.  She likes to say she went from sugar dealer to sugar healer!  She also now co-hosts the Kick Sugar Summit with F...

In today's episode I check back in with Susan Miller to talk about where she is in her journey and her current challenges.  

In today's episode I give you resources for helping you overcome your sugar addiction along with tips from my own experience.  Visit my website at wwww.unsweetenedsio.com and visit the Resources tab for more information. 

In today's episode I talk about what my 4th month of going sugar and flour free looked and felt like.  I read directly from my journal entries from that time and it can be hard for me remembering what those days and struggles felt like but I hope sharing with you helps you along on your journey.

In today's episode I talk about my techniques for surviving the Coronavirus quarantine and the challenges I have.  I also talk about what I have been up to lately and what I typically eat in a day. Resources: The Tapping Solution - try the app! Rocky Mountain Soap Co - lemongrass bath bombs! Emotion Code Podcast with Crystal What I Typically Eat Podcast - Episode 3

In today's episode I check back in with Susan who is now 6 weeks sugar and flour free and see how her journey is going.  

In today's episode I talk with my friend, Brady Kramer, about his story with addiction.  Brady was born in Philadelphia and received a full athletic scholarship to play ice hockey at Providence College.  He signed with the Montreal Canadiens in 1995.  After just 18 minor league games, he retired due to challenges with anxiety and depression.  After struggling with alcohol, Brad...

In today's episode I recap what my 3rd month of going sugar and flour free back in 2018 looked like and read from my journal entries that I wrote at the time.

In today's episode I share how I almost fell off the wagon amid all the Coronavirus stress.  I am still struggling but feel more secure now that I reached out for some help.  Please feel free to contact me at siobhan@unsweetenedsio.com if you need some extra support during this crazy time.  Next week I will share my month 3 recap!

In today's episode I talk again with Susan Miller about her first 2 weeks going sugar and flour free. Day 1 was March 1, 2020 and she did a cruise right beforehand.  She shares her experiences so far and what she is trying different this time around.  We will continue to check in with Susan  on a monthly basis to witness her journey.