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In today's episode I am thrilled to interview Bitten Jonsson, Registered Nurse and Addiction and Relapse Prevention Specialist.  Bitten is a forerunner in the sugar addiction field in Sweden and is currently translating her book, "Sugarbomb" into English.  She is also on the Board of Directors of the Food Addiction Institute and a faculty member of INFACT.  She is one of several exp...

In today's episode I talk about turning the big 4-0 and surviving!  I also talk about my summer and some exciting interviews I have planned for the fall.  I hope everyone is enjoying summer and getting some R&R.  I will be back for Season 2 on Wednesday, September 11 with all new episodes!  I have some great interviews lined up including: Gin Stephens - Author of "Delay, Do...

In today's episode I read from journal entries before I gave up sugar and flour and talk about how I was feeling.  I plan on taking a short summer hiatus and in September, will return with all new episodes!  I will read more of my journal entries and share what it felt like day-to-day as I abstained from all sugar and all flour and how I survived it.  So stay tuned for September and...

In today's episode I get to talk to my good friend, Jess Nolt, about Young Living Essential Oils.  This is part of my series highlighting different alternative resources that are available to you to help with everyday life.  I personally have been using oils more frequently to help me on my journey now that I no longer use sugar to numb and soothe myself.   Link to Young Living Oils...

In last week's episode I talked about how to transform your home to be chemical and toxin free.  And then my friend Jess messaged me to point out that there was "fragrance" in a lot of the trusted brands I use.  So I had to re-examine things and went down a bit of a rabbit hole...  I watched "STINK", the amazing documentary that talks about the dangers of the word fragrance listed a...

In today's episode I talk about how I slowly changed out all my house products over time and through trial and error to find the best chemical free alternatives.  There are so many toxins and chemicals in so many products that we use daily that can cause some serious harm to our bodies.  As I have been transforming myself to becoming sugar and flour free, it has been important to me to a...

In today's episode I talk about how to stay confident when faced with challenges and obstacles along your journey to freedom from sugar addiction.  I also talked about Every Mother to help resolve diastasis recti and the results I am already seeing in the first few weeks.

In today's episode I talk about why you can't find me on social media and also give an update on my book and talk about how I am trying to stay true to myself.

In today's episode I talk to my dear friend, Courtney Cheng, about turning 40 this year.  Courtney and I met as sophomores in college and have been friends now for almost 20 years.  We have been through so much together and have helped each other through many highs and lows in our lives.  I am so grateful for our enduring friendship and the opportunity to sit down and chat about wha...

In today's episode I talk about how I celebrated Easter and how I have managed to navigate holidays, family gatherings, parties, etc. and remain sugar and flour free.  It's not easy but it is totally doable and I share some tips that help me.  

In today’s episode I continue from last week’s episode and talk about my trip to Italy and some of the challenges I faced there.

I recorded today's episode in the middle of my trip to Italy.  Finding meal options that worked for me proved much more difficult then I thought.  We also were much more active then normal so I was really hungry and that is a trigger for me.  Listen to hear more about my experience and difficulties I encountered in the beautiful country.  

In today's episode I interview Eleena Katz, Branding and Design Manager,  for Gemisphere.   This is a part of my series on alternative ways to help out with everyday stressors.  I am OBSESSED with Gemisphere and have benefited so much from wearing my growing collection of gemstone necklaces and am really excited to share this resource with all of you.  If you live in the P...

In today's episode I interview Kris Gunnars, who wrote the article on food addiction that inspired me to abstain from sugar and flour for a full year. Read his ORIGINAL article here:  http://web.archive.org/web/20170327113724/https://authoritynutrition.com/how-to-overcome-food-addiction/ Kris Gunnars Contact Info: Website:  https://searchtraffic.com/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/kr...

In today's episode I talk about my wish to eliminate or at least reduce the amount of sugar in schools.  Sugar does not offer any nutritional value and can cause hyperactivity, behavioral issues and weaken our children's immune systems making them more susceptible to illness.  I ask that we find other ways to motivate and reward our children and make our schools a healthy environment for...

In today's episode I talk about why I choose not to weigh myself anymore and why I don't diet.  Both of these things have allowed me to feel even more freedom from the negative self chatter that used to be a daily part of my sugar addicted days.    

In today's episode I will be interviewing Dr. Stanzie Langtree, who will talk about network spinal analysis and energetic alignment as part of my series about alternative modalities to help you on your journey to sugar freedom.      More information about Dr. Stanzie: https://stanzielangtree.com/

In today’s episode I talk about the really hard week I had and how even after 13 months, a bad week can put your sugar sobriety at risk.

In today's episode I talk about how I have managed to remain abstinent, even while traveling.  I love to travel and am so glad I found ways to work through some of the challenges sugar-free traveling presents.  Listen for my tips!

In this episode I talk about the supplements and vitamins that I take and whether I feel like they make a difference or not.  This is all just my opinion so please talk to your physician or medical provider before starting any new vitamin/supplement. Some helpful links: Pharmaca - where I buy most of my vitamins and supplements Happy Healthy Hippie - I really love their joy-filled supplement...

In today's episode I talk about what I do eat since giving up all sugar and all flour.  I get asked that question a lot!  Here are the links to some of the recipes I mention: Pork Carnitas - https://40aprons.com/paleo-carnitas-whole30-crockpot/ Turkey Chili - (not my exact recipe but close) - https://www.livewellbakeoften.com/crockpot-turkey-chili/ Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili - htt...

In today’s episode I talk about the top 5 tools that helped me on my journey to sugar freedom. Helpful links: Young Living Oils - these are the essential oils that I use.  I like the tranquil blend and using frankincense and lavender on my big toe before bed.  I also love diffusing oils at night for me and the kids - especially during cold season!  Stay tuned for an episode all abou...

In my first episode I talk about my lifelong addiction to sugar and my decision to give up all flour and all sugar for one year. Read Kris Gunnar's article on food addiction that started me on my journey to sugar freedom. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode and were inspired in some way, I would love to hear from you. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your...