Food Junkies Podcast Ep. 255: Challenging the Naysayers with Dr. Nicole Avena

In this compelling conversation, Dr. Vera Tarman and Clarissa Kennedy sit down with Dr. Nicole Avena to address the most persistent critiques of food addiction head-on. They break down why self-report tools are valid, why one PET scan doesn’t disprove addiction, how withdrawal from ultra-processed foods works, and why food addiction is a distinct, evidence-supported diagnosis. For anyone who’s ever wondered “What’s wrong with me?”, this episode offers clarity, validation, and science-backed insight.