Michael Prager, author of Fat Boy, Thin Man, shares his journey from food addiction to recovery and advocacy. He discusses the inspiration behind his books, the parallels between food and substance addiction, and the need for institutional recognition of food addiction. A must-listen for anyone seeking insights into recovery and systemic change.
The Future of Ultra-Processed Food Use Disorder & Eating Disorder Treatment Dr. Kim Dennis discusses the growing recognition of Ultra-Processed Food Use Disorder (UPFUD) and its impact on mental health. Citing a major study linking UPFA to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and anxiety, she challenges the “all foods fit” model in eating disorder treatment. At her […]
Slips, lapses, recurrences, and relapses s "all or nothing" the only way to recover from Ultra-Processed Food (UPF) addiction, or is there a more flexible, compassionate approach? In this episode, Clarissa and Molly explore harm reduction—a powerful yet often misunderstood tool in food addiction recovery. While widely used in substance use treatment, harm reduction remains […]
In this episode of the Food Junkies Podcast, Dr. Vera Tarman interviews Dr. John Davis about how bariatric surgery may increase the risk of alcohol use disorder and food addiction. Dr. Davis explains how changes in gut-brain signaling heighten sensitivity to alcohol and sugar, leading to shifts in cravings and behavior. They discuss the roles […]
In this episode of Food Junkies, Dr. Nick Norwitz shares his personal journey with severe Inflammatory Bowel Disease and how a ketogenic diet transformed his health when conventional medicine failed. We dive into groundbreaking research on the link between food addiction and viruses, the phenomenon of lean mass hyper responders, and the complexities of cholesterol […]
