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Entrepreneurs in Recovery

045: Mike Collins Understanding the Hidden Dangers of Sugar Addiction

Dec 24, 2024
01:15:22

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In this episode of Entrepreneurs in Recovery, host Jesse Harless engages in a transformative conversation with Mike Collins, a leading voice in sugar addiction recovery and founder of SugarAddiction.com.

 

Mike shares his compelling journey from addiction to empowerment, shedding light on the underestimated dangers of sugar and its profound impact on mental and physical health. Together, they explore the parallels between sugar addiction and substance abuse, the role of cultural norms in perpetuating the problem, and the groundbreaking science behind sugar's effects on the brain.

 

This discussion dives deep into actionable strategies for breaking free from sugar dependency, the importance of peer support, and the potential for a healthier, more mindful future.

 

Moments From the Show

00:00 Introduction: The Slow Death of Sugar

00:33 Welcome to Entrepreneurs in Recovery

04:08 Personal Story: A Family's Sugar Legacy

07:19 The Science and Culture of Sugar Addiction

22:45 Raising Sugar-Free Kids

26:00 The Link Between Sugar and ADHD

35:50 Pandemic Impact on Sugar Addiction

37:53 Emotional Outsourcing and Self-Soothing

38:22 The Vicious Cycle of Weight Gain

39:43 Understanding Dopamine and Sugar Addiction

40:52 The Truth About Fruit and Fructose

45:25 Normalizing Addiction Conversations

52:59 The 90-Day Sugar Detox Plan

56:08 The Importance of Peer Support

01:05:01 Long-Term Recovery and Purpose

01:08:54 Future Goals and Manifestations

01:11:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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The Entrepreneurs in Recovery podcast is for those interested in finding healing from addictions, trauma, and attachments that hold them back from sharing their authentic voice and message with the world. We showcase a wide variety of guests specializing in holistic health, mental health, wealth, addiction, trauma, spirituality, habit change, entrepreneurship, psychedelics, integration, and more. Hosted by Jesse Harless, interviewing individuals who overcame tremendous odds in order to find their innate greatness within and share their endeavors with the world. You’ll hear helpful tools, ideas, vulnerability, synchronicities, and inspiring stories that will impact your mind, body, and soul.  #EntrepreneursInRecovery #addiction #podcast  

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