Low Carb MD Podcast Solving Addiction with Nutrition | Julia Ross - E408
Aug 18, 2025
Julia Ross, a pioneering psychotherapist and bestselling author, delves into the intersections of nutrition and addiction. She discusses the biochemical roots of food cravings and how targeted amino acids like Tyrosine can significantly impact recovery from food addiction. Ross critiques the overemphasis on dopamine and highlights the importance of protein intake for those struggling with cravings. Her practical insights empower listeners to understand the role of nutrition in emotional balance and lasting freedom from unhealthy eating habits.
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From Psychotherapy To Nutritional Breakthrough
- Julia Ross describes working at the Henry Olaf House treating alcoholics and seeing only ~50% recovery despite intensive psychotherapy.
- That failure led her to investigate biochemical causes and nutrients for addiction recovery.
Tyrosine Links Protein Deficit To Stimulant Cravings
- Tyrosine is a key amino acid that fuels dopamine, norepinephrine, and adrenaline and links to stimulant addictions.
- Julia Ross ties modern low protein diets since the 1970s to increased stimulant cravings and addiction vulnerability.
Rapid Tyrosine Rescue In A Client
- A Native American client with cocaine and alcohol dependence responded within minutes to tyrosine with alertness, eye contact, and movement.
- Julia Ross used filmed amino-acid trialing to rapidly identify effective nutrient fixes.
