Conquering Your Fibromyalgia Podcast Ep 187 What are dietary hurdles and ways to overcome them?
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In this episode, listeners explore the challenges of maintaining a healthy diet, particularly a whole food plant-based diet, crucial for managing fibromyalgia and chronic pain. Dr. Lenz delves into the concept of the pleasure trap, the biological and psychological challenges posed by modern high-calorie foods, and the additional complexities introduced by conditions like ADHD. The episode provides strategies to overcome these barriers, emphasizing the importance of resetting taste buds, eliminating triggers, meal planning, and building a support network.
00:00 Introduction to Fibromyalgia and Healthy Eating
00:43 Challenges of Adopting a Whole Foods Plant-Based Diet
02:21 Understanding the Pleasure Trap
07:55 Overcoming Barriers to Healthy Eating
10:57 Strategies to Escape the Pleasure Trap
18:12 ADHD and Its Impact on Healthy Eating
24:10 Conclusion and Next Steps
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