Dr. Shawn Baker Podcast

From Vegan To Carnivore For Sugar Addiction | Dr. Shawn Baker & Mike Collins

Jan 17, 2025
Mike Collins, an expert on sugar addiction recovery and author of "The Last Resort Sugar Detox," shares his remarkable journey from addiction to a carnivore lifestyle. He discusses the deeply ingrained issues of sugar dependency and its emotional ties, emphasizing the need for a supportive community. Collins highlights the challenges of childhood sugar exposure and how it shapes future habits. His insights on coping mechanisms and the biochemical impacts of sugar addiction offer essential strategies for anyone seeking to overcome cravings.
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ANECDOTE

Sugar as Love

  • Mike Collins's mother associated sugar with love due to childhood trauma.
  • This upbringing shaped his early experiences with sugar and addiction.
INSIGHT

Sugar Addiction Parallels

  • Sugar addiction functions similarly to substance dependencies, affecting reward centers in the brain.
  • A third of people may have a biochemical predisposition to sugar cravings.
ADVICE

Emotional Coping

  • Address emotional coping mechanisms alongside dietary changes to combat sugar addiction.
  • Explore alternative self-soothing practices like exercise, mindfulness, or social connection.
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