Real Food Recovery

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   If you are wanting to up your organization game, have we got a podcast for you!!!  Jamie and Paige get real about the benefits of being on top of things, and thinking through several steps down the road.  From fridge tips to grocery store planning to calendar apps, they share all their secrets to inviting calm on the daily.  Taking your first step towards order is just one podcast away!   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4U) and TikTok (@realfoodrecovery). Check out our website at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com  

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Join Jamie and Paige as they welcome guest Sally Johnson RD. Sally’s a Registered Dietitian, who walked away from conventional nutrition training and found food freedom for her and her clients.Together, they discuss who REALLY funds the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and how Big Food influences all our food recommendations (you will be shocked). And, if you have ever been curious about how much protein you should be consuming on a daily basis, and why, Sally lays out a simple way to help you get what you need. Simply put, Sally is a gem and we can’t wait to have her back!   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u) and TikTok (@realfoodrecovery).  Check out our website at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  Sally Johnson, RD can be found @sallyjohnsonrd on Facebook, IG and Twitter. She is also the author of three books: The Complete Paleo Cookbook for Beginners; The Paleo InstantPot Cookbook for Beginners and The Paleo 30-Day Challenge.

  Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Today, we are going to talk about a tender topic…grief. This is an uncomfortable topic, but a necessary one, especially for those of us in recovery. That’s because recovery from addiction, no matter what shape it takes or the stage that it’s in, is an emotionally taxing time. Losing someone or something you love can bring great sadness for anyone, but for someone in recovery,it can throw us completely off, leading often to strong temptations and a even a the potential lapse and withdrawal. But we have hope and tools to share that can keep you on track in  your recovery AND give you a greater sense of peace.    In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u) and TikTok (@realfoodrecovery).  And don’t forget to check out our website at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com! 

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Join us for a service-focused chat with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, a GIANT in the nutritional excellence and longevity field. Dr. Fuhrman’s decades of research via his work with thousands of patients has led him to write his pivotal, Fast Food Genocide. We discuss this important work, diving into how processed food is killing us and impacting society with staggering speed! Listen to find out how our lives and our future can be healed by harnessing the power of nutrition.   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Did you know that clutter and mental health are connected!?  While clutter is sometimes associated with creativity or being right-brained, it can also be overwhelmingly stressful, especially if it gets out of hand and interferes with your ability to function effectively in your daily life.  Listen in as Jamie and Paige clearly line out how clutter and chaos play into processed food addiction.  Then enjoy their simple solutions to approaching the seemingly daunting task of organizing yourself, and your surroundings.    In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u) and TikTok (@realfoodrecovery).  And don’t forget to check out our website at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com! 

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   This episode digs into the question: Is dopamine good or bad? You might be surprised to hear that the answer is YES! Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that occurs naturally in our bodies, and plays a role in getting us addicted to an activity or substance, such as food.This release of dopamine induces feelings of well-being or euphoria, and the addictive cycle begins. But, did you know that dopamine can work for us too? Listen to find out more.   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u) and TikTok (@realfoodrecovery). And don’t forget to check out our website at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com!   

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Paige and Jamie had the honor of interviewing Dr. Nicole Avena. She is a research neuroscientist and a pioneer in the field of food addiction. Her seminal research work jump-started a new field of exploration in medicine and nutrition. She is an expert in diet during pregnancy and baby, toddler, and childhood nutrition. You can find Dr. Avena at www.DrNicoleAvena.com or on social media @DrNicoleAvena. Read the details of her new book, Sugar Less, here.   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Join us for a lively conversation with Rich Holman, author of Killing You Softly, a comprehensive guide, backed by extensive research, footnotes, and real-life testimonies, proving how sugar is slowly, sweetly, and completely killing us. Listen as we uncover how Big Food, Big Pharma, and Big Health play into our nation's obesity epidemic. And hold onto your hat for shocking statistics about how America spends the most in health care, yet is 47th in the world for life span. Gain clarity on the devastating effects of sugar, its highly toxic impact on our bodies, and how we can fight back!     In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery), or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Do you struggle with carrying guilt, shame, or other regrets from mistakes you’ve made in life? Have you wondered if it’s possible to ever find freedom from the choices of your past? Join Jamie and Paige as they help you release the baggage you’ve been carrying around. Learn why our mistakes can help us unlock our greatest growth potential and how to make amends when we hurt people we love and care for. It’s a deeply vulnerable and honest conversation that we are sure you’re going to learn a lot from!   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u) and TikTok (@realfoodrecovery).  And don’t forget to check out our website at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com!   

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Have you ever been on a diet only to gain everything back, plus a little more!?  What if we told you that you never have to suffer that trauma cycle again?  In this episode, Jamie and Paige unlock the secret to weight loss.  Prepare to be blown away by the simplicity of their fail-proof food plan. If you are looking for a sustainable way of living, one that you can look forward to waking up and doing again, then tap “play” as soon as possible…hope is just a podcast away!   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.    

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   In this episode, Jamie and Paige have the honor of hosting one of the members of our RFR family, Shae Williams. Shae is one of our RFR leaders, a health coach, and a spiritual leader who is filled with wisdom…aren’t we lucky to have her? In sharing her story, Shae reminds us it’s never too late to turn things around, no matter how off track you’ve gotten and how her “mess became her message”. Shae knows that how we do one thing is how we do everything and if we begin change efforts by addressing the physical parts of life, we will then be free to lean into the emotional parts. There’s so much wisdom in this episode, so tune in and enjoy!   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u) and TikTok (@realfoodrecovery).  And check out our website at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com!    

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Do you love to serve? Or maybe you struggle with the notion of it. It’s never too late to start and it’s never too late to make up for the past. Paige and Jamie have lots of suggestions on how to find service that lights you up inside and out, plus all the reasons service is a better high than food ever could be.   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Do you think goal-setting is necessary for success? Find out why this is true and how to set goals for yourself in recovery. In this episode, Paige and Jamie share some great stories and life lessons that exemplify why goal-setting is so important in recovery and in life. Tune in to be inspired and come ready to take notes!   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4U) and TikTok (@realfoodrecovery). Check out our website at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   In this episode, Paige and Jamie are honored to interview one of the original voices in the Food Addiction (and recovery) movement, Dr. Vera Tarman. Her book “Food Junkies” brought the concept of Food Addiction to society in a way that could not be ignored. Since that book’s release 10 years ago, Dr. Tarman has been influential in the treatment and recovery from food addiction and obsession. Dr. Tarman reminds us that healing happens from the inside out and through connection and community we find the strength we need to recover. She wants everyone to know that HOPE is there and recovery is possible.    In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Have you ever heard of ACT?  No, not the college prep exam, but Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.  It is a wonderful world of psychotherapy that helps you stay focused on the present moment and accept thoughts and feelings without judgment.  If that speaks to you like it did to us, then join our lively discussion based on developing an action oriented plan.  We love how the steps are broken down into the most simple form, and makes it user friendly to anyone interested in this therapeutic approach.   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Do your values align with your behaviors? Do you feel different when they do? And, more importantly, do your food behaviors align with your values? If so, every bite you take can get you closer to freedom…something we all want and deserve. Dive into this provocative topic with Jamie and Paige as they unpack why our values are key in recovery.     In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.    

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Join us as we get to know one of our RFR Leaders, Heather Hewett!  Heather has advanced knowledge in all things surrounding nutrition, and the impact it makes on our gut microbiome.  Find out one of the most important macronutrients we can feed our healthy bacteria.  Hear her life story around recovery, and appreciate her journey from deep in the depths of processed food addiction to finding a path to freedom.  Listen in to her take on vulnerability while she shares her most tender parts of her story, and how she has used those experiences, and turned them into her super power.  Leave this podcast with the hope that food obsession is possible to conquer for anyone who is willing to show up and do the work.  We think you will be amazed!     In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   In this second of their two-part series on Boundaries, Jamie and Paige take a deeper look at boundaries and focus on what healthy boundaries look like and the areas of growth we experience when we leverage them. Paige and Jamie remind us that as we mature in recovery, our boundaries grow with us and we get better at protecting ourselves…from ourselves. Win-Win!     In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   In this first of a two-part series, Jamie and Paige take a real look at what boundaries are and why they’re important. They give examples of how boundaries are set with love and how they can be compromised. The good news is that as we mature in recovery,we can clearly see how our boundaries can grow with us and we get better at protecting ourselves…from ourselves. Tune in for more on this foundational topic!     In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   In this unique episode, we have the opportunity to hear from a pediatric nephrologist, who specializes in a plant based lifestyle.  Glean from his wisdom as to how to best help our children suffering from obesity.  Discover the startling statistics of the ever rising obesity epidemic among our youth.  Find out what you can do as a parent or grandparent to best help our little ones live a healthier happier life.  And you might just be surprised to hear his take on exercise.  This is an episode the whole world needs to hear, our future depends on it!   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions, so be sure to submit them on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u) and TikTok (@realfoodrecovery).   Takeaways:  A million Vegan Grandmothers~Tammy (a good podcast guest)