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.   In this episode, we are going to explore the transformative power of choice and we want to start with a question that challenges our very perception of life: Can happiness be a choice, rather than just a fleeting emotion? In a world that often feels out of our control, what if the key to a more fulfilling life is right within us? Keep listening as Jamie and I uncover the truth behind choosing happiness and how this simple yet profound decision can change everything. 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.     Today we are going to dive into a discussion about the book The Pleasure Trap. The authors, Dr Douglas Lisle, a psychologist and Dr Alan Goldhamer, a chiropractor and health educator, explain how modern food environments hijack our natural instincts, leading us into a cycle of addiction and poor health. Sound familiar? The Pleasure Trap is a fascinating book that delves into the psychology and biology of why we get hooked on unhealthy foods. At its core, the book explains that humans are wired to seek pleasure, avoid pain, and conserve energy.  This was beneficial for survival in ancient environments where food was scarce and physical effort was necessary. However, in today’s world of abundant, highly palatable processed foods, these instincts can lead us astray.   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. Today we have the pleasure of chatting with Leah Hope. Leah is a dedicated advocate for health and wellness with a personal journey of recovery. Her journey has been documented on social media in a very courageous way. Leah is deeply focused on consuming more whole and minimally processed foods and joins us to share her incredible story and recovery mindset. Leah shares that she is not just after a smaller body, she’s also after a bigger life! You can find Leah on her socials: @leahhopehealth on Facebook, TikTok or Instagram 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 today as we dive into a topic that many of us can relate to—our relationship with the addictive nature of ultra-processed foods and how to take control back. But instead of fighting our addictive responses, we're going to talk about how to make friends with those parts of us - #plottwist. Yes, you heard that right— our addictive behaviors can become our friend!  This may sound counterintuitive but we promise it’s not. So, listen in, because we are going to tell you how to play nice so that you can win in any food situation!   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, we’re diving into a fascinating and transformative concept that can play a crucial role in your recovery – the Ego Trap. This topic affects millions of people, probably even you, and happens when recovery from ultra-processed foods gets caught in the snares of perfectionism. So join us as we explore how addiction ties into the ego trap, and how we can find a path forward that embraces progress over perfection.    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.     Life on life's terms is messy and frustrating sometimes, isn't it? So let's talk about what happens when life gives us a plot twist and the recovery rug gets pulled out from under us. This is a serious issue, and while we hope and pray it doesn't happen to you, we think it's an important topic to discuss!   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 interview Florence Christophers. Florence is a trauma-informed Certified Health Coach with expertise in sugar/food addiction recovery. Florence has been researching, coaching and walking the path of recovery in the food addiction space for 30 years. She is the founder and host of the world’s first summit on the topic of sugar and sugar addiction, The Kick Sugar Summit. She offers online courses and coaching programs that teach her signature approach to help individuals unhook from the addictive pull of processed foods and create lasting lifestyle changes. Florence has a proven track record of helping individuals reverse metabolic diseases such as obesity, diabetes and depression. You can find out more about Florence 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.     Have you seen the Netflix Documentary “Living to 100” yet? If so, you’ll be familiar with the concept of the Blue Zones. And if not, buckle up because you’re about to learn a LOT about how to live longer, maximize your life’s purpose, connect with others and have a well-rounded full life. And a long one at that! 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.     Today we are covering one of our favorite topics: setting our future selves up for success. Imagine a future where you are free from the grip of ultra-processed foods, where your health is vibrant, and your mind is clear. This vision isn't just a dream—it's a reality that you can work towards, starting right now. For those suffering from the effects of processed foods, some call it food addiction, obsession or compulsion, we rely heavily on the constant thought of our future self to keep moving in a positive direction. Real Food Recovery has cracked the code for recovering from the effects of processed foods, using this powerful paradigm, so listen in!   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 a world where anxiety plagues so many, we are learning that anxiety and the effects of processed food on the brain can be closely related. They are so closely linked that they often travel in tandem, similar to a two seat bicycle. They improve together, as well as weaken together.  Research suggests that ultra-processed foods can trigger pleasure centers in our brains, leading to cravings and potentially addictive behaviors. These foods often provide a temporary sense of comfort or relief from stress and anxiety due to their impact on neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine.  Listen in as we tackle the complexities of the interplay between processed food and anxiety, you might just find answers you have been looking for!   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 interview Mike Collins. Mike is a sugar detox expert and has been sugar-free for over 30 years. He is past Chairman of the Board and current board member of the Food Addiction Institute a non-profit that helps raise awareness about processed food and sugar worldwide. Mike is also the founder of SugarAddiction.com, which has been helping thousands successfully quit sugar for over nine years. Mike has worked closely with others to help them regain lives ravaged by various substance use disorders. He has dedicated his life to getting people off high inflammatory sugary diets and helping people regain their life and health. He hosts the Quit Sugar Summit each year and will soon host the first Binge Eating Summit. You can find out more about Mike and his mission 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.   In this episode, we're diving deep into a topic that many of us struggle with, but seldom talk about: shame. We often hear about the physical and emotional challenges of overcoming processed food addiction,obsession and compulsion, but the role of shame in this journey is profound and often overlooked. In this episode, we’ll explore how shame affects our recovery, and more importantly, how we can move past it to find freedom and healing.   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, we're diving deep into a powerful framework inspired by the legendary Tony Robbins. We'll explore how changing your strategy, story, and state can be a game-changer in your journey to recovery.  We are aware of the reality that processed foods are everywhere, tempting us at every turn with their convenience and addictive flavors. But behind those cravings lies a powerful opportunity – an opportunity to transform your life. And that's where these' three pillars come into play, so listen in for this great episode! 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 special episode, Jamie and Paige welcome WFPB and Food Addiction Recovery Icon, Chef AJ.  Listen closely to find answers to some of your toughest recovery questions.  If abstinence is too hard, what then? Is this addiction to ultra-processed foods ever curable?  How important is finding your tribe in recovery?  What do I do if I can’t break free from a binge-restrict cycle?  And lastly, don’t miss her biggest piece of advice for those in recovery, even we were surprised!  Enjoy all the common sense guidance that comes from decades of success, this is an episode not to be missed!   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).  And don’t forget to checkout 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.   Lisa Asbell, RN, is a dedicated professional with over three decades of coaching and mentoring expertise in the health and wellness arena. Her journey of losing over a hundred pounds and keeping it off is to be admired. Lisa is driven by an unwavering passion for fostering profound lifestyle change, and believes in working from the inside out. Listen in as she shares her philosophy of the path that led to her ultimate peace and wellness long term. 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, we’ll build on Episode 70, by continuing to examine all the weight loss myths that have invited so many unhealthy eating patterns. We continue to uncover the truth in hopes of helping anyone struggling and looking for answers around low calorie diets, movement, carbs and fats.  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 us for episode 70 because this is going to be an episode that will leave you leaning forward in your seat. Listen past the words we share, and see if you can stop yourself from nodding your head as you relate to everything we say. This episode dives into the myths of weight loss!  Ever get tired of the diet roller coaster and conflicting advice? Then listen in because this episode is for you!   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.   Today we have the pleasure of sharing our conversation with the incomparable confidence coach and recovering sugar addict, Laura Eiman. Laura has been studying the mindset of Navy SEALs and Olympic athletes for 23 years. She is passionate about coaching burnt out, stuck women on how to regain their confidence, become resilient and develop a positive “Oh Yes I Can” mindset, so they can lead balanced, joyful lives. This conversation was a treat in every way and we are sure you will love her as much as we do, so listen in! You can find Laura at www.lauraeiman.com to book a complimentary coaching call. You can also purchase her new PDF called "31 Confidence Tips I Wish I Knew 31 years Ago" for $7.99 and sign up for her monthly newsletter You can find Laura on social media (IG and TT) via @Laura Eiman 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.