Dr. Alexandra Sowa—board-certified in internal and obesity medicine and author of The Ozempic Revolution—joins us to unpack the complex intersection of GLP-1 medications, metabolic health, and food addiction recovery. With clinical rigor and heartfelt empathy, Dr. Sowa explores what GLP-1s like Ozempic are really doing to food noise, why outcomes vary, and how sustainable change requires more than medication alone. We dive into the emotional grief of losing food as comfort, the role of behavioral and lifestyle interventions, and how clinicians and food addiction counselors can unite for true, lasting healing. Whether you're a provider, patient, or person in recovery, this is a must-listen.

Dr. Vera Tarman interviews renowned oncology researcher Dr. Thomas Seyfried, whose groundbreaking work challenges the dominant genetic theory of cancer. Dr. Seyfried argues that cancer is primarily a mitochondrial metabolic disease, fueled by glucose and glutamine fermentation. He discusses how ketogenic diets, caloric restriction, and targeting specific metabolic pathways may offer a more effective and less toxic approach to cancer prevention and treatment. This conversation dives deep into cancer biology, therapeutic fasting, and the impact of ultra-processed foods on mitochondrial health.

In this episode of Clinician’s Corner, Molly and Clarissa dive into what it really takes to sustain long-term recovery from ultra-processed food addiction. Moving beyond the early, crisis-focused phase of recovery, they explore the research-backed foundations of lasting change—like routine, stress management, mindfulness, and community connection. They share personal insights, clinical experience, and hopeful reminders that recovery is a lifestyle renovation, not a quick fix. Whether you're early in the journey or navigating years of sobriety, this conversation offers encouragement, perspective, and practical tools for creating a life you no longer want to escape from.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Jen Unwin to discuss two groundbreaking studies on Ultra-Processed Food Addiction, including a global expert consensus and a 12-month recovery outcomes paper. We also spotlight the upcoming IFACC 2025 conference in London and a special event happening this Saturday that supports it. Whether you’re a clinician, coach, or in recovery yourself, this episode is filled with insight, inspiration, and hope.

In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Vera Tarman and Bitten Jonsson share their personal journeys with food addiction—from childhood sugar obsessions to professional breakthroughs. Together, they reflect on decades of lived experience, evolving science, and how they pioneered treatment approaches that go far beyond diet culture. A powerful conversation about truth-telling, healing, and hope.

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Eike Buabang, cognitive neuroscientist at Trinity College Dublin, joins us to unpack the science of habits and how they impact recovery. We explore why we repeat behaviors that no longer serve us, how stress shifts our brain from goal-directed to automatic actions, and what it really takes to build lasting change. This one is packed with insight, hope, and practical tools.

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In this Clinician’s Corner episode, Clarissa Kennedy and Molly Painschab rethink the concept of “self-sabotage” in food addiction recovery. They reveal how these behaviors are not signs of failure, but adaptive coping strategies rooted in survival. With compassion and clinical insight, they explore how reframing shame-based language can open the door to healing, connection, and nervous system awareness.

In this compelling episode, Dr. Vera Tarman and Molly Painschab sit down with Dr. David Wiss to unpack the complex intersection of food addiction and eating disorders. Together, they explore the historical divide between the two fields, the impact of trauma and structural inequality, and why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. Whether you're a clinician or someone in recovery, this conversation offers deep insights, practical tools, and a call for compassionate, individualized care.

In this episode of Food Junkies, we explore the powerful connection between food insecurity and food addiction with Dr. Lindsey Parnarouskis, a clinical psychologist and researcher specializing in the intersection of economic marginalization and overeating behaviors. Dr. Parnarouskis shares groundbreaking research revealing that individuals experiencing food insecurity are nearly four times more likely to struggle with food addiction, highlighting the critical role of stress, limited access to whole foods, and intermittent food availability in reinforcing addictive eating patterns. We discuss the social justice implications of food addiction, why policy changes are essential, and how clinicians can compassionately support individuals navigating both food insecurity and addictive eating. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that challenges conventional thinking and advocates for systemic solutions to a growing public health crisis.

Dr. Weaver explains how Alzheimer’s may be an autoimmune disorder triggered by chronic inflammation, with diet being one of the most significant modifiable risk factors. They explore the role of the immune system, the impact of sugar and processed foods on brain health, and potential preventative measures. Dr. Weaver also shares insights on emerging treatments, including GLP-1 receptor agonists, and emphasizes the urgent need for public awareness about Alzheimer’s prevention through lifestyle changes.