FJ Recovery Stories Episode 23: Sarah Hood
Join CJ Nguy as she interviews Sarah Hood, her colleague at Sweet Sobriety and a dedicated Community Nurse from England. Sarah’s journey into recovery from ultra-processed food addiction is both inspiring and relatable. From her early love of sugar to her "lightbulb moment" reading Andrew Jenkinson’s Why We Eat Too Much, Sarah shares how education, self-awareness, and community have helped her transform her relationship with food and herself.
Topics Discussed:
• Sarah’s Journey: How childhood habits, teenage struggles, and motherhood shaped her relationship with food.
• The Turning Point: Discovering the science behind food addiction and understanding the role of insulin, dopamine, and physiology in cravings.
• Recovery Strategies: From meal preparation to setting boundaries, Sarah shares practical tips for navigating recovery in daily life.
• Food Addiction as a Disease: Breaking the stigma and recognizing the parallels between food addiction and other substance dependencies.
• Relationships and Boundaries: How recovery has strengthened Sarah’s relationships and shifted her mindset from people-pleasing to self-care.
• Hobbies and Wellness: The role of Pilates, meditation, and mindful reflection in her recovery process.
• Advice to Her Younger Self: A heartfelt message of compassion and self-love.
This episode is a rich, honest exploration of the challenges and victories in recovering from food addiction. Whether you’re just starting your journey or looking for deeper insights, Sarah’s story offers hope and practical advice.
Resources Mentioned:
• Why We Eat Too Much by Andrew Jenkinson
• Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke
• Why We Get Sick by Dr. Benjamin Bikman
• The Obesity Code by Dr. Jason Fung
• Food Junkies by Dr. Vera Tarman
• Diet Doctor App for meal planning and recipes
Key Takeaway: Recovery is a lifelong journey of self-discovery, education, and connection. It’s about finding freedom in nourishing your body and embracing the process, not perfection.
Listen now and find inspiration to take the next step in your own journey!
Feel free to join our supportive community on Facebook: Sugar-Free for Life Support Group - where we believe "I'm Sweet Enough."
If you're considering personalized assistance, CJ, a Certified Addiction Professional specializing in Food Addiction, is here for one-on-one coaching. Reach out to CJ at cjnguy@myfoodaddictioncoach.com
Interested in sharing your recovery story on our show? We'd love to hear from you! Please email FJRecoverystories@gmail.com
If you find inspiration in recovery narratives, you won't want to miss the Food Junkies Podcast. Check it out at https://www.foodjunkiespodcast.com/.