Margaret Swift Thompson
Margaret Swift Thompson
Ep 81 - Being a Food Addict Can You Hear Why Tennie's Message Was Validating?
Ep 81 - Being a Food Addict Can You Hear Why Tennie's Message Was Validating?
Ep 81 - Being a Food Addict Can You Hear Why Tennie's Message Was Validating?
Sunday 20th November 2022
Join Tennie McCarty and Margaret Swift Thompson on 'The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast' as they discuss validating food addiction and family recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Tennie McCarty on Recognizing and Validating Food Addiction
Not ever think about wine till the next dinner party or something. I did not give prudence to the power of the addiction that I had. And so, when I saw that image that you shared and I saw the change in your brain, it was again a validation of what I knew to be true in me that is so easily dismissed by so many.
Have you ever wondered if food addiction is real and how it impacts families? In this episode of 'The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast', host Margaret Swift Thompson sits down with Tennie McCarty, the founder of Shades of Hope Treatment Center. Tennie opens up about her personal journey, including a risky but enlightening experience that validated her food addiction.
She shares how a brain scan after consuming sugar confirmed her addiction, providing a powerful insight into the challenges faced by those struggling with food-related issues. Margaret and Tennie delve into various aspects of family recovery, emphasizing the crucial role of family support in the healing process. They discuss the importance of meal plans in treatment, the benefits of family involvement, and the struggles with codependency.
Tennie also talks about detoxing from sugar and gluten, highlighting how these substances can affect the brain similarly to drugs and alcohol. One of the most compelling parts of this conversation is Tennie's encouragement for families to share their stories. She believes that storytelling is a vital tool for healing and recovery, offering hope and strategies for others on similar journeys.
Whether you're dealing with food addiction yourself or supporting a loved one, this episode provides valuable insights and practical advice to help navigate the complexities of recovery.