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From Booze to Sugar: Breaking Free from the Addiction Swap with Mike Collins (Episode 158).
From Booze to Sugar: Breaking Free from the Addiction Swap with Mike Collins (Episode 158).
From Booze to Sugar: Breaking Free from the Addiction Swap with Mike Collins (Episode 158).
Tuesday 25th February 2025
Mike Collins discusses the hidden dangers of sugar addiction and shares his journey to living sugar-free for over 30 years.
48 minutes
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Inspiring
Eye-opening
Educational
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Episode Overview
- Sugar can act as a substitute for alcohol in recovery.
- Emotional connections to sugar often start in childhood.
- Sugar impacts brain chemistry similarly to drugs.
- Recognising and addressing sugar addiction is crucial.
- Practical steps can help break free from sugar dependency.
Sugar is the original gateway drug, and my mother was my favourite sugar junkie.
Mike Collins joins Jodie Stevens on Genuine Life Recovery to talk about a sneaky foe in the world of addiction: sugar. Mike, who has been sober from alcohol for decades, found himself turning to sugar as a substitute. He shares how sugar addiction can be just as harmful as substance abuse, affecting the brain in similar ways. Mike's journey from overcoming alcohol addiction to living sugar-free for over 30 years is both inspiring and eye-opening.
He explains how sugar impacts our brain chemistry, causing cravings and withdrawals much like drugs do. You'll also hear about the emotional connections many of us have with sugar, often stemming from childhood. Mike offers practical advice on breaking free from sugar dependency and highlights the importance of recognising it as a real addiction. If you're swapping one addiction for another or curious about the hidden dangers of sugar, this episode is a must-listen.
Mike's insights are not just informative but also deeply personal, making this episode both relatable and educational.