Why Diets Don’t Work with Erin Wathen

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Why is it so difficult to stick to a diet, and why does the weight come back on so quickly? The chemicals in food light up pleasure centers in the brain, making food very easy to become addicted to. For example, sugar has been proven to be as addictive as cocaine. Do you find that you feel energized after eating certain foods, only to “crash” soon after? Find out how to beat this in this episode!

I chatted with Erin Wathen, holistic health coach, food abuse counselor and the author of the book “Why Can’t I Stick to My Diet: Feel Better, Look Good and Never Ask That Question Again.” She shares her wisdom from working with clients who have broken free from the diet mentality and who have reclaimed their lives and health from food addiction. We talk about her struggle with sugar addiction, the importance of sleep and stress mitigation on weight loss, and more!

Show notes:

• [3:02] What is food addiction?
• [4:49] Sugar addiction and Erin’s struggle with it
• [9:01] Why agave, honey, stevia and other natural sweeteners trigger sugar cravings
• [11:44] Sugar and “euphoric recall”
• [15:43] Choosing low-glycemic fruit when you have a sugar addiction
• [17:30] Why can’t people stick to their diets? Do diets work?
• [22:00] Food addiction, emotions, and how to stop turning to food for comfort
• [26:15] Sleep as a weight loss aid and why we are drawn to refined carbohydrates when we are tired