Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and metabolic health are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on metabolic dysfunction, energy production, and simple daily habits that support sustainable recovery and improved vitality.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a deeply personal journey through processed food addiction, recovery, and the search for lasting peace. After decades of struggle, Paige Alexander now uses this space to share honest conversations, practical tools, and real life insights to help others break free from food obsession and rebuild trust with themselves.

This is Part 2 of a 2 part series with Natalie Ellis. If you have not listened to Part 1, be sure to start there for the full context around mindset, thoughts, and behavior change.

In this episode, Paige sits down again with Natalie Ellis, a certified life coach with a degree in Human Development from Brigham Young University, to shift the focus from mindset into physical health, specifically metabolic health, energy, and how the body functions.

Natalie breaks down metabolic dysfunction in simple, practical terms, explaining how the body’s ability to create energy becomes compromised over time and how that dysfunction is at the root of many common health issues, including weight gain, blood sugar imbalance, fatigue, and brain fog.

She shares 10 simple, actionable strategies you can begin using today to support your metabolism and restore energy, including walking after meals, eating more single ingredient foods, improving sleep, getting morning sunlight, supporting gut health, and moving more consistently throughout the day.

Rather than overwhelming change, this conversation focuses on small, sustainable shifts that help the body return to balance and function the way it was designed.

If you have been feeling stuck, low on energy, or unsure where to start, this episode offers a clear and approachable path forward.

Find more about Natalie on Instagram or email her at [email protected]

Share your story or questions: [email protected]  More resources: www.realfoodrecovery4u.com
Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on healing your relationship with food, rebuilding self trust, and creating a sustainable, recovery aligned way of living.

© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved.

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Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and thought patterns are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on how the brain distorts reality, reinforces emotional patterns, and influences behavior in both food recovery and daily life.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a deeply personal journey through processed food addiction, recovery, and the search for lasting peace. After decades of struggle, Paige Alexander now uses this space to share honest conversations, practical tools, and real life insights to help others break free from food obsession and rebuild trust with themselves.

This is Part 1 of a 2 part series with Natalie Ellis. Be sure to listen to Part 2 where the conversation shifts into metabolic health and simple daily habits to restore energy.

In this episode, Paige sits down with Natalie Ellis, a certified life coach with a degree in Human Development from Brigham Young University, to explore the powerful connection between thoughts, emotions, and behavior, especially in the context of recovery and motherhood.

Natalie teaches a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy that focuses on how thoughts shape feelings, actions, and results. Together, they break down the ways the brain can distort reality, influence decisions, and keep people stuck in patterns that no longer serve them.

You will learn how to recognize mental patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and begin creating more intentional, grounded responses in both your relationship with food and your everyday life.

Natalie is also the host of the Motherhood Matters podcast and works with women who want to strengthen their influence through emotional awareness and regulation. She and her husband Matt have been married for 27 years and are raising five children.

This conversation offers practical tools for anyone who feels overwhelmed, reactive, or stuck, and provides a path toward greater clarity, self awareness, and lasting change.

Find Natalie Ellis on Instagram or email her at [email protected].

Share your story or questions: [email protected]
More resources: www.realfoodrecovery4u.com

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on healing your relationship with food, rebuilding self trust, and creating a sustainable, recovery aligned way of living.  © 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved.

Watch YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/jHqWQRGpNak?is=anEBNPcyArxxpUst

Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and intuitive eating are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on why diets fail long term, how restriction impacts hunger signals, and what it takes to rebuild trust with your body in recovery.

If you have ever wondered why diets do not work or questioned whether you can truly trust your hunger, this conversation will change how you see your relationship with food.

This is Part 2 of a 2 part series with Anne Poirier. If you have not listened to Part 1, be sure to start there for a deeper exploration of body image, impulse control, and the “body bully” narrative.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was born from a world struggling with ultra-processed food addiction and the quiet pain of feeling stuck in patterns that do not serve us. After decades of food obsession, starting over, and searching for peace, Paige Alexander creates a space for honest conversations about what it truly takes to heal.

In this episode, Paige continues her discussion with Anne Poirier, body image expert and intuitive eating counselor, to explore how to rebuild self trust after years of dieting, restriction, and food rules.

Together, they break down why diets fail long term, how restriction disrupts both the brain and body, and what it actually looks like to reconnect with natural hunger cues. They also explore intuitive eating in recovery, exercise addiction, the body bully voice, and the lasting impact of chronic restriction.
This episode offers a clear, compassionate path forward for anyone stuck in the cycle of starting over, second guessing hunger, or fearing loss of control around food.

You are not broken. Your body is not the enemy. And with the right awareness, healing is possible.

Learn more about Anne Poirier at https://shapingperspectives.com/
Email: [email protected]

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Share your story or questions: [email protected]
More resources: www.realfoodrecovery4u.com

Real Food Recovery™ is an educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, rebuilding self trust, and recovery from ultra-processed food patterns.
© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved.

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Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and body image healing are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on impulse control, body image, and how self perception and internal dialogue influence recovery from ultra processed food patterns.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was born from a world struggling with ultra-processed food addiction and the quiet pain of feeling stuck in patterns that do not serve us. After decades of food obsession, starting over, and searching for peace, Paige Alexander creates a space for honest conversations about what it truly takes to heal.

In this episode, Paige sits down with Anne Poirier, nationally recognized body image expert, certified intuitive eating counselor, and author of The Body Joyful, to explore impulse control, body image, and the deep human need for acceptance in food addiction recovery.
Together, they unpack why impulse control is not about willpower, how the desire to be accepted shapes our decisions, and the powerful role of self talk in either keeping us stuck or moving us forward. They also discuss nervous system regulation, body neutrality, and what it really means to begin respecting and caring for your body again.
Anne shares her personal journey from years of body shame and disordered eating to becoming a leading voice in the body neutrality movement. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Women’s Health, Shape, and NPR.
If you have ever felt out of control around food or disconnected from your body, this conversation will help you understand that your behaviors are not failures, they are signals.  Learn more about Anne Poirier at https://shapingperspectives.com/
Unlocking Body Confidence E Book: https://shapingperspectives.com/confidence/

Share your story or questions: [email protected]  More resources: www.realfoodrecovery4u.com
Real Food Recovery™ is an educational podcast focused on healing your relationship with food, rebuilding self trust, and creating a sustainable, peaceful way of living.  © 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved.

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Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and sugar addiction are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on breaking sugar cravings, understanding compulsive eating patterns, and what sustainable recovery from ultra processed food addiction can look like.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over more times than can be counted, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige is joined by Netta Gorman, author of Break Free From Sugar Cravings. Netta shares her personal journey of struggling with intense sugar cravings, emotional eating, and the cycle of restriction and relapse that so many people experience.
She describes a long history of feeling controlled by sugar, relying on sweets for comfort, and experiencing physical symptoms such as bloating, fatigue, and digestive distress while believing it was simply a lack of willpower.
Together, Paige and Netta explore what actually drives sugar addiction, why discipline alone is not enough, and what it takes to step out of the cycle of cravings and into lasting change.  Netta shares what ultimately helped her break free from constant cravings and begin rebuilding a healthier, more stable relationship with food and her body.  If you are struggling with sugar cravings, emotional eating, or feeling stuck in cycles of restriction and relapse, this conversation will meet you where you are.
Find more about Netta Gorman at sugarcravingsfree.com.
Every conversation is an invitation to feel less alone. Alongside personal stories, Paige takes time to share listener questions about addiction, recovery, mindset, and the emotional work that makes lasting change possible. If you are searching for hope, understanding, or simply someone who gets it, this podcast is here to walk with you.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at [email protected] and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.  © 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and metabolic health are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on how modern food systems, including sugar, refined carbohydrates, and industrial seed oils, impact metabolic health, cravings, and recovery from ultra processed food patterns.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over more times than can be counted, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige is joined by Daniel Trevor, citizen scientist, author, and health advocate who, after surviving a heart attack, dedicated himself to understanding how modern diets affect metabolic health. He is the author of The Unholy Trinity, which explores the impact of carbohydrates, sugar, and industrial seed oils and offers practical strategies to support better health outcomes.

Together, Paige and Daniel explore how everyday food choices influence energy, inflammation, cravings, and long term health, and why understanding these patterns can be an important part of recovery.

This is a conversation focused on awareness, education, and empowerment, offering insight into how food environments shape behavior and how people can begin to make more informed choices without extremes or confusion.  If you are trying to understand the connection between food, health, and recovery, this episode will meet you where you are.
Find more about Daniel Trevor at http://danieltrevor.com.

Every conversation is an invitation to feel less alone. Alongside personal stories, Paige takes time to share listener questions about addiction, recovery, mindset, and the emotional work that makes lasting change possible. If you are searching for hope, understanding, or simply someone who gets it, this podcast is here to walk with you.
Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at [email protected] and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.
© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and emotional healing are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on how joy, mindset, and emotional connection support recovery from ultra processed food patterns and help build long term stability and change.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige sits down with Kaily Matterella, founder of the Joy Makers Project, to explore the role of joy, mindset, and emotional connection in the recovery process. This conversation offers a different perspective on healing, one that includes lightness, presence, and the ability to reconnect with what feels meaningful.

Kaily’s work centers on creating more joy in everyday life, and in this conversation, she shares how small, intentional shifts can influence the way we think, feel, and move through recovery. Together, Paige and Kaily discuss how emotional health and mindset play a critical role in breaking cycles and building a more sustainable path forward.  They also explore what it looks like to create moments of joy even in the middle of challenges, and how those moments can begin to shift patterns over time.
If you are looking for a more grounded, hopeful perspective on healing and recovery, this conversation will meet you where you are.  Find Kaily Matterella and learn more about her work through the Joy Makers Project on social media.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at [email protected] and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.  © 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and nervous system regulation are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on nervous system healing, overstimulation, and how reducing ultra processed inputs can support recovery and long term stability.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige is joined by Jodi Scott, founder, educator, and nervous system informed wellness advocate, to explore a different approach to recovery, one centered on doing less, not more. This conversation introduces the concept of healing through subtraction: reducing stimulation, removing ultra processed inputs, and creating space for the body to regulate and restore.

With a background in health psychology and a foundation in real food and plant based living, Jodi shares how simplifying what we consume, physically and mentally, can have a profound impact on nervous system stability, energy, and long term recovery.  Together, Paige and Jodi discuss how constant input, overstimulation, and modern lifestyle habits can keep the body dysregulated, and what it looks like to step back into a more grounded, sustainable way of living.  If you are feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or stuck in cycles that feel difficult to break, this conversation will meet you where you are.
Learn more about Jodi Scott and her work at greengoo.com.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at [email protected] and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.  © 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and mental health are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on how happiness, emotional regulation, and mindset directly impact inflammation, energy, cravings, and recovery from ultra processed food patterns.  This is Part 2 of a 2 part conversation with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum. If you have not listened to Part 1, be sure to start there for a deeper understanding of chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and sugar addiction in recovery.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige continues the conversation with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, shifting the focus to the science of happiness and its direct impact on physical health. This discussion explores how emotions, mindset, and internal dialogue influence inflammation, immune function, energy levels, and even cravings.  Drawing from his work and book 3 Steps to Happiness: An Easy Guide, Dr. Teitelbaum explains how happiness is not just a feeling, but a biological state that plays a critical role in healing. Together, Paige and Dr. Teitelbaum break down how stress, thought patterns, and emotional regulation can either support or disrupt recovery.

They also explore how focusing only on food can overlook a major piece of the healing process, and what it looks like to begin supporting both the mind and body in a more integrated way.  If you are working to rebuild your health, your energy, and your relationship with food, this conversation offers a powerful reminder that how you feel matters just as much as what you eat.
Learn more about Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum at www.EndFatigue.com and www.Vitality101.com.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at [email protected] and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.  © 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and chronic fatigue are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on the connection between sugar addiction, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, and ultra processed food patterns, and how they impact energy and recovery.  This is Part 1 of a 2 part conversation with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum. Be sure to listen to Part 2 where we explore the science of happiness, mental health, and its direct impact on inflammation, energy, and recovery.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige is joined by Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum to explore the connection between chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, low energy, and sugar addiction. This first part of the conversation focuses on understanding why so many people feel exhausted, inflamed, and stuck, and what is actually happening inside the body.

Dr. Teitelbaum is a leading expert in chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, known for helping individuals restore energy, improve sleep, and reduce pain through practical, targeted approaches. Together, Paige and Dr. Teitelbaum break down how energy production, nutrient depletion, and ultra processed food patterns contribute to long term dysfunction.  They also explore how sugar addiction and fatigue are often deeply connected, creating cycles that can feel difficult to escape without the right support and understanding.

If you are struggling with low energy, chronic symptoms, or feeling stuck in patterns that impact your recovery, this conversation will meet you where you are.  Learn more about Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum at www.EndFatigue.com and www.Vitality101.com.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at [email protected] and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.  Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.  © 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

Watch the YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/OB5eX2Y2_rQ?is=7xmlJTngwYhCYHMy