Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and metabolic health are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on how lifestyle medicine can support recovery from ultra processed food patterns and improve long term metabolic and chronic disease outcomes.

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. Ann Hester, a double board certified physician in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, to explore how everyday choices, especially food, directly impact metabolism, inflammation, hormones, and long term health. This conversation brings clarity to what is often overcomplicated and highlights a more sustainable, evidence based path forward.

After more than three decades in traditional medicine, Dr. Hester shifted her focus to addressing the root causes of chronic disease through lifestyle medicine. Her approach centers on nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, and behavior change, helping people move beyond symptom management and into real, lasting health.

Together, Paige and Dr. Hester discuss the connection between ultra processed food consumption and chronic disease, how inflammation and metabolic dysfunction develop over time, and what it looks like to begin reversing that process with simple, consistent changes.

They also explore how to cut through the noise of conflicting health information and build a foundation that supports long term vitality without extremes or overwhelm.

If you are looking for a more grounded, science backed approach to healing your body and creating lasting health, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Learn more about Dr. Ann Hester at PatientWorld.net and follow her on Instagram for continued education.

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™.
 
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Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and metabolic health are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on functional nutrition, metabolism, and how the body responds to ultra processed foods in the context of long term 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 her conversation with Ashley Olson and Andrea Crane of The Double A Podcast, this time focusing on functional nutrition, metabolism, and food addiction recovery. This discussion explores how the body responds to ultra processed foods and how metabolic health plays a key role in long term healing.

Together, they break down how consistency, awareness, and nutritional support can help shift the body out of cycles of cravings, fatigue, and imbalance.

This episode is part of a two episode collaboration featuring The Double A Podcast. If you are trying to understand the connection between metabolism, nutrition, and recovery from food addiction, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Learn more at The Double A Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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.

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Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and food freedom are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on rebuilding a healthy relationship with food, improving consistency, and moving away from restriction and confusion 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 sits down with Ashley Olson and Andrea Crane of The Double A Podcast to explore food freedom, fueling your body, and recovering from ultra processed food patterns. This conversation focuses on how nutrition, awareness, and consistency can support a healthier and more stable relationship with food.

Ashley and Andrea share how shifting away from restriction and confusion toward a more grounded approach can change not just eating habits, but overall well being, energy, and cravings.

This episode is part of a two episode collaboration featuring The Double A Podcast. If you are working to rebuild your relationship with food and your body, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Learn more at The Double A Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Find Ashley Olson on Instagram @ashley_olson_fitness and learn more about her work at @karvefitness.co.

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.

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Food addiction, binge eating, and ultra processed food recovery are at the center of this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation explores binge eating recovery and food addiction healing through a grounded, nervous system informed approach to 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 is joined by Dr. Kristina Dobyns, an integrative recovery coach and educator specializing in binge eating and food addiction recovery. Together, they explore a more grounded and sustainable approach to healing, one that moves beyond willpower and focuses on the connection between the body, the nervous system, and long term behavior change.

Dr. Dobyns brings a unique perspective that blends somatic psychology, nutrition, and mindfulness based relapse prevention. Her work centers on helping individuals reconnect with their bodies, understand the root drivers of cravings, and build a more stable foundation for recovery through simple, consistent practices.

Together, Paige and Dr. Dobyns discuss the role of embodiment in recovery, how ultra processed foods impact both the brain and body, and what it looks like to move out of cycles of binge eating without relying on restriction or extremes. This conversation offers a more compassionate and practical path forward for those ready to rebuild trust with themselves.

If you are struggling with binge eating, food addiction, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, this episode will meet you where you are.

Learn more about Dr. Kristina Dobyns at www.BeyondBingeEating.com or reach out at [email protected].

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™.

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Website: https://www.BeyondBingeEating.com

Newsletter: https://beyondbingeeating.com/Newsletter/

YouTube: www.BeyondBingeEating.com/@BeyondBingeEating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BeyondBingeEating/ 

Conscious Bites course: www.BeyondBingeEating.com/Conscious-Bites

Grab your FREE Eat-With-Awareness Bundle to slow down, stay present, and reclaim peace with food: https://beyondbingeeating.com/opt-in/

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Food addiction, ultra processed food patterns, and recovery are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on real life healing from ultra processed food addiction and what sustainable recovery can actually look like in everyday life.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with processed food addiction and the deep ache 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 truly takes to heal. Each episode opens the door to the real, raw, and often messy journey of recovery, offering compassion, lived experience, and practical tools that help rebuild a life grounded in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige sits down with Braci Dutton, who shares her real life experience with ultra processed food addiction and how she found a way to take her life back through simple, sustainable changes. Her story is honest, relatable, and deeply encouraging for anyone who feels stuck in cycles of food obsession and frustration.

Together, they explore what it looks like to move out of overwhelm and into clarity, how small shifts can create powerful momentum, and why recovery does not have to be complicated to be effective. Braci’s approach is grounded, practical, and rooted in real life application, making this conversation especially powerful for those who feel like they have tried everything and are still searching for a way forward.

If you are struggling with ultra processed food patterns, feeling out of control around food, or looking for a more realistic and sustainable path to recovery, this episode will remind you that change is possible and it may be simpler than you think.  Follow Braci Dutton on social media to learn more and stay connected to her work.

Share your story or questions: [email protected]
 More resources: 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™.

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

Today’s conversation challenges a common narrative: being told your symptoms are “normal” or that your labs look “fine.” Gut health is not a trend. Leaky gut, clinically known as intestinal permeability, is a real breakdown of the gut lining that can contribute to inflammation, immune dysfunction, food sensitivities, and chronic symptoms long before anything shows up on paper.

Paige is joined by Lola MacLean to unpack what is happening inside the body after years of ultra-processed food exposure, why healing often begins with slowing down instead of adding more, and how simple, consistent shifts can help restore resilience in both the gut and the nervous system.

If you are recovering from the effects of ultra-processed foods and looking for clarity, stability, and a more sustainable path forward, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Learn more about Lola MacLean: Functional Health Consulting for Women with Gut Health Issues
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Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self-trust, and recovery-aligned living.
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 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™.

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Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with processed food addiction and the deep ache 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 truly takes to heal. Each episode opens the door to the real, raw, and often messy journey of recovery offering compassion, lived experience, and practical tools that help rebuild a life grounded in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige sits down with Laura Eiman, who shares her powerful transformation from decades of sugar addiction and junk food dependency to 25 years free from sugar and ultra-processed foods. Once struggling with obesity, divorce, and feeling completely directionless, Laura describes how she reached a breaking point that forced her to rebuild her life from the inside out.

Her turning point came when she began studying the mindset of Navy SEALs, Olympic athletes, and Greek philosophers, applying their principles of discipline, resilience, and mental toughness to her own recovery. From that work, she developed a confidence-based system that helped her break free from destructive habits and rebuild self-trust.

Today at 72, Laura shares how she continues to live with what she calls “invincible confidence,” and how daily mindset practices rooted in discipline and purpose have allowed her to stay free from sugar addiction for decades.

This conversation explores what it really takes to break long-standing food addiction patterns, how identity and mindset shape recovery, and why building confidence is often the missing piece in lasting change.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of food addiction, self-sabotage, or starting over, this episode offers a powerful reminder: change is possible at any age, and identity, not willpower, is what drives lasting recovery.

Learn more about Laura: lauraeiman.com
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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What happens when you’re trying to heal your body—but your home life feels stressful, heavy, or even toxic? In this episode of the Real Food Recovery Podcast, Paige Alexander talks about the challenge of overcoming emotional eating and processed food addiction while navigating a difficult relationship or marriage. Stress at home can impact your nervous system, cravings, and ability to stay consistent with healthy habits, making recovery feel even harder. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything you can to heal—but your environment keeps pulling you back—this episode is for you. We explore the connection between stress and emotional eating, how relationships influence food choices, why your environment matters in recovery, and small, realistic ways to support your healing during difficult seasons. Real Food Recovery™ helps people break free from processed food addiction and rebuild a life rooted in nourishment, peace, and self-trust. You are not alone, and you are allowed to heal—even in imperfect circumstances.

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© 2026 Paige Alexander — Real Food Recovery™. All rights reserved.

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Are we being told the full truth about cholesterol—and its role in heart disease?

In this episode of the Real Food Recovery Podcast, Paige Alexander sits down with Maria Cross, author of How to Feed Your Brain, to explore the connection between cholesterol, brain health, metabolism, and the modern diet.

In a world driven by ultra-processed food, rising anxiety, and chronic health struggles, many people are left confused about what actually supports healing. This conversation breaks down the science and challenges common beliefs about food while connecting them to mental health, gut health, the immune system, and long-term wellness.

Maria Cross specializes in nutrition and brain health, with a growing focus on adults over 55 who want to maintain a sharp mind, stable mood, and metabolic health as they age.

Together, we explore:

•   The truth about food and brain health 
•   How processed food impacts brain function and mood
•   The connection between gut health, immunity, and metabolism
•   Why the body must be viewed as a complete, interconnected system
•   Practical ways to support long-term cognitive and physical health

If you’ve ever felt confused, frustrated, or overwhelmed trying to “do the right thing” for your health, this episode will help you reconnect to what actually works.

Real Food Recovery helps people break free from processed food addiction and rebuild a life rooted in nourishment, peace, and self-trust.

You are not alone in this.

📩 Share your questions or story: [email protected]

🌐 Learn more: www.realfoodrecovery4u.com

© 2026 Paige Alexander — Real Food Recovery™

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Real Food Recovery Podcast developed from a society wrestling with processed food addiction and the deep ache that comes with 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. Each episode opens the door to the real, raw, and often messy journey of recovery—offering compassion, lived experience, and the practical tools that helped rebuild a life grounded in peace instead of chaos.

Join us as we welcome functional medicine practitioner, Dr. Vohn Watts. Dr. Watts is at the forefront of gut‑brain, functional medicine, helping thousands translate “symptoms as signals” into lasting recovery. A former military intelligence professional turned clinician, he blends systems‑level thinking with evidence‑informed practice to solve the two upstream drivers of chronic illness, deficiency and toxicity. As the author of Foundational Wellness: The Simple System That Ends Doctor Dependency Forever, he offers a clear, stepwise framework that turns complex science into simple daily habits. Today, he advises executives, teams, and media on building energy, focus, and resilience in a high‑stress, digital‑first world. You can find Dr. Watts at https://aegisformulas.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’re 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.

© 2026 Paige Alexander — Real Food Recovery. All rights reserved.

Real Food Recovery™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self‑trust, and recovery‑aligned living.

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™.