Most of us know what it feels like to “fall off track” with food — that sting of disappointment, the self-talk that spirals, the quiet panic of “Why did I do that? And why can’t I stop?”

But what if those moments aren’t failures at all?

What if they’re signals — invitations — pointing to something deeper happening inside us?

That’s the conversation I had with Connie Bennett, a former sugar and carb addict turned journalist, bestselling author, and coach who has spent years digging into the real reasons we relapse… and the surprisingly simple tools that can pull us back.

This is one of those interviews where you feel both understood and empowered — at the same time.

Connie has written three books on sugar, relapse, and recovery, including her newest, I Blew My Diet… Now What? After losing her mother, she herself fell into a months-long spiral of popcorn, chips, crackers, grief, PTSD, and what she calls “carbage.”

That experience changed the trajectory of her work — and led her to uncover 21 core reasons people relapse, along with practical tools that actually work in the moment when cravings hit.

This episode is part storytelling and part strategy. It shares practical techniques you can use today.

Episode Highlights:

• Why Connie relapsed after a decade of eating clean — and what it taught her
• How “carbage” (processed carbs) can trigger 30+ old symptoms
• The 21 reasons people blow their diets — and why willpower fails
• The FAST method for navigating cravings in real time
• Why self-compassion works better than self-criticism (and the study that proves it)
• A simple tapping sequence you can use at a party when cravings hit
• What to do immediately after a relapse — and what not to do

If you’ve ever slid back into old habits and need a little help getting some traction, this is the episode for you. And Connie’s new book is the book for you! It took her 7 years to research and write it. It is fabulous! Really, really fabulous.

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If there were a way to get steadier energy, fewer cravings, and a little more calm from a handful of tiny green tablets… would you be curious?

In this week’s episode of the Kick Sugar Coach Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Catharine Arnston, founder and CEO of EnergyBits, to talk about algae—specifically spirulina and chlorella—and why she believes they’re some of the most powerful, overlooked superfoods for sugar-sensitive people.

Catharine shares how her sister’s cancer diagnosis sent her deep into the research, eventually leading her to become of the world’s authorities on algae’s remarkable ability to:

• Supply the body with clean, steady fuel at the cellular (mitochondria) level
• Quiet sugar cravings by deeply nourishing the body
• Support focus and mental clarity without stimulation or jitters
• Detox toxins and support gut and immune health with chlorella

We also talk about the differences between spirulina and chlorella, why quality matters, and how people are using them to repair, rejuvenate, and replenish the body. 

It’s a grounded, hopeful conversation that offers a very simple tool you can experiment with to see which of the 20+ benefits you experience. (And if you decide to try EnergyBits, there is a 10% off code below.)

One of algae’s great features is that you can grab it when you’re on the go or travelling. No cooking, slicing, dicing, or refrigeration needed. Chlorella is so powerful at detoxifying the body that it is used to sober someone up when they have consumed too much alcohol. It also helps with hangovers. Crazy but true.

A final amazing feature is that algae contains over 40 essential minerals and vitamins in easy-to-digest form, making it ideal for those who don’t love or don’t eat enough veggies. (You rascals!) 

Here’s to magical green pellets, clean fuel, and your well-being!

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Every so often, I have a conversation that stays with me long after the recording ends — not because it’s dramatic, but because it quietly shifts how I understand the body and the brain. This episode is one of those conversations.

Today on the Kick Sugar Coach Podcast, I’m talking with Dallin Hardy, a biochemist from Hardy Nutritionals, about something most of us were never taught: how deeply the brain and our mitochondria depend on micronutrients to function well, and what happens when those nutrients get depleted. (And best of all, how 60 peer-reviewed studies show we CAN replenish them. This interview will tell you how.)

Dallin has a gift for translating complex biochemistry into everyday language. He shares the story behind their well-known formula, Daily Essential Nutrients, why researchers keep studying it, and what he sees every day working with people who are rebuilding their mental health from the inside out.

Episode Highlights

• What happens to energy (ATP) production when micronutrients are low
• How to dramatically improve mitochondrial function 
• Why sugar depletes the body of needed nutrients and how to replenish them
• How micronutrients can improve ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, stress, and sleep
• The unexpected findings in pregnancy and infant development

If you’ve ever felt like your energy, focus, or emotional resilience wasn’t matching the effort you’re putting into your health… this episode offers a different way to look at it. 

Sometimes the body isn’t malfunctioning. It’s just missing what it needs. I think one graphic in particular, where Dallin details all the micronutrients needed to produce clean, efficient energy in our cells, will take your breath away. It did mine.

*Click here to watch the slides

https://youtu.be/5547H6I4WYQ?si=ojtSyd4JHBOcx6dD

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I recently sat down with Martha Carlin, founder of BiotiQuest — one of the most trusted names in microbiome science. Her company is breaking new ground in understanding how gut bacteria influence nearly every system in the body.

In this episode, Martha shares how her husband’s Parkinson’s diagnosis sparked two decades of research into the microbiome, including what she discovered about how gut bacteria produce key hormones, vitamins, and neurotransmitters, and how damage to the microbiome impacts our metabolism.

We talk about the biggest disruptors of gut health — sugar, antibiotics, stress, and chemicals — and how they tip the microbial balance toward pathogenic strains, leading to inflammation, cravings, mood swings, hormone issues, blood sugar swings and more.

Most importantly, Martha explains how to repair your microbiome and assures us it is possible. (This is where the interview really shines.)

She walks us through the research behind Sugar Shift® (including its impact on A1C and insulin) and why her new formula, Perfect Peace, is helping people feel calmer and more regulated.

If you want a clearer understanding of gut health and how to experience the profound benefits of targeted probiotics — clearer skin, fewer cravings, better digestion, deeper sleep, and more — this episode is for you.

In addition to her expertise, Martha is also offering an exclusive deal:

Buy 2 bottles of Sugar Shift®, Get 1 FREE + an extra 10% off with code 2025KSS10 

👉 Claim your special offer here

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Molly Rucker's path to health wasn't straightforward. After struggling with obesity as a teenager and disordered eating in her twenties, she found herself "skinny" but far from healthy. This disconnect sparked a deep curiosity about what true wellness actually means beyond appearances.

Working at a health food store became the unexpected turning point in Molly's journey, introducing her to traditional foods and the beginning of her exploration into how genetics, neurochemistry, and physiology influence our well-being. Unlike many health approaches that focus on treating symptoms, Molly advocates for making the body "inhospitable to disease" by understanding our unique biological needs.

Molly's fascination with neurochemistry eventually led her to co-found Keto Brains, a nutraceutical company offering a nootropic formulation that enhances cognitive function without the jitters or crashes associated with caffeine. The product combines alpha-GPC to boost acetylcholine (essential for focus), lion's mane mushroom to promote neuronal health, and L-theanine to create calm alertness—all delivered in a creamy MCT oil base that simultaneously supports ketone production.

Beyond supplements, Molly shares profound insights about emotional regulation, explaining how emotions are essentially chemical reactions that typically run their course within 60 seconds. By creating space to observe these reactions rather than feeding them, we can develop resilience that supports our health goals instead of sabotaging them when challenges arise.

Whether you're struggling with caffeine dependence, looking to optimize your cognitive performance, or simply wanting to understand the connection between your emotional responses and your brain chemistry, this conversation offers practical wisdom from someone who's personally walked the path from illness to vibrant health. Molly's science-based yet deeply personal approach reminds us that the journey toward optimal health starts with understanding our individual biology and honoring what our unique systems need to thrive.

Molly shared a discount code for first-time customers of KetoBrainz during the interview. If you're curious about trying her 4-ingredient nootropic blend, use code KICKSUGAR for 20% off your first order. 

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Dr. Stephen Hussey was 34 when he had a heart attack. As a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner who already lived a healthy lifestyle, he was stunned. But what shocked him even more was what doctors found during his angiogram: zero atherosclerosis. No plaque. Just a massive spontaneous clot.

That discovery sent him down a research rabbit hole that completely changed how he thinks about heart disease—and how the human body actually works.

In this mind-bending conversation, Dr. Hussey shares discoveries that flip conventional cardiology on its head. Like why your heart doesn't actually pump blood. Why cholesterol has nothing to do with heart attacks. And why your body is essentially a walking battery powered by something called "structured water."

Sounds crazy? The science is there. Dr. Hussey breaks down research showing how water in your body can hold an electrical charge, how trauma literally gets stored in your tissues as damaged water crystals, and why people with chronic fatigue can't seem to "hold a charge."

He also explains why the sun might be the most powerful medicine on the planet, how grounding your feet to the earth can improve blood flow, and why that constant fatigue you feel might have more to do with damaged water than damaged mitochondria.

This isn't your typical heart health interview. Dr. Hussey challenges everything from the cholesterol theory to why we're told the sun causes cancer. He makes a compelling case that most of what we think we know about cardiovascular disease is not just wrong—it's keeping us sick.

Whether you're dealing with heart issues, chronic fatigue, or just curious about how your body really works, this conversation will change how you think about health.

Dr. Stephen Hussey is the author of "Understanding the Heart" and "The Health Evolution." He offers functional medicine consultations and speaks internationally on metabolic health.

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When Jan Ellison Baszucki's 19-year-old son Matt had a manic episode at UC Berkeley, it started five years of hell. Psychiatric hospitals. Twenty-nine different medications. Therapy after therapy. Nothing worked.

"I thought we'd lost him," Jan says. Matt wasn't the energetic, intellectual kid they knew. He was barely functioning, even when he wasn't manic or depressed.

Then they tried something radical: a ketogenic diet. Within four months, Matt was in remission from bipolar disorder.

Jan, who runs the Baszucki Group and founded Metabolic Mind, has spent the last few years diving deep into the science of metabolic psychiatry. Her message is simple but revolutionary: your brain needs the right fuel to function properly.

In this conversation, Jan gets real about what it's like to watch your child disappear into mental illness—and what it feels like to get them back. She talks about the emerging research showing ketones can stabilize mood in ways medications often can't. And she shares practical advice for families who feel stuck in the traditional treatment system.

This isn't about ditching medication or therapy. It's about understanding that sometimes the brain just isn't getting what it needs to heal. For some people, changing how they eat changes everything.

If you're dealing with mental health issues in your family, or you're curious about this growing field of metabolic psychiatry, this conversation will give you a lot to think about.

Jan Ellison Baszucki is a Silicon Valley executive turned mental health advocate whose family's story is helping pioneer new approaches to treating serious mental illness.

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Have you ever wondered why some people exercise religiously and follow all the right diets but still struggle with weight and metabolic health? Dr. Brian Lenzkes, ten-time recipient of San Diego's "Best Doctor" award, reveals the missing pieces in our understanding of metabolic health that might be sabotaging your efforts.

Dr. Lenzkes opens up about his personal journey through metabolic dysfunction despite being a practicing physician with all the "right" knowledge. When his blood sugar reached pre-diabetic levels despite regular exercise and following conventional dietary guidance, he knew something fundamental was missing from mainstream medicine's approach.

The breakthrough came from an unexpected source—an elderly patient who lost 40 pounds through intermittent fasting. This led Dr. Lenzkes down a path that transformed his medical practice, helping patients come off diabetes medications completely and reverse conditions he once believed were permanent.

In this conversation, Dr. Lenzkes delivers several shocking revelations. First, the blood sugar tests your doctor runs might be missing the most important marker of metabolic health—insulin levels. He explains how high insulin can silently damage your body for years before blood sugar numbers ever change. Second, he explains why muscle mass might be the single most important factor for longevity, even more significant than avoiding smoking or drinking. Finally, he demonstrates through patient stories how stress, poor sleep, and even arguments with loved ones can spike blood sugar more dramatically than eating cookies.

Whether you're struggling with weight loss plateaus, puzzling blood sugar readings, or just want to understand why conventional medical wisdom keeps failing so many people, Dr. Lenzkes offers practical insights that bridge traditional medicine with cutting-edge lifestyle approaches. His message is ultimately one of hope—that with the right understanding of how our bodies actually work, many of the metabolic conditions considered "chronic" might actually be reversible.

Ready to discover what might be missing in your health journey? Listen now to understand the surprising connections between stress, muscle, insulin resistance, and lasting health.

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Bitten Johnson has been sober from alcohol for 39 years, but quitting sugar? That was the real battle.

As Sweden's leading sugar addiction expert and registered nurse, Bitten discovered her food addiction while already in recovery from alcoholism. What started as a personal struggle became her life's work—training coaches and medical professionals to treat what she calls "the strongest psychoactive substance on earth."

In this candid conversation, Bitten shares her own relapse story during menopause, reveals why traditional recovery methods often fail, and explains why she believes ketogenic eating is crucial for lasting freedom. She doesn't sugarcoat the reality: recovery rates are low, relapse is common, and our toxic food environment makes healing harder than ever.

But there's hope. After decades of working with thousands of clients, Bitten has developed methods that work. She explains why treating addiction must come first, before trauma work or therapy, and shares the daily practices that have kept her free for decades.

Whether you're struggling with food cravings yourself or trying to understand why willpower isn't enough, this interview offers rare insights from someone who's walked the path and dedicated her life to lighting the way for others.

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Think you understand insulin resistance? Think again. Dr. Annette Bosworth (Dr. Boz) takes you inside the cellular battlefield where metabolic disease really begins—and shows you exactly how to win the war.

In this eye-opening interview, Dr. Boz reveals why so many people get stuck in "metabolic purgatory"—feeling better initially on keto, then hitting a wall where progress stops and weight loss stalls. Using powerful visual analogies, she explains what's actually happening inside your cells when insulin resistance develops, why your mitochondria are dying, and how your beta cells hold the key to your metabolic future.

You'll discover:

• The "Russian doll effect" of cellular damage and how to reverse it
• Why it takes weeks (not days) for some people to feel better on keto
• The hidden reason one cheat meal can undo weeks of progress
• How continuous glucose monitors reveal what your doctor can't see
• Why your body fights to keep blood sugar normal—even when it's killing you
• The real difference between insulin sensitivity and insulin resistance

Dr. Boz also tackles the controversial debate around high-fat vs. low-fat diets for reversing diabetes, explaining why context matters more than ideology when it comes to your metabolism.

Whether you're struggling with diabetes, weight loss plateaus, or simply want to understand how your body really works, this conversation will change how you think about food, insulin, and metabolic health forever.

Dr. Annette Bosworth is an internal medicine physician, bestselling author of "Anyway You Can" and "Keto Continuum," and a leading voice in metabolic medicine.

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