The Sugar Switch® Podcast

Having challenges getting some restful shut-eye? Not as energized as you want to be first thing in the morning? In this Episode, Cathy takes a different look at sleep, focusing on some factors that you might not have considered: sugar and inflammation.

Cathy examines both sugar and inflammation, how they are connected and how each of them affect your ability to get the good, restful sleep you need to stay healthy and energetic. You will discover a rarely talked about factor that is connected to sugar, sleep and inflammation. This Episode is LOADED with VALUE to help you get your best sleep, including 5 Tips for balanced blood sugar and healthy sleep, and the 5 BEST and the 3 WORST foods for sleep.

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'What do you mean - fructose isn’t healthy?! It’s the sugar that’s in fruit - so it MUST be healthy!' That’s the most common question and the confusion about fructose. The answer isn’t so simple…

In this Episode, Cathy will clear up the confusion by taking a close look at fructose (as opposed to glucose), how your body metabolizes fructose, and why one source of fructose is considered to be healthy, while another source of fructose is not healthy. Along the way, you’ll discover 2 KEY principles about the effects of ALL sugar, and how fructose affects your brain and other systems in your body. This Episode might lead you to some ‘A-ha!’ moments!

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Is your sweet sugar habit interfering with your brain power?? It’s a compelling question, which is the subject of this Episode and a Research Project.

Scarlett, an Australian Student in Year 11, reached out to Cathy for some help with her Project. She wanted to Interview Cathy, but due to time zone differences, an Interview was not possible. However, Scarlett gave Cathy permission to use her interview questions for this Episode, thereby giving Podcast listeners the benefits of her valuable Research Project! Thank you, Scarlett!

Cathy answers all of her questions, which include the effects of sugar on the body and the brain, why sugar can affect a person’s cognitive function, the various types of sugar and each of their effects, and what other food or drinks (substances) can have a similar effect. Kudos to Scarlett for choosing such an important High School Research Project!

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Have you ever been caught up in the vicious circle of yo-yo DIETS, where you felt frustrated and confused when, only a short time after each DIET, you ended up right back where you started - or worse?! The weight came back (plus MORE), the diet didn’t help to change unhealthy habits, and your health didn’t improve - right? It’s so disheartening and stressful!

Cathy spent many years in this exact, frustrating vicious circle of yo-yo DIETS! And then she found the solution - the way to break free from that vicious circle! She learned the difference between DIETS and LIFESTYLE, and discovered how to use that knowledge to kick her sugar habit, achieve her body’s ideal weight, create great health and incredible energy! In this Episode Cathy shares, in detail, what the SOLUTION is and why it WORKS to free you from the vicious circle of yo-yo DIETS.

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Do you feel that life without refined sugar would be complete and total deprivation?  If your answer is YES! - you’re not alone!  In this Episode, Part 3 of Oh NO! Am I REALLY Addicted to Sugar?!, we talk about that very issue.

Cathy and her Guest Michael Collins are back for the final Episode in this particular series. Michael is a person in long term recovery from substance abuse disorder, including sugar addiction. In the conversation, they talk about how physical exercise is used as an advantage to help addiction recovery. Then they go deep into the mindset of self care versus the mindset of deprivation, including two components of self care and a new perspective that can totally change the game for you!  The nuggets of information that Michael shares are pure GOLD!

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How can I tell if I am truly addicted to sugar? If I am - then what? Those are questions this Episode will answer.  This is Part 2, of a 3 Part series, that gives you amazing insight into sugar, and sugar addiction.

Cathy is back with Guest Michael Collins, who has been in long term recovery from substance abuse disorder, including sugar addiction. The conversation starts with fructose (including fresh fruit) and the effect it has. You will discover the reason, which is related to sugar addiction, why so many people that lose huge amounts of weight put it all back on again over a short period of time. Michael also outlines the various stages that sugar addicts go through, which can help you recognize whether or not you are addicted to sugar. Then he talks about the two main ways to stop sugar addiction, including what happens.  For anyone who wants to kick sugar - this is incredibly valuable information!

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Been feeling extra stress lately and needing ‘comfort foods’?  Does it leave you concerned that you might actually be a sugar addict?  Well… you’re not alone! It’s an important question that many people are asking themselves during this particularly stressful time in the world’s history.

This is the start of a new series of Episodes where Cathy and her Special Guest, Michael Collins, go into a deep conversation about sugar addiction.  Michael himself is a person in long term recovery from substance use disorder, and he works with others in recovery from sugar and other substances.  Sugar addiction is real!  Cathy and Michael discuss what sugar addiction is, including the latest findings of brain scientists and why sugar is so addictive for you. You’ll discover one element of sugar that produces a negative double whammy in your body.  This is an Episode series not to miss!

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Balanced fats?? Why would that be important? In this Episode, Part 3 of the series Make Sense of Fats, Cathy will explain why it is more than important - it is KEY!

There is one BIG issue that can result from an imbalance of fats in your diet: inflammation. Inflammation is considered to be the underlying cause of many serious health issues. Cathy will explain 3 main factors that contribute to inflammation, which can all be controlled with the foods you eat (specifically the fats in those foods). Balance is the KEY! You will also discover the solution to creating balance.  If you suffer from joint pain or other inflammation - this is super valuable for YOU!

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Which dietary fats are harmful and why?  That’s exactly what this Episode, Part 2 of the Make Sense of Fats series, will cover!

Cathy removes the confusion about 3 different types of fats, and WHY they are considered to be harmful for health. You will discover the true meaning of the phrase ‘Zero Trans Fats’, which is often touted on refined food product labels. You will also learn some tips you can use when shopping for a healthy cooking oil, and why ‘low fat’ / ‘no fat’ foods are generally not healthy for you. 

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Feeling confused and frustrated when trying to choose healthy dietary fats? You’re certainly not alone!  I hear you! And that’s exactly what this new series of Episodes is all about - helping you make sense of fats! 

In this Episode, Part 1 - Good Fats, you’ll discover why you need healthy fats in your daily diet, and how much. Cathy explores good fats, fatty acids, and essential fatty acids. Then you will learn what makes PUFAs (polyunsaturated fatty acids), MUFAs (monounsaturated fatty acids) and MCTs (medium chain triglycerides) different from each other AND the benefits of each.  If you’ve been exasperated about fats - this series of Episodes is for YOU!

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