In this episode, I sit down with Elanie and Kay from Renegade Nutrition, a dynamic duo challenging the status quo of subpar health.

Here’s what we’ll cover in the video:

The Science of Sugar Addiction: How sugar affects your brain like a drug and creates a cycle of dependency.

Breaking the Cravings Cycle: The difference between quitting cold turkey vs. a gradual approach—and which one works best.

The Power of Nutrition: How consuming plenty of protein and fats help stabilize blood sugar and eliminate cravings.

Supplements & Natural Solutions: The best foods, minerals, and supplements to curb sugar cravings without relying on willpower.

Why Modern Life Depletes Dopamine: How social media, processed foods, and stress make cravings worse—and how to reset your system naturally.

If you’re ready to take back control of your health and stop letting sugar control your decisions, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you get there.

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https://www.instagram.com/the_renegade_nutritionist/

https://www.therenegadenutritionist.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@renegadenutrition3966

https://open.spotify.com/show/3pHdtsCOQCbRcJlbXBjNBw

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00:00 - Intro & guest introduction

01:32 - Recap of the previous podcast episode

02:25 - How sugar affects dopamine and can lead to addiction

04:23 - Cravings, binge eating, and cognitive impact

06:00 - Kay’s personal experience with sugar addiction

10:50 - Social media, dopamine, and cravings connection

14:00 - Reasons behind sugar cravings

16:00 - Elanie's preferred protocol - going cold turkey at first

16:18 - Cold turkey vs. gradual sugar withdrawal approach

28:30 - Journaling to understand connections between our intake and cravings

30:30 - Protein and fat to reduce cravings

34:30 - Specific meals that support blood sugar balance

37:05 - Amino acids and their role in cravings

40:00 - Supplements for cravings

46:37 - Nutritional strategies to support dopamine & GLP-1

50:15 - Eat a big ass steak

55:00 - Sleep is so crucial to mitigate and manage cravings

58:00 - Elanie's preferred sugar alternatives

1:01:02 - Forming new memories and traditions

#cravings #sugarcravings #dopamine

Disclaimer: The information on this channel is for educational purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice or therapy. The views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Kristina Dobyns or Beyond Binge Eating.

In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Hurn—registered dietitian, ultra-endurance athlete, and author of The Dietitian’s Dilemma—to explore how a metabolic approach to nutrition can revolutionize the treatment of eating disorders, food addiction, and type 2 diabetes.

Drawing from her own recovery from severe anorexia and over a decade of clinical experience, Michelle shares powerful insights on why conventional nutrition advice often fails—and how animal-based, low carb diets are helping people heal from the inside out.

Here’s what we cover in the episode:

• Michelle’s personal journey through anorexia, burnout, and discovering the power of low-carb nutrition

• Why standard dietetic training and hospital protocols are failing patients with chronic illness and eating disorders

• How high-fat, animal-based diets can restore mental clarity, reduce anxiety, and silence food obsession

• How Michelle is working to challenge the American Diabetes Association and promote true recovery

• Simple, practical starting points for those struggling with food addiction, binge eating, or sugar cravings

If you’ve ever felt failed by mainstream nutrition advice or stuck in cycles of bingeing, restriction, or metabolic decline—this episode offers science, clarity, and real-world tools for reclaiming your health.

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https://www.instagram.com/runeatmeatrepeat/

https://x.com/MichelleHurnRD

https://thedietitiansdilemma.net

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00:00 – Intro

01:13 – Michelle’s Personal Eating Disorder Recovery Journey

06:07 – Rock Bottom Moment and Beginning of Change

08:08 – Transitioning to Ketogenic and Animal-Based Diet

10:00 – Discovering the Research on Ketogenic Therapies

14:10 – Healing the Gut and GI Implications of Diet

19:55 – Effects of High-Fat, Low-Carb Eating on Hunger

22:42 – Common Low-Carb Diet Myths

24:03 – LDL, Heart Health, and Evolutionary Nutrition

26:52 – High LDL Contextualized with Inflammation

27:27 – Precautions Before Starting a Ketogenic Diet

31:15 – Food Choices, Cravings, and Feedback Loops

32:21 – Michelle’s Role in American Diabetes Society

37:31 – How to Connect with Michelle

#FoodAddictionRecovery #FoodAddiction #BingeEatingRecovery #lowcarb #animalbased

Disclaimer: The information on this channel is for educational purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice or therapy. The views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Kristina Dobyns or Beyond Binge Eating.

In this episode, we sit down with Jo Moscalu, a registered dietitian and PhD student studying binge eating in Ireland, to dive deep into the emotional, psychological, and social aspects of binge eating. Jo shares her personal struggle with binge eating after becoming a dietitian, how she overcame it, and the insights she now brings to help others find true food freedom.

Here’s what we’ll cover in the video:

Jo’s Story: How external pressure as a dietitian led her into the cycle of binge eating—and how she found her way out.

The Truth About Recovery: Why recovery isn’t just about food but also about mindset, environment, and emotional well-being.

Beyond the Diet Mentality: Why “normal eating” looks different for everyone and how to create a sustainable approach that works.

Cultural and Social Influences: How societal expectations and stigma around body size impact those struggling with binge eating.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of binge eating, this conversation will provide you with insights, hope, and practical steps to move toward food freedom.

🗣️ Contact and Follow Jo here:

https://www.instagram.com/binge.eating.dietitian/

https://bingeeatingdietitian.com

https://open.spotify.com/show/4254lXCx3dGC4e1G8JdVU4

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00:00 - Intro

01:51 - Jo shares her personal experience with binge eating

04:00 - Realization that many others struggle with binge eating.

04:23 - Pursuing higher education to specialize in eating disorders.

06:28 - Role of permission in recovery from binge eating.

07:53 - Reconnecting with one's true self beyond binge eating.

09:20 - How Jo incorporates emotions and identity work with clients.

14:35 - Cross-cultural perspectives on eating disorders (Ireland, UK, US).

15:46 - Ireland’s eating culture.

16:46 - Jo’s PhD research on the lived experience of binge eating in Ireland.

18:09 - Sociological aspects of eating disorders.

19:45 - Research methodology and qualitative data analysis.

21:16 - Acknowledging blind spots in research and lived experience.

23:12 - Where to follow Jo: Instagram, podcast, and website.

#eatingdisordersupport #emotionaleating #BingeEatingRecovery

Disclaimer: The information on this channel is for educational purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice or therapy. The views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Kristina Dobyns or Beyond Binge Eating.