Food Addiction, the Problem and the Solution

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The Problem And The Solution

Blending Science and Empathy to Help Food Addicts Recover (Jessica Parker)

In this powerful episode of Food Addiction: The Problem and The Solution, we sit down with Jessica Parker, a coach who knows the struggle of food obsession firsthand.

At just nine ...years old, Jessica experienced trauma that led her to use food as comfort. Over time, her eating patterns spiraled into guilt, shame, and obsession, leading her weight to climb to 360 pounds. After undergoing both gastric sleeve and gastric bypass surgeries, Jessica realized restriction and surgery alone weren’t the answer.

Today, Jessica is abstinent from food addiction and thriving. As a graduate of the INFACT School, she combines science, empathy, and spiritual recovery principles to guide others toward lasting freedom. Her story offers hope to anyone who feels stuck in the cycle of food obsession.

In this episode, Jessica shares:
- How childhood trauma shaped her relationship with food
- Why surgery and willpower weren’t the solution
- The power of abstinence and recovery-based living
- Her passion for helping people before they undergo gastric bypass
- How true healing goes deeper than restriction

🔗 Connect with Jessica Parker:
Facebook: Taste of Freedom
Instagram: @a.taste.of.freedom.coaching
Email: jparker.atof@gmail.com

📘 Learn about the INFACT School certification: https://infactschool.com/on-demand-certification/

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David has been instrumental in helping individuals regain control of their eating habits through community support, counseling, and structured recovery programs. He’s also the co-author of The Fix for Cravings with Cynthia Myers-Morrison, a book packed with strategies for managing cravings and sustaining long-term recovery.

In this episode, we discuss:
✔️ Recognizing food addiction patterns 🍩🚫
✔️ The role of community support in recovery
✔️ Overcoming denial, shame, and guilt
✔️ The importance of removing trigger foods
✔️ Educating healthcare providers on food addiction

At SUGARx Global, David and his team provide personalized counseling to help individuals understand the addictive nature of certain foods and behaviors, leading them toward a sustainable path to healing.

Although David never struggled with obesity, he battled obsessive and compulsive food thoughts until he attended The INFACT School, where he fully recognized his own food addiction and began his journey to recovery.

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Process of Recovery from Addiction and Recovery Process: Exploring Mental Health Recovery Planning Processes and Stages of Recovery from Eating Disorders
Understanding the Process of Recovery from Addiction
The process of recovery from addiction is a journey that involves multiple stages. It is crucial to understand the recovery process to effectively navigate through it. This journey often includes mental health recovery planning processes that are tailored to individual needs.

Recovery from Food Addiction and Its Challenges
The recovery from food addiction is a significant part of the overall process of recovery from addiction. It requires understanding the stages of recovery from eating disorders and implementing effective strategies. The recovery process is supported by community and professional guidance.

Key Mental Health Recovery Planning Processes
Effective mental health recovery planning processes are essential in the process of recovery from addiction. These processes help in identifying triggers and developing coping mechanisms. The recovery process is enhanced by these structured plans.

Stages of Recovery from Eating Disorders
Understanding the stages of recovery from eating disorders is crucial for those undergoing the recovery process. Each stage in the process of recovery from addiction requires different approaches and support systems.

Community Support in the Recovery Process
Community support plays a vital role in the recovery process. Engaging with others who are also in the process of recovery from addiction can provide encouragement and shared experiences. This is particularly true for those in recovery from food addiction.

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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction to the Process of Recovery from Addiction
05:15 - Exploring Mental Health Recovery Planning Processes
10:30 - Challenges in Recovery from Food Addiction
15:45 - Understanding Stages of Recovery from Eating Disorders
20:00 - Importance of Community in the Recovery Process
25:30 - Personal Stories of Recovery from Food Addiction
30:45 - Final Thoughts on the Process of Recovery from Addiction
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