While there are many approaches to address addiction and recovery, most do not address the direct correlation between food and recovery. People suffering from alcohol or drug addiction may not realize how important their diet can be, especially in the early stages of recovery. Most alcohol or drug addicts are used to very poor diets as a result of their addiction and many end up with serious nutritional deficiencies. A healthy diet means feeling better, having more sustained energy and even thinking more clearly. Getting the right amount of nutrition can help stabilize a person’s mood which is very important for addicts who are dealing with many volatile emotions. Instead of comfort eating or becoming addicted to junk food, a person in rehab needs to understand the importance of healthy food and its role in their ability to recover. What can people do to help their loved ones or themselves? Educate themselves to navigate grocery stores, buying clean, organic, non-GMO foods.
Using the adversity of his own story to inspire thousands of others to get help, today David Marion is a certified Intervention Professional and Recovery Coach as well as a motivational speaker who carries the message of hope and healing.
Hear Victoria's story of how she and her daughter overcame major health issues related to food, bringing Victoria to the field of addiction nutrition. What does addiction nutrition mean and why do addicts need a nutritionist to help them stay clean? Learn about the foods that are the most dangerous to the gut and mental health and what foods are most beneficial. Find out what tests will help you understand your food sensitivities, and how working with a nutritionist can help your health, recovery and mood?
In this episode, we are focused on organic and vegetarian cuisine with David Giving Tree, the founder and former executive chef of Sedona's nationally recognized eatery, ChocolaTree. ChocolaTree Organic Oasis proclaimed Healthiest Restaurant in America is our sanctuary that nurtures your authenticity. David will share why his restaurants in Scottsdale, Phoenix and Sedona offer clean food alternatives to the everyday toxic foods offered in most restaurants.
Working in the non-profit sector with the homeless population of Arizoa, Haley brings her experience and frustration to the conversation about how finding nutritious food when you're down and out is nearly impossible. Bureaucracy and tied hands don't favor the hungry and homeless.
Using only the best ingredients, Karen's Gluten Free Bakery in Sedona, AZ brings you the most delicious gluten and dairy free baked goods that give you energy and make you feel good too. Learn why Karen Russell went GF and how it changed her life.
Pati's work focuses on teaching & coaching healthy lifestyle upgrades, addiction/mental health nutrition recovery and holistic gourmet cooking.
Ocean shares the foundation FoodRevolution.org, and how eating clean, plant based, local and organic can and does have a positive effect on the human body, dis-ease and planet earth.
Amanda oversees FIC operations and is responsible for ensuring that FIC fulfills its mission of enhancing food integrity by facilitating truth-telling. To do this, Amanda works closely with partner organizations, clients, legislators, and the media to alter the balance of power between the food industry and consumers. She acts to protect the rights of those who speak out against the practices that compromise food integrity, and empower whistleblowers and food activists.
John Gray will address tools to better manage stress through gender specific nutrition products designed to support a healthy lifestyle for you and your family.
What happens when Tony Soprano meets Deepak Chopra? How Frank got clean with the help of his nutrition gurus.
We're talking about why our food is so toxic and who's largely responsible.
Karen interviews Dr. Lisa Parsons, MD, the Medical director of Reflections Recovery Center and Northern Arizona Center for Addiction. Dr Parsons combines Psychiatric approaches and Functional Medicine for an integrative and holistic approach to determine and treat root biological contributors to addiction and psychiatric disorders. In this episode we're talking about mineral depletion, high copper levels and oxidative stress and how they affect addicts in recovery.
Karen interviews founder of the Sanctuary Sedona, Dean Taraborelli. Dean gained real expertise in being on the treatment side of rehab centers. He was a patient at many well-regarded addiction treatment institutions in the country. He has been in over 10 inpatient drug rehabilitation centers, participated in several inpatient extended care programs, numerous outpatient programs, years of private therapy, support groups, 12-step programs, several detox programs, and numerous medication protocols. While many of these worked temporarily on the symptoms of the problem, he was unable to achieve any real sustainable change. As conventional therapies and approaches failed, he expanded his search worldwide to learn about mental health and recovery approaches. Dean has traveled extensively to sacred sites in over 60 countries to study holistic health, world mythology, religion, spirituality, wisdom traditions, and indigenous healing and wellness practices. Don't miss this episode to hear more!
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