045: Mike Collins Understanding the Hidden Dangers of Sugar Addiction

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless    Join Mike during the Quit Sugar Summit https://quitsugarsummit.com?a_aid=6757461f068b0    In this episode of Entrepreneurs in Recovery, host Jesse Harless engages in a transformative conversation with Mike Collins, a leading voice in sugar addiction recovery and founder of SugarAddiction.com.   Mike shares his compelling journey from addiction to empowerment, shedding light on the underestimated dangers of sugar and its profound impact on mental and physical health. Together, they explore the parallels between sugar addiction and substance abuse, the role of cultural norms in perpetuating the problem, and the groundbreaking science behind sugar's effects on the brain.   This discussion dives deep into actionable strategies for breaking free from sugar dependency, the importance of peer support, and the potential for a healthier, more mindful future.   Moments From the Show 00:00 Introduction: The Slow Death of Sugar 00:33 Welcome to Entrepreneurs in Recovery 04:08 Personal Story: A Family's Sugar Legacy 07:19 The Science and Culture of Sugar Addiction 22:45 Raising Sugar-Free Kids 26:00 The Link Between Sugar and ADHD 35:50 Pandemic Impact on Sugar Addiction 37:53 Emotional Outsourcing and Self-Soothing 38:22 The Vicious Cycle of Weight Gain 39:43 Understanding Dopamine and Sugar Addiction 40:52 The Truth About Fruit and Fructose 45:25 Normalizing Addiction Conversations 52:59 The 90-Day Sugar Detox Plan 56:08 The Importance of Peer Support 01:05:01 Long-Term Recovery and Purpose 01:08:54 Future Goals and Manifestations 01:11:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Submit To The Show Your Questions, Challenges, Issues, Share Your Story https://form.jotform.com/242276390225051    Life Saving Routines With Hal Elrod | Entrepreneurs In Recovery Ep 030  https://youtu.be/I2bjdgIkL0I    Connect With Jesse Website: https://www.entrepreneursinrecovery.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JesseHarless222 Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/JesseHarless22 Links To More: https://linktr.ee/jesseharless222  The Entrepreneurs in Recovery podcast is for those interested in finding healing from addictions, trauma, and attachments that hold them back from sharing their authentic voice and message with the world. We showcase a wide variety of guests specializing in holistic health, mental health, wealth, addiction, trauma, spirituality, habit change, entrepreneurship, psychedelics, integration, and more. Hosted by Jesse Harless, interviewing individuals who overcame tremendous odds in order to find their innate greatness within and share their endeavors with the world. You’ll hear helpful tools, ideas, vulnerability, synchronicities, and inspiring stories that will impact your mind, body, and soul.  #EntrepreneursInRecovery #addiction #podcast