47. Foods from the 80s vs Today (What Changed Everything)

What did we actually eat in the 80s and how did it lead to where we are now? In this episode, Lisa Garrett takes a step back into a time when food looked simpler, portions were smaller, and eating habits were very different from today.Through personal stories and cultural shifts, she unpacks how things changed. From soda reformulations and the rise of high fructose corn syrup to the low fat movement and the explosion of snacks, this episode connects the dots between convenience, industry decisions, and the health issues we see today.This is more than a walk down memory lane. It is a wake up call. Lisa brings it back to what actually works, real food, fewer inputs, and reconnecting with how our bodies are meant to eat. If you have ever wondered how we got here or why staying healthy feels harder than ever, this episode will change how you see food.In this episode, Lisa explores:How portion sizes and soda consumption have drastically increasedWhy high fructose corn syrup changed everythingThe unintended consequences of the low fat movementHow snacking culture created insulin resistanceWhy modern food production is impacting gut healthKey Moments00:47 – Lisa kicks off with 80s nostalgia and how food has dramatically changed03:40 – Soda sizes, sugar shifts, and the rise of high fructose corn syrup06:50 – How addictive ingredients reshaped eating habits and cravings09:17 – The low-fat movement and how it backfired into weight gain11:33 – Fear of fat, brain health, and the long-term consequences16:25 – Obesity trends then vs now and the cultural shift in “normal”FREE GUT ANALYSIS CALL🎁 Schedule your free gut analysis call with me!CONNECT WITH LISA📱 Instagram: @lisagarrettnutrition🌐 Website: https://www.lisagarrettnutrition.com/SUPPORT LET’S TALK SH*T✨ Love what you’re hearing? Please subscribe, rate, and review Let’s Talk Sh*t! Your support helps spread the light to more listeners. 👉 Share this episode with a friend or tag it in your IG stories. Don’t forget to follow along on Instagram @lisagarrettnutrition for more inspiration.