Exploring Food Addiction with Dr. Lara Briden

In this episode, Dr. Lara Briden returns to discuss her new book, ‘The Metabolism Reset’. 

Host Clare sits down with Dr. Briden to dive into the conversation of metabolic dysfunction.  They discuss the significant impact of insulin resistance on women’s health, exploring how environmental changes and epigenetics contribute to the rising prevalence. 

They also explore the controversial topic of food addiction, differentiating it from eating disorders and examining how ultra-processed foods affect the brain’s reward system. The discussion highlights how changes in diet, particularly focusing on whole foods and protein, can lead to significant improvements in hunger management and overall health.

The conversation emphasizes that weight gain and metabolic issues are not moral failings but consequences of broader environmental and genetic factors. Tune in for a new perspective on metabolic health.

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