Do You Have a Food Addiction? Understanding the Yale Food Addiction Scale | Episode 203

In episode 203 of the Healthy Real Food Podcast, we explore the Yale Food Addiction Scale, a scientific tool developed by researchers to assess addictive eating behaviors. Learn about the criteria used to determine if your relationship with food mirrors substance addiction, especially regarding sugar and flour. Discover why certain foods are more addicting and how this understanding can transform your approach to overcoming overeating. With practical advice on taking the quiz, self-assessment, and a 90-day reset, this episode offers hope, science, and strategies to reclaim control over your eating habits.

00:00 Introduction: Are You Addicted to Food?

00:28 Welcome to the Healthy Real Food Podcast

02:07 Understanding the Yale Food Addiction Scale

03:32 The Science Behind Food Addiction

05:17 Why Abstinence Might Be the Answer

06:00 Steps to Identify and Combat Food Addiction

07:05 Conclusion and Next Steps

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