Gluten and grain free brownies with no refined white sugar. This is a definite hit, that you must try as they will not disappoint. The natural sweetness of dates is used to give these a sweet touch. Such a nutritious alternative and no intense sugar cravings afterwards. I love when we can still enjoy dessert that doesnt impact our health negatively.

Just because I am in recovery for food addiction doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy the sweet things in life. I just have to be super creative — as I do enjoy dessert. I try to use ingredients that are simple, easy to find and are less likely to impact blood sugar levels or trigger intense cravings for me. I’m a very simple cook/chef so I don’t like to do things that take a lot of time. I just don’t have that!

What Is Food Addiction? I know what you might be thinking, and no, it's not a typo. Yes, FOOD ADDICTION is a real and serious issue affecting many individuals today. According to Ashley Gearhardt, lead author of the latest research by Michigan Medicine and a pioneer in the field of food addiction studies, "young- to middle-aged adults up to around 50 struggle with an unhealthy relationship with highly processed food that goes well beyond the occasional binge or midnight snack."

Food addiction is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects millions of us worldwide. Unlike substance addiction, food addiction revolves around the consumption of certain foods, leading to a loss of control and adverse physical and psychological consequences. Recognizing the signs of food addiction is the first step towards a different life and finding a path to recovery.

Unraveling the Link Between Compulsive Behaviors and Our Relationship with Food. The journey to overcome substance abuse is a testament to human resilience. Yet it often leaves a lingering “void” that can take unexpected forms. One I know all too well. A less-discussed aftermath is the potential transition from compulsive substance-seeking behaviors to food addiction. Spurred by food's legality, social acceptance, and its ability to activate the same brain circuitry as drugs, especially sugary foods.