Stress Overwhelm and Faith Based Mindset Shifts | Darla Nelson

Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and emotional regulation are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on how stress and overwhelm impact recovery from ultra processed food patterns and how mindset and faith can support lasting change.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige sits down with Darla Nelson, Christian life coach, speaker, and author of I’m Fine. Really?, to explore the connection between stress, overwhelm, mindset, and faith. This conversation offers a more grounded approach to finding peace, not through control or perfection, but through intention, awareness, and trust.

Darla shares how the words we speak, the thoughts we repeat, and the beliefs we hold shape the way we experience both stress and recovery. Together, Paige and Darla discuss how shifting mindset and leaning into faith can support emotional regulation, reduce overwhelm, and create a more stable foundation for lasting change. They also explore what it looks like to move out of survival mode and into a life that feels more aligned, intentional, and supported even in the middle of everyday challenges.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or searching for a more peaceful and grounded way forward, this conversation will meet you where you are. Learn more about Darla Nelson at Coachdarlanelson.com and follow her on social media at Coach Darla Nelson.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com. Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living. © 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

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Eating Disorders and Food Addiction Recovery Overlap | Malorie Tenore

Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and eating disorder patterns are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on the overlap between eating disorders and ultra processed food addiction and what that means for recovery.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige sits down with eating disorder specialist Malorie Tenore to explore the often overlooked intersection between eating disorders and ultra processed food addiction. This conversation opens the door to a deeper understanding of how these patterns can overlap and why that matters for recovery.

Together, Paige and Malorie discuss the nuances of disordered eating, the role of ultra processed foods in reinforcing cycles, and what it looks like to approach recovery with more clarity and awareness. They also explore where traditional eating disorder frameworks and emerging conversations around food addiction align and where they differ.

Malorie shares insights from her work in the eating disorder space, along with perspectives from her book Slip, offering a more layered and honest look at recovery beyond surface level solutions.

If you have ever questioned where your experience fits, or felt caught between different recovery models, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Learn more about Malorie Tenore and find her book Slip on Amazon.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.

© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

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Nervous System Regulation for Food Addiction Recovery | Michele Reyes

Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and nervous system regulation are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on how calming the nervous system supports recovery from ultra processed food patterns and creates more intentional, sustainable living.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige sits down with Michele Reyes to explore what it really means to create calm in the middle of a full, often overwhelming life. This conversation focuses on nervous system regulation, intentional living, and how small, grounded shifts can help you move out of reactivity and into stability.

Michele is a master certified life coach with advanced training in nervous system resilience and the creator of The Intentionality Method™. Through her work, she helps women move from feeling scattered and reactive into a more intentional, anchored way of living.

Together, Paige and Michele discuss how stress, overwhelm, and daily demands impact the nervous system, and how learning to regulate it can change the way you show up in your relationships, your habits, and your recovery. They also explore what it looks like to build a life that feels calm and supportive, even when it is not perfect.

If you are craving more peace, steadiness, and a more grounded way to move through your day, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Find Michele Reyes on Instagram to learn more about her work. @themichelereyes

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.

© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

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Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and self trust are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on rebuilding food freedom after ultra processed food patterns and how internal change supports lasting recovery.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige welcomes back Caren Michele Paskel to explore what it really looks like to step into a new chapter of life, one built on self trust, clarity, and choices that truly support your well being. This conversation goes beyond surface level change and into the internal shifts that make lasting transformation possible.

Caren shares her journey from feeling stuck in fear and uncertainty to creating a life that feels aligned and sustainable. Together, Paige and Caren discuss how rebuilding trust with yourself impacts everything, from the way you eat to the way you live, and why recovery from ultra processed food patterns is about more than just food.

They also explore how to move out of fear based decision making, how to begin trusting your own voice again, and what it looks like to choose a path that nourishes both your body and your life.

If you are feeling stuck, uncertain, or ready for a new chapter in your recovery, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Learn more about Caren Michele Paskel at carenpaskel.com.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.
© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

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Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and metabolic health are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on how lifestyle medicine can support recovery from ultra processed food patterns and improve long term metabolic and chronic disease outcomes.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige is joined by Dr. Ann Hester, a double board certified physician in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, to explore how everyday choices, especially food, directly impact metabolism, inflammation, hormones, and long term health. This conversation brings clarity to what is often overcomplicated and highlights a more sustainable, evidence based path forward.

After more than three decades in traditional medicine, Dr. Hester shifted her focus to addressing the root causes of chronic disease through lifestyle medicine. Her approach centers on nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, and behavior change, helping people move beyond symptom management and into real, lasting health.

Together, Paige and Dr. Hester discuss the connection between ultra processed food consumption and chronic disease, how inflammation and metabolic dysfunction develop over time, and what it looks like to begin reversing that process with simple, consistent changes.

They also explore how to cut through the noise of conflicting health information and build a foundation that supports long term vitality without extremes or overwhelm.

If you are looking for a more grounded, science backed approach to healing your body and creating lasting health, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Learn more about Dr. Ann Hester at PatientWorld.net and follow her on Instagram for continued education.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.

© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

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Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and metabolic health are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on functional nutrition, metabolism, and how the body responds to ultra processed foods in the context of long term recovery.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige continues her conversation with Ashley Olson and Andrea Crane of The Double A Podcast, this time focusing on functional nutrition, metabolism, and food addiction recovery. This discussion explores how the body responds to ultra processed foods and how metabolic health plays a key role in long term healing.

Together, they break down how consistency, awareness, and nutritional support can help shift the body out of cycles of cravings, fatigue, and imbalance.

This episode is part of a two episode collaboration featuring The Double A Podcast. If you are trying to understand the connection between metabolism, nutrition, and recovery from food addiction, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Learn more at The Double A Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.

© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved.

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Food addiction, ultra processed food recovery, and food freedom are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on rebuilding a healthy relationship with food, improving consistency, and moving away from restriction and confusion in recovery.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige sits down with Ashley Olson and Andrea Crane of The Double A Podcast to explore food freedom, fueling your body, and recovering from ultra processed food patterns. This conversation focuses on how nutrition, awareness, and consistency can support a healthier and more stable relationship with food.

Ashley and Andrea share how shifting away from restriction and confusion toward a more grounded approach can change not just eating habits, but overall well being, energy, and cravings.

This episode is part of a two episode collaboration featuring The Double A Podcast. If you are working to rebuild your relationship with food and your body, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Learn more at The Double A Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Find Ashley Olson on Instagram @ashley_olson_fitness and learn more about her work at @karvefitness.co.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.

© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved.

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Food addiction, binge eating, and ultra processed food recovery are at the center of this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation explores binge eating recovery and food addiction healing through a grounded, nervous system informed approach to change.

Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the deep exhaustion that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded perspective, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos.

In this episode, Paige is joined by Dr. Kristina Dobyns, an integrative recovery coach and educator specializing in binge eating and food addiction recovery. Together, they explore a more grounded and sustainable approach to healing, one that moves beyond willpower and focuses on the connection between the body, the nervous system, and long term behavior change.

Dr. Dobyns brings a unique perspective that blends somatic psychology, nutrition, and mindfulness based relapse prevention. Her work centers on helping individuals reconnect with their bodies, understand the root drivers of cravings, and build a more stable foundation for recovery through simple, consistent practices.

Together, Paige and Dr. Dobyns discuss the role of embodiment in recovery, how ultra processed foods impact both the brain and body, and what it looks like to move out of cycles of binge eating without relying on restriction or extremes. This conversation offers a more compassionate and practical path forward for those ready to rebuild trust with themselves.

If you are struggling with binge eating, food addiction, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, this episode will meet you where you are.

Learn more about Dr. Kristina Dobyns at www.BeyondBingeEating.com or reach out at info@beyondbingeeating.com.

Questions, stories, or thoughts can be shared anytime at realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com and more resources can be found at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.
Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on sustainable nutrition, self trust, and recovery aligned living.
© 2026 Paige Alexander All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is prohibited. This podcast feed and all episodes are original works created and owned by Paige Alexander under Real Food Recovery™.

Links:
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Conscious Bites course: www.BeyondBingeEating.com/Conscious-Bites

Grab your FREE Eat-With-Awareness Bundle to slow down, stay present, and reclaim peace with food: https://beyondbingeeating.com/opt-in/

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