Real Food Recovery Podcast

Paige Alexander
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Nutrition

If you feel stuck in cycles with ultra-processed food, cravings, weight struggles, and a loss of control, you are not broken, and you are not alone. Hosted by Paige Alexander, this podcast goes beyond diets, calorie counting, and quick fixes to uncover what’s really driving your relationship with food. You’ll learn how to: • Break free from ultra-processed food dependency • Rebuild trust with real, whole, single-ingredient foods • Understand the science behind cravings and habits • Heal the emotional patterns tied to food • Create sustainable weight loss without obsession This isn’t about restriction, it’s about restoration. In this new chapter of Real Food Recovery, Paige brings a deeper, more personal approach to what it truly takes to find freedom with food. If food isn’t the answer…let’s start asking better questions.

  1. 2d ago

    Self Trust and Food Freedom After Ultra Processed Food Addiction | Caren Michele Paskel

    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™. Watch YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/mPjZxQhV9IU?si=a7AJTsww5Xvrikot

    59 min

  2. May 28

    Lifestyle Medicine for Food Addiction Recovery | Dr. Ann Hester

    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™. Catch our YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/ru6NcC4tsY0?si=r74PVL-sHxSF3d7E

    56 min

  3. May 21

    Functional Nutrition Metabolism and Food Addiction Recovery Part 2 | Ashley Olson and Andrea Crane

    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. Catch our YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/4KQPkkR_U_A?si=Bv9N9lSc_OpB1N8h

    57 min

  4. May 14

    Food Freedom Fueling Your Body and Ultra Processed Food Recovery Part 1 | Ashley Olson and Andrea Crane

    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. Catch our YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/6KLJMxgXTKk?si=9JK3Tws_77FJBoqQ

    58 min

  5. May 7

    Binge Eating & Food Addiction Recovery | Dr. Kristina Dobyns

    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:Website: https://www.BeyondBingeEating.com Newsletter: https://beyondbingeeating.com/Newsletter/ YouTube: www.BeyondBingeEating.com/@BeyondBingeEating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BeyondBingeEating/  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/Catch our YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/tP3Tg_3qiCM?si=-4BAhFlQC3nXvoSt

    1h 1m

  6. Apr 30

    Ultra Processed Food Addiction Recovery Story | Braci Dutton

    Food addiction, ultra processed food patterns, and recovery are explored in this episode of Real Food Recovery Podcast™. This conversation focuses on real life healing from ultra processed food addiction and what sustainable recovery can actually look like in everyday life. Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with processed food addiction and the deep ache that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over more times than can be counted, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it truly takes to heal. Each episode opens the door to the real, raw, and often messy journey of recovery, offering compassion, lived experience, and practical tools that help rebuild a life grounded in peace instead of chaos. In this episode, Paige sits down with Braci Dutton, who shares her real life experience with ultra processed food addiction and how she found a way to take her life back through simple, sustainable changes. Her story is honest, relatable, and deeply encouraging for anyone who feels stuck in cycles of food obsession and frustration. Together, they explore what it looks like to move out of overwhelm and into clarity, how small shifts can create powerful momentum, and why recovery does not have to be complicated to be effective. Braci’s approach is grounded, practical, and rooted in real life application, making this conversation especially powerful for those who feel like they have tried everything and are still searching for a way forward. If you are struggling with ultra processed food patterns, feeling out of control around food, or looking for a more realistic and sustainable path to recovery, this episode will remind you that change is possible and it may be simpler than you think.  Follow Braci Dutton on social media to learn more and stay connected to her work. Share your story or questions: realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com More resources: 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™. Enjoy our YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/ySAD2i--Vog?si=GV9viy330aWG3Age

    49 min

  7. Apr 23

    Gut Health, Leaky Gut & Ultra-Processed Food Recovery | Lola MacLean

    Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with ultra-processed food addiction and the quiet exhaustion that comes from feeling stuck in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it actually takes to heal, offering lived experience, grounded insight, and practical tools to rebuild a life rooted in peace instead of chaos. Today’s conversation challenges a common narrative: being told your symptoms are “normal” or that your labs look “fine.” Gut health is not a trend. Leaky gut, clinically known as intestinal permeability, is a real breakdown of the gut lining that can contribute to inflammation, immune dysfunction, food sensitivities, and chronic symptoms long before anything shows up on paper. Paige is joined by Lola MacLean to unpack what is happening inside the body after years of ultra-processed food exposure, why healing often begins with slowing down instead of adding more, and how simple, consistent shifts can help restore resilience in both the gut and the nervous system. If you are recovering from the effects of ultra-processed foods and looking for clarity, stability, and a more sustainable path forward, this conversation will meet you where you are. Learn more about Lola MacLean: Functional Health Consulting for Women with Gut Health Issues Instagram: Click Here! LinkTree: Click Here! Share your story or questions: realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.com More resources: 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™. Catch our YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/QD5_3TyHGDk?si=5YLZuo79dmM2yUjo

    1h 1m

  8. Apr 16

    How to Break Sugar Addiction and Build Unshakable Confidence | Laura Eiman

    Real Food Recovery Podcast™ was created from a society wrestling with processed food addiction and the deep ache that comes from feeling trapped in destructive patterns. After decades of obsession, frustration, and starting over more times than can be counted, Paige Alexander holds this space to speak honestly about what it truly takes to heal. Each episode opens the door to the real, raw, and often messy journey of recovery offering compassion, lived experience, and practical tools that help rebuild a life grounded in peace instead of chaos. In this episode, Paige sits down with Laura Eiman, who shares her powerful transformation from decades of sugar addiction and junk food dependency to 25 years free from sugar and ultra-processed foods. Once struggling with obesity, divorce, and feeling completely directionless, Laura describes how she reached a breaking point that forced her to rebuild her life from the inside out. Her turning point came when she began studying the mindset of Navy SEALs, Olympic athletes, and Greek philosophers, applying their principles of discipline, resilience, and mental toughness to her own recovery. From that work, she developed a confidence-based system that helped her break free from destructive habits and rebuild self-trust. Today at 72, Laura shares how she continues to live with what she calls “invincible confidence,” and how daily mindset practices rooted in discipline and purpose have allowed her to stay free from sugar addiction for decades. This conversation explores what it really takes to break long-standing food addiction patterns, how identity and mindset shape recovery, and why building confidence is often the missing piece in lasting change. If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of food addiction, self-sabotage, or starting over, this episode offers a powerful reminder: change is possible at any age, and identity, not willpower, is what drives lasting recovery. Learn more about Laura: lauraeiman.comShare your story or questions: realfoodrecovery4u@gmail.comMore resources: www.realfoodrecovery4u.com Real Food Recovery Podcast™ is an original educational podcast focused on healing your relationship with food, rebuilding self-trust, and creating a sustainable, recovery-aligned way of living.© 2026 Paige Alexander — All rights reserved. Catch our YouTube version here:  https://youtu.be/qR_Ka-kG1Zc?si=YdoS5DGsuPGx7Sju

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If you feel stuck in cycles with ultra-processed food, cravings, weight struggles, and a loss of control, you are not broken, and you are not alone. Hosted by Paige Alexander, this podcast goes beyond diets, calorie counting, and quick fixes to uncover what’s really driving your relationship with food. You’ll learn how to: • Break free from ultra-processed food dependency • Rebuild trust with real, whole, single-ingredient foods • Understand the science behind cravings and habits • Heal the emotional patterns tied to food • Create sustainable weight loss without obsession This isn’t about restriction, it’s about restoration. In this new chapter of Real Food Recovery, Paige brings a deeper, more personal approach to what it truly takes to find freedom with food. If food isn’t the answer…let’s start asking better questions.

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  • Creator
    Paige Alexander
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © ® 2026 Real Food Recovery Pocast
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    Real Food Recovery Podcast

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