It’s Just So Delicious!

Diabetes and obesity are on the rise in the US. Our supermarkets are filled with “foods” (I use this term very loosely) which are not what our bodies were built to consume. Due to technological advancements, the food industry can manipulate parts of foods, creating products that stimulate our brain’s reward center, making them irresistible because, well, they’re “just so delicious.”

In my practice, apart from dealing with conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety, and depression, weight loss is a significant concern. Now, you might know what foods to eat, but do you ever find your brain making you crave something else? That’s what this six-part series aims to address.

The brain is funny, right? It makes us want things that aren’t always good for us. But there are patterns in these cravings, themes that emerge over time. I’ve had clients explain to me their insatiable cravings for certain foods, like a particular yogurt brand or bourbon. Even I, with my peanut butter addiction, have been victim to the “it’s so delicious” thought.

Here’s the heart of this discussion. Could it be that some foods are too stimulating for us? Not because they’re inherently delicious, but because they’ve been manufactured to be irresistible? This series will teach you to recognize such foods, remind yourself they’re too stimulating, and replace them with healthier alternatives. Sometimes the problem isn’t the food itself, but the version or brand that we choose.

Just as some things might be too expensive for our budget, some foods might be too stimulating for our well-being. Recognizing this is the first step to healthier food habits.

Stay tuned for more insights and strategies to combat the “too delicious” syndrome. Until then, eat well, live well, and remember – some things might just be *too* good for you.