Welcome to the Addicted to Healthy podcast Your one stop destination for all things health and a kickass life. I’m Laurence, a certified nutritional practitioner and PCOS Fighter & health coach & your host of the addicted to healthy podcast This is your show to learn from me and other inspiring experts on how to address your health naturally and uplevel in all areas of your life to live a kickass life. This podcast is about being addicted to bettering yourself and your life and being in love with the life you are living. It means living your truth and finding the things that light you up, no matter what that looks like. This podcast will encompass all things that I believe contribute to holistic health: nutrition, lifestyle, relationships, money, career, spirituality, physical activity, mindset, health, environment, creativity, etc. Today's guest Michael Collins, founder of ​SugarAddiction.com​ and Board  Chairman of ​Food Addiction Institute​, has been completely sugar-free for over 30 years and has worked closely with others to help them regain lives ravaged by this addictive product. He raised two children sugar-free from the womb to over six years old - when they only had sugar once a month for their entire childhood. Today's episode How can ditching sugar impact your health What does it mean to go sugar-free? What happens in your body when you avoid sugar? Fructose vs glucose - what’s the difference? Does it matter? Is sugar as addictive as cocaine? Why is sugar a problem in North America? Are sugar free products better for you? Why do we get cravings for sugar? Can we get addicted? How to get rid of sugar cravings for good - what does it take? The emotional missing piece to combatting your cravings & more! Thank you for listening to today’s episode! I hope you loved this episode, if yes I would appreciate a review on iTunes, this helps my podcast reach more people who need it! Got questions? Requests? Feedback? Email me at [email protected] Let's hang out! Find me online at the following : Instagram Website Facebook NOTE: This podcast is for informational purposes, it is not meant to be direct medical advice. Please consult with your medical provider.