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With today’s highly refined, fast, convenience foods and snack foods - getting stuck in ‘a sugar crash’ (AKA the blood sugar rollercoaster) can happen very easily. The good news is that once you are aware of the dangers of refined foods and sugars, it’s not all that hard to avoid the whole issue of sugar crashes. In this Episode, Cathy explains why avoiding a ‘sugar crash’ is SO important for maintaining good health and energy. Then she goes into detail about 6 ways to avoid getting caught in a sugar crash, which will protect your biggest asset - your health! Before this Episode is through, you’ll discover some elements that will help you recover more easily from a sugar crash, in case it ever happens to you. Cathy also gives you plenty of resources to learn more about sugar, refined foods, nutrition and your health.Copyright © 2023 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

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Fasting has some AMAZING health benefits, including the incredible power of autophagy (pronounced either ‘auto-fay-gee’, or ‘au-toff-a-gee), which is essentially a function of fasting.

In this Episode, Cathy shares her research about autophagy, which reveals some truly surprising positive effects . Cathy not only investigates fasting’s health benefits, she goes beyond that. You’ll hear about history and safety of fasting, the 2 main types of fasting, the effects of the ‘fasted state’ vs the ‘fed state’, what autophagy is, details about how autophagy works, and its most incredible health benefit that is absolutely relevant to this particular time in history, 2023. This is important health information that everyone needs to know!

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We all know how sweet and delicious sugar is, yet there IS a dark side to sugar that can absolutely have a negative impact on health. Part 2 of this mini-series takes a deep dive into the long-term effects of sugar.In this Episode you will find an in-depth analysis of sugar and refined foods, including the difference between them. Cathy goes into detail about why both sugar and refined foods are so damaging, by looking at exactly HOW they wreak havoc with long-term health. The question of a ‘safe amount’ of sugar and/or refined foods is explored. Then Cathy offers a practical, simple suggestion about how you can tame the dark side of sugar. You’ll be able to maintain a healthy balance every day, and create great long-term health. Copyright © 2023 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

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Your health is the most priceless asset you will ever own! Whether talking about short-term health, or long-term health - sugar and refined foods have a definite impact. The good news is that you have the power to control the impact of sugar!In this Episode (Part 1 of a mini-series), Cathy is on a mission to reveal 4 KEY Factors about sugar and your long-term health. You’ll discover WHY your body needs some sugar, including 2 very important facts that must be understood. Cathy goes into detail about several different types of sugar and their direct impact on health, because each type of sugar produces its own effects. Before the end of this Episode, you will know HOW to use the 4 KEY Factors to benefit your health, now and in the long-term. If you have been concerned about how to remain healthy in the future - this is important information you need!Copyright © 2023 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

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Knowing how to recover from a sugar overload is more important than ever. Sugar overload can happen to any of us, even when trying to make healthy food choices. In fact, you might feel certain that you are eating healthy food, yet you may not realize how much sugar is hidden in the foods you are consuming. Hidden sugars can add up quickly, without you being aware of it.In this Episode you’ll discover how refined foods (even the ones that don’t look like sugar) cause a sugar overload - which has a serious effect on one specific, important hormone. Then you will be guided through 5 Steps you can start to use immediately to recover from a sugar overload. For each one of these steps, Cathy will explain why it works, and what the overall, lasting benefits are. These 5 steps are a powerful process to support your body to recover from a sugar overload in a reasonably short amount of time.Copyright © 2023 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

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Got a cold? Here’s help! This Episode takes a good look at practical, proven ways that you can help your body deal with the common cold. By supporting your immune system in various ways, it is possible to significantly cut the duration of your down-time from the common cold.First, Cathy will touch on 2 Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts that can have an impact on the body’s immunity. Then she will get into 9 ways to shorten the duration of your cold, including 3 specific nutrients, considering Star Anise Extract, raising your vibrational energy, the nutrition of food, and much more. The knowledge shared in this Episode is intended as nutritional information only. These 9 ways are proven through Cathy’s own extensive, personal experience in dealing with and reducing the duration of the common cold.Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

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Technology moves fast, especially when it comes to telecommunications. We’ve just gotten used to the 4G network and its amazing speed for online activity. The 5G network is being rolled out right now, as you read this!

5G, the 5th generation of wireless access, promises to be hyper fast: up to 10 times faster than 4G. AND it is designed to handle 1,000 times more traffic. What’s not to love, right? But wait a minute! What do we REALLY know about 5G and its effects, especially the effects on human health?? That’s exactly what this Episode is all about! Cathy explores what 5G is, the rollout of 5G, a ‘Landmark Study’ about 5G and the information that is known (so far) about the effects of 5G EMF radiation. This is important information you NEED to know!! Everyone needs this information!

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EMF (electromagnetic field) energy is a huge multi-faceted topic. When researching about the new 5G network, Cathy kept coming across more and more information that pertains to the existing 4G network, and realized that we have been told very little about EMFs. This is information that everyone needs to know.

In this Episode you’ll find out about natural EMFs vs man-made EMFs; EMF effects on adults vs children; pulsed microwave radiation; SAR or Specific Absorption Rate; and regulations, safety and human health. You’ll also discover 5 little known facts about the effects of EMFs. It is SO important to learn all you can about EMFs, so you can find ways to protect yourself from the effects of EMF radiation.

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EMF (electromagnetic field) energy exposure and damage to human health is not a new issue, and it certainly isn’t going away any time soon. In fact, health concerns are increasing as more, stronger electromagnetic technologies are developed.

This makes it extremely important to learn all you can about EMFs, and to find ways to limit your exposure. In this Episode Cathy starts with the effects of EMF radiation on children and youth - a topic that is not often discussed. The rest of the Episode is all about 12 simple ways you can TAKE ACTION to limit your EMF exposure. These are ideas you can implement right away, ranging from ways to use your cell phone differently to consuming 2 particular nutrient compounds that will help mitigate damage to your health. Even though it is almost impossible to completely avoid EMF radiation, you CAN drastically reduce your risk for related health issues.

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EMF (electromagnetic field) energy is a very important topic that is not widely understood by most people. In this series of Episodes, the goal is to shine the spotlight on EMF radiation, so it is easier to understand and deal with this invisible health hazard.

This is Part 1 of the series, where Cathy starts with the basics about what EMFs are. Then she will tell you why there is so much confusion about EFM exposure, and why EMFs are hazardous to your health. Even more specifically, you will understand the chain reaction EMFs cause that creates significant damage to your cells. You’ll learn about some specific systems in the body that are affected by EMF exposure. At the end, Cathy touches briefly on ways you can limit your exposure to EMFs. Part 2 in this series will have much more information about limiting your exposure to EMFs, so be sure to stay tuned for that Episode!

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Creating and sustaining great health doesn’t just magically happen - it takes time, effort and conscious choices to help it happen. The task becomes much easier when your choices have high positive impact.

This Episode is all about 6 impactful choices than can help you take positive control over your health - starting immediately. Cathy has used all of these impactful choices to create her own great health, and she has also used them successfully in coaching many clients. If you’ve been a Sugar Switch Podcast listener for awhile, 3 of the 6 choices might seem familiar to you. The other 3 impactful choices have only been shared with her clients - until now. Each person has been given an amazing, resilient, Divinely created body and it’s up to each one of us to make the best choices possible for our own GREAT health.

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This is Part 2 of a mini-series all about 6 specific nutrients that can help you strengthen your body’s defences against germs, bacteria, viruses and other pathogens. Your body is able utilize various nutrients to help you stay strong. Many of those nutrients can be found in real whole foods, and some nutrients need to be obtained from supplementation.

This Episode includes a very brief recap of Part 1 and the first 3 nutrients of this mini-series, as well as a short summary of free radicals and antioxidants. Then Cathy shares the easiest way to get the BEST nutrition from fresh fruits and vegetables. From there, you will discover how the last 3 nutrients (out of 6) strengthen your body’s defences: Vitamin C, Quercetin and NAC (N-Acetylcysteine). Food sources are listed for 2 of these nutrients, while the 3rd nutrient needs to come from supplements.

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The nutrients in food that you consume on a daily basis are incredibly important for your overall health and for your body’s defences against pathogens. This mini-series is all about 6 particular nutrients (revealed in 2 Episodes) that can help you maintain great health consistently.

This Episode starts with a comparison of nutrients from food sources versus supplementation, and why one is preferred over the other. Then Cathy dives into the details of 3 (out of the 6 nutrients) that can help strengthen your body’s defences: zinc, vitamin D and magnesium. Bonus! Cathy gives you very important information you need to know about 2 other specific nutrients (calcium and vitamin K2) that have a synergistic effect with vitamin D and magnesium. Synergy of nutrients is important because the effect nutrients have on each other makes a difference in how beneficial they are for your health.

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YIKES! There’s an invisible health hazard in foods you may be consuming every day! The invisible health hazard is refined food oils, which are being proven to be incredibly harmful!

This Episode is a very deep dive into food oils, starting with why your body needs fats and oils. From there, Cathy explains specifically what she means by ‘food oils’, and gets right into the details about PUFAs (polyunsaturated fatty acids), MUFAs (monounsaturated fatty acids), saturated fatty acids and trans fats. You will discover exactly WHY food oils are so hazardous to health (there are at least 9 toxic effects), and you’ll hear about the correlation between refined food oils and chronic illness. You will also hear about ‘food oil poisoning’ - an important, yet little known topic that may surprise you.

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This Episode is all about the amazing, perhaps even magical, connection between gratitude and your health. When we find ourselves in challenging or confusing situations - that’s when we seem to need positivity the most. Focusing on gratitude and practising gratitude can give us that positivity.

Cathy explores gratitude, starting with whether it is an inherited trait or learned. You’ll discover 2 kinds of gratitude, conditional and unconditional, and you may be surprised by the power that a simple ‘thank you’ can have. Cathy details 5 specific ways that gratitude can benefit your health, and lists a number of gratitude practises. Then you’ll hear some inspiring gratitude quotes, including one from Oprah Winfrey.

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Keto (Ketogenic) diets or lifestyles have become quite popular, for many reasons. But what is the difference between a Keto lifestyle and a Kick Sugar lifestyle? That’s exactly what you’ll discover in this Episode.

Cathy starts by clarifying why a keto lifestyle and a kick sugar lifestyle are not the same, even though they have one big aspect in common. You’ll hear what kicking sugar is all about, and what a keto lifestyle is all about, as well as the connection each one has with the 2 types of fuel your body uses. Then Cathy goes through a detailed comparison between Keto and kicking sugar. Before the end of this Episode, Cathy tells you about an extremely time limited, incredibly amazing Keto Lifestyle bundle of 25+ expert resources that you might want to check out.

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Your immune system is one of the cornerstones of your health - so it makes a lot of sense to be pro-active in keeping your immune system strong and robust.

This Episode is all about what it means to have a strong immune system, and what you can do in the present time to create that for yourself. Cathy dives into 5 specific elements that can affect your immune system; 3 of these elements are not commonly talked about. Then Cathy gives you resources you can access PLUS she shares with you 12 Tips for cold and/or flu recovery. This Episode is packed with very helpful information you can use to keep your immune system strong and healthy!

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YOUR Health is priceless! It is the most important asset you will EVER own! So it makes sense to stand in YOUR Power and make it strong. This is Part 5 in a series of Episodes that can help you do exactly that.

In the last Episode (YOUR Health - YOUR Power! Part 4 TSSP169) Cathy mentioned that there are 8 beneficial nutrients that are not commonly talked about, yet there was only enough time to tell you about 4 of them. Now you can hear all about the other 4 nutrients. Join Cathy as she explores these nutrients, particularly their health benefits: Spirulina, N-Acetylcysteine (NAC), Beta-glucan and Glucosamine. Find out how these nutrients could help you stand in YOUR Power and strengthen YOUR Health - long term.

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You have more power over your health than you think you do! YOUR Health - YOUR Power! Part 4 is a deep exploration about where YOUR Power comes from and how you can use that power to protect and improve the most priceless asset you will ever own - YOUR Health!

Cathy goes deep into 4 specific sources of YOUR Power: gaining knowledge leading to action; listening to your body; harnessing the potency of nutrition; and using specific, important nutrients and herbs. You’ll hear about 10 common nutrients and herbs that you are probably already familiar with, and you’ll discover 4 more powerful nutrients that are not commonly talked about. This Episode is packed with inspiring information to help you have the BEST health possible!

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YOUR Health is the most valuable possession you have! And you can use YOUR Power to protect it and strengthen it.

In this Episode, Cathy discusses YOUR Power over stress, anxiety and fear, and she shares ways that you can take control over each of them. Then Cathy focuses on gut health, and reveals the #1 best thing you can do to keep your gut healthy. You’ll also discover the innate power that you immune system naturally has, plus 4 quick Tips to take care of your immune system. Finally, Cathy shares some incredible resources which you can use for great information about staying healthy during these confusing, challenging times.

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The controversy and confusion about the world’s health crisis seems to be endless, and can leave you feeling like you’re standing on shifting sand! This Episode, Part 2 of the series, continues to highlight the POWER you have over YOUR health.

Cathy starts this Episode with a discussion about how the world’s history is repeating itself. Then she gets into the one health issue and the mandates, and what it all means for all of us. It is super important to be clear about what is going on in real time, in order for each of us to stand in our power and establish a pathway to move forward positively with our health. Cathy gives you 3 important Steps that you can take, starting immediately, which will empower you to move forward. This Episode includes a powerful TOOL that you won’t want to miss!

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Today’s world presents us with incredible controversy, confusion and challenges about how to stay healthy. This Episode, YOUR Health - YOUR Power!, is all about gaining knowledge and being empowered, so you can make good choices for your own health.

Cathy gives you a brief overview of the past few decades, when major shifts in health took place, and our own collective thinking also shifted. She speaks about public health care, and what has occurred right up to this year (2021). Cathy discusses how YOUR health truly matters, and how you can choose to stand in YOUR power!

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There is a silent partner within your body that works silently 24/7 to maintain balance, which keeps you healthy. It’s your immune system. And it is super important to know how you can keep it strong.

Cathy starts by discussing 2 main things that are damaging to your immune system, so you can avoid them. Then she dives into what you can do to energize and strengthen your immune system with nutrition. She includes specific nutrients and herbs that support your incredible immune system in specific ways. Finally, you’ll discover why creating natural immunity is far better than immunity acquired through medication.

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Sugar and refined foods are two different things, right? Well… not exactly! This Episode gives you straight talk about sugar, about refined foods, and why they seem so different, but in many ways they are exactly the same.

In fact, to your body, sugar and refined foods are identical - and Cathy explains why. It’s a very important concept to understand. You’ll also hear about the 4 main sources of glucose, the body’s main source of fuel for energy. Artificial sweeteners are also discussed. You might find some surprising facts as Cathy reveals 10 different ways that sugar and refined foods have a serious impact on your body and your health.

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This Episode is all about giving you an easy to follow, 5 Step plan - so you can banish your sugar habit. Cathy also has an amazing, extremely time limited BONUS for you, that is only available until the end of November 2021.

Cathy starts this Episode by clarifying exactly what she is talking about with the terms ‘sugar’, ‘sugar habit', and ‘switch OUT of sugar’. You will also hear why she believes it is NOT possible to be completely free of healthy, natural sugars. Then she gives you a brief summary of the negative issues related to artificial sweeteners. Next, Cathy tells it like it is, when she dives into the details of ‘Your Sugar Habit GONE in 5 Steps’. This Episode is one NOT to miss! The 5 Step plan PLUS the extremely time limited BONUS she gives at the end could absolutely change the game for you!

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After hitting the ‘pause button’ on weekly podcasting, Cathy Ormon is excited to be back! In this Episode, Cathy reveals why she needed to take her own coaching advice, step back and look at the bigger picture of what has been happening for her. She also outlines the expanding horizons of The Sugar Switch®️ Podcast.

Then Cathy explores some very big reasons WHY you need to kick sugar. She not only tells you why this is so important - she goes on to lay out the foundations of a 5 Step plan that you can use to kick sugar to the curb! It’s all about how you can take care of yourself, so you can have the optimal health and energy you deserve - without relying on pharmaceuticals!

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Have you noticed new types of honey on the market - specifically healthy sounding ones that are infused with herbs and spices? Sweet, for sure - but the real question is: are they healthy?? That’s exactly what will be explored in this Episode.

Cathy begins by clarifying what honey is and how it affects your body. Then she answers the question ‘what is herbal infused honey?’. Next, you’ll find out about the marketing appeal of herbal infused honey, and the reality of herbal infused honey. Cathy also talks about healthy sources of infused herbs and spices. If you are looking for healthy ways to have your sugar, and you don’t want to be misled by marketing ‘hype’ - you’ll definitely want to hear this!

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When you’re totally done, ready to quit sugar or ready to make changes to kick sugar OUT of your life - what’s the best way to do it? In STEPS or by doing a sudden, full STOP? Many people ask this very big and important question, which will be fully explored in this Episode.

First, Cathy clarifies what she means by the phrase ‘done with sugar’, and takes it a step further by answering the underlying question ‘can a person ever really be completely free of sugar?’. Next, you’ll learn why a sugar habit and sugar addiction are in your head - literally in your BRAIN! YES - it affects your brain! Then Cathy delves into being done with sugar by taking STEPS and being done with sugar by doing a sudden full STOP. There are many alternatives for highly refined sugars, and Cathy gives you 2 PROVEN ways to be Done With Sugar. This Episode is a MUST for anyone seriously wanting to take control over a sugar habit or sugar addiction.

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Gluten free eating has become a popular dietary choice for many people, but how does gluten free food affect blood sugar levels? It is an important question that will be explored in detail in this Episode.

Cathy starts with background information about what gluten is and why a gluten free diet is extremely important for some people - including those with celiac, gluten sensitivity or gluten intolerance. You’ll hear about naturally gluten free foods, what makes corn not-so-healthy, and the marketing of gluten free foods. Then Cathy gets into how gluten free foods affect blood sugar levels, and how you can stay healthy AND gluten free. If you’ve been diagnosed as celiac, or if gluten upsets your digestive system - this information is especially valuable for YOU!

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Sugar is proven to cause issues with blood sugar levels, but how can sugar negatively impact the heart? Heart health and blood sugar balance don’t seem to be related at all. Truth is - they are connected! And that’s what this Episode is all about… the connection between sugar and heart health issues.

The connection between sugar and heart health is not obvious or easy to see at a glance. So Cathy takes you on a journey into how some hormones, like insulin, and body systems work. Along the way, you’ll discover how sugar negatively affects the heart in 3 different ways: insulin resistance, cholesterol, and inflammation. Then Cathy will tell you about 5 specific foods (plant based) that are beneficial for heart health. Spoiler alert: you’ll also hear some interesting facts about one of the many jobs your liver does.

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What is plant protein all about, and how healthy is it? In this Episode, Part 6 of the Food for Thought series, you’ll find the answers to these questions.

This Episode is all about the nutrition of plant protein, legumes and pulses, as well as how to cook dried legumes. Cathy has some valuable solutions for common minor digestive issues that consuming legumes can cause. You’ll hear about the incredible nutritional profile, the versatility and the many health benefits of 3 of the most common and popular legumes: lentils, black beans and chickpeas (garbanzo beans). You’ll also become aware of one particular, important nutrient that is NOT found in plant protein. This is great information for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.

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What’s the big deal is about protein and why it is so important for good health? In this ‘Food For Thought’ series Episode, you’ll get the basics about protein, and more specific details about animal protein.

Cathy starts by explaining what protein is, and why your body requires it, including how it works for keeping blood sugar levels balanced and stable. Cathy compares animal protein to plant protein - nutritionally speaking, so you'll know what the differences are. When Cathy dives into the nutritional profile of animal protein, you will discover one particular nutrient that is available in animal sources of protein, but not available in plant sources of protein. There will be a separate Episode in this series that’ll be all about plant protein - stay tuned!

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Do you hesitate to eat nuts because you’ve been told they’re super high in fat? So, you wonder if they are really healthy? In this Episode, Part 4 of the Food For Thought series, you’ll discover why nuts really ARE incredibly healthy!

Cathy starts by shining a light on the nutrition that most nuts contain, although the exact nutrients vary for each type of nut. Then you’ll learn about phytic acid and phytase (something that is not often highlighted in nutritional information), why it can be harmful and the simple solution. Then Cathy dives into the nutritional profile and health benefits of 7 different nuts. If blood sugar issues are top of mind for you, the information in this Episode will be very helpful!

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Need a crunchy, delicious snack that’s nutritious and won’t kick your cravings into high gear? Seeds are a GREAT solution! They aren’t just for snacks, either!

This Episode zeroes in on 7 different amazing seeds. Some of them make a great snack food, or can partner very well with nuts. Some of these seeds are terrific for breakfast, some are great to add to salads or your daily nutritious smoothie, and some can be a side dish for dinner. Cathy gives you the whole scoop on each seed - the nutritional content and the incredible health benefits. If you are in the process of making a switch from junk food snacks to real nutritious snacks - you will want the information in this Episode! If you are pre-diabetic or diabetic, this is great information about foods that have a positive effect on blood sugar levels.

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Your Mother (or Grandmother) was a genius! Medical science has now proven their claims to be absolutely right. Eating vegetables WILL make you strong, and healthy. Yes - Vegetables ROCK! in both the health and nutrition categories.

In this short, sweet, and to-the-point Episode you will discover 8 POWERFUL components of vegetables that give them the ability to make you strong and healthy, and 6 reasons WHY vegetables ROCK! (those are health benefits). Then Cathy will share 3 Tips to get the most benefit from consuming vegetables. This is tremendously valuable information. because you can use this knowledge to make the best food choices that will give you exuberant energy and strong health - for life!

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If sugar is harmful, does that mean that FRUIT is harmful? (it contains natural sugar). Good question! In this Episode, Cathy does a deep dive into the pros and cons of fruit, to answer that exact question.

This informative Episode starts with clarification of some basic points about sugar. Then Cathy explains how fruit can be either healthy or harmful, and how it affects blood sugar balance. You’ll learn about the specific type of natural sugar that is found in fruit, and one particular nutrient that is important, which fruit contains. Cathy also discusses consuming the whole fruit vs consuming fruit juice. Cathy shares 4 great TIPS about how to keep fruit consumption healthy.

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Stress, emotion and sugar all have an effect on each other, which can keep you from gaining your freedom from sugar. This is Part 3 of the Freedom From Sugar series, where it’s all about stress and emotion.

This Episode starts with details of why a moderate amount of stress is necessary, and how sugar affects stress levels in the body, including the body’s emergency response system. You will hear about the physical effects of sugar on particular areas of the brain and how that can keep you stuck in a sugar habit. Cathy discusses emotional undercurrents and how they could be blocking freedom from sugar. Before the end of this Episode, Cathy shares 4 valuable Tips that you can use right away to deal with stress and emotion.

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Food is SO powerful that it can either cause you great harm, OR it can absolutely heal you! In this second Episode of the Freedom From Sugar series, you’ll discover how the food you eat can provide healing AND help you find freedom from sugar.

This Episode starts with the bare-bones truth about WHY we are all hooked on sugar and refined foods (spoiler: it has nothing to do with weakness or a lack of willpower). Cathy analyzes the double sided nature of food - both the harmful side (like a slow poison) and the powerful healing side. You will learn about the many benefits of switching on the POWER of food to obtain optimal health. Cathy presents 2 PROVEN pathways that you can take to achieve freedom from sugar. If finding freedom from sugar has been one of your goals - the information in this Episode could change the game for you!

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Gaining freedom from sugar is an important issue that can affect health, and so many people struggle with it. This series of Episodes will explore many aspects of this complex challenge.

In this Episode, Habit versus Addiction, Cathy starts by examining the specific effects sugar has on your gut and your brain, which are connected by the gut-brain axis. Then she explores the differences between habit and addiction, including 3 signs of sugar addiction. You’ll hear a different perspective about freedom and control, deprivation and self-care. Cathy shares her point of view about whether or not it is possible to REALLY be free of ALL sugar. This Episode presents 2 pathways that can help you completely quit sugar or change a sugar habit, to reach optimal health.

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Your amazing body is already equipped with a truly powerful system that can keep you healthy, and you have incredible control over it! This Episode focuses on ways to ENERGIZE your immune system.

If avoiding health issues from bacteria or viral infections has been on your mind - this Episode is for YOU! Cathy jumps right in with information about 9 nutrients that all relate to strengthening your immune system. Next, you’ll discover why having a healthy gut is super important to keep your immune system energized. Then Cathy reveals 3 ‘immune system crushers’ to AVOID. To help you take control and have the healthiest immune system possible - Cathy gives you 4 Tips to energize your immune system.

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Do you realize that you were given a priceless asset the day you were born? This Episode, Part 5 of the Create Your Shift series, shakes things up and shines an entirely different light on the most valuable asset you will EVER have, which is your HEALTH!

Cathy starts with the point of view that your priceless asset, your health, is your greatest gift because you didn’t have to buy it or earn it - it was given to you at birth. Then Cathy explores the multi-dimensional nature of your amazing health, and debates whether caring for your health is an investment or an expense. Before the end of this Episode, you will have some proven Tips that can help you to be pro-active in maintaining your priceless asset, so you can have great health now and in the future.

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Have you ever felt powerless when it comes to making positive changes in your health? This Episode is all about the POWER you already have, and how you can stand in that power to create your own unique health shift.

Your power includes being pro-active in protecting the biggest asset you will ever own. You’ll hear about tapping into the energy of nutrition, as well as using the strength of your many past successes to help you stand in your power. You might discover that stories you tell yourself could be getting in your way. Cathy shares basic concepts to follow that will help you stand in your POWER, and 3 Tips to help you implement your power for optimal health. You already have amazing power within you - now it’s time to stand in that POWER!

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Looking for the perfect companion tool to help you move your health and wellness forward? Journaling could be just what you need! This Episode takes a serious look at the simple, yet amazing ways you can use journaling to help you create your unique shift, and reach your health goals.

Journaling is a great tool that can work for anyone, anywhere, at any time. In this Episode, Cathy explains what makes journaling absolutely invaluable, including several proven health benefits. A journal is the perfect low cost, low tech device that can help reduce stress and help you listen to what your body is telling you, And there are at least 8 more ways that you can gain extremely helpful insight from journaling. If journaling is new to you - no worries! Cathy gives you some tips for getting started.

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Listen… do you hear what your body is telling you? It could be a key factor in creating your unique and wonderful health and wellness shift! This Episode is Part 2 in a terrific series that can help you be the BEST version of yourself!

Your body is talking to you and giving you valuable messages ALL the time, whether you are aware of it or not. Cathy takes a deep look at the amazing and insightful tool of connecting with and listening to your body. You’ll learn how your body talks to you, what sort of things your body is trying to tell you, and how to tune in to your body easily. You’ll also discover how having a scientific mindset can help you move forward with your health. You’ll be surprised at how simple, yet effective, this concept really is!

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Have you ever wanted to create a shift in your life, specifically in your energy and overall health, but felt overwhelmed and perplexed about where to start and how to accomplish it? This new series of Episodes is all about helping you create your unique shift!

Cathy starts with the concept of making small, sustainable changes that add up to a big, positive impact over time. She explains why this concept works, and lays the groundwork for making your shift by setting your goal using the KISS method. You’ll learn the best place to start, and how to move forward at your own pace. Cathy explains the importance of being open to the process, and being consistent. Be sure to tune into the other Episodes in this series too, where you’ll discover some important tools you can use to Create Your Shift.

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Got relentless cravings for sugar and/or refined foods? You’re not alone, and there are definite steps you can take to help you switch those cravings OFF!

In this Episode Cathy starts with 7 different nutrients that help your body physically switch OFF cravings, and she tells you the food sources for each nutrient. Stress has been proven to be one of the biggest drivers of cravings. Cathy gives you 3 simple ways that that work quite quickly to ease your stress, and keep YOU in the driver’s seat when stress happens. And finally, Cathy will share the details of 7 ways to switch OFF cravings. Some of those ways might be as easy as making simple tweaks to your current daily routine.

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Can exercise REALLY make a difference when it comes to staying young? Actually - it CAN!

In this Episode, Cathy explores 7 ways that exercise can help you maintain your youthfulness. Each of these 7 ways is linked to a different aspect of your health, and Cathy explains how exercise positively impacts each aspect. Then Cathy gives you a short, sweet and to the point list of beneficial steps you can use, starting immediately, to harness the youth maintaining power of exercise. If you’ve ever been skeptical about the benefits of exercise - this Episode is one you won’t want to miss!

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Did you know there could be a connection between having low energy, lack of concentration, muscle cramps and water?

This Episode is all about water, and why you need a certain amount to thrive. Cathy starts by giving you some surprising statistics about the importance of water for your body’s systems. Then she dives into the benefits of water, and how much water intake is recommended every day. You’ll hear about the water content of various foods, and why you should avoid becoming dehydrated. The exploration of this essential element takes you even further by discussing how water can affect the acid/alkaline balance of your body. It is vital to understand the importance of water, so you can maintain optimal health and energy.

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Is staying young, energetic and vibrant high on your list of priorities? Having the best nutrition (the BEST foods) is one of the top ways to make that a reality, not just a dream!

In this Episode, Part 2 of a mini-series, you’ll discover why good food and nutrition are your best friends when it comes to staying young and full of vigour. Cathy shares details about foods that help to slow down the effects of 4 natural chemical reactions within the body. Then she’ll tell you about the best foods for gut health, brain health, bone health and skin health. And, there is one particular beverage that is absolutely crucial for every system in your body. The information in this Episode, if used properly, could significantly increase your energy level and overall youthfulness!

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Is your goal to stay young, vibrant, energetic and totally healthy for your entire life? It’s a fantastic goal! This new mini-series, Staying Young, explores factors that are involved in staying young and healthy, and ways that can help make that your reality

Cathy identifies key components of your health that are factors in staying young, starting with your body’s smallest segments - your cells. You’ll hear about 4 of your body’s natural chemical reactions that you have some degree of control over. You will discover the ONE common element that has a huge positive impact on your skin, your bones, your gut and your brain - which has the ability to nurture youthfulness, keeping you young, energetic and healthy for life.

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Have you ever been confused about the information on packaged food labels? If so, you’re not alone with this frustration! This Episode is a valuable tool for Understanding Food Labels.

While Cathy absolutely does NOT advocate a dietary lifestyle of refined, packaged foods, she realizes there are times that it is necessary to buy an occasional food product that has a label. For those times, it it very important to understand the information on food labels, so that you can make informed decisions, and wise choices about the foods you consume. You’ll discover details about the Ingredients list, the Nutrition Facts table, hidden sugars, the many names for various nutrients, and several ‘grey areas’ on food labels. You’ll also understand the reason why some ‘gluten free’ products are not healthy.

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Did you know that you already possess a powerful skill that you can use to turn OFF your body’s automatic stress response? It’s true! You’ll learn all about it in this Episode, Part 2 of the mini-series Turn OFF Stress and Cravings.

My Guest Wendy Padob joins me once again, as she shares her expertise in ‘breathing away stress’. Wendy outlines 9 different, amazing benefits of deep breathing, and the science behind it. Then she talks about 3 particular exercises you can do, and gives you tips to get the most out of the skill you already possess, to turn OFF stress and cravings, so you can be more relaxed and feel healthier - all the time! For personalized guidance, you can connect with Wendy for her unique coaching package, with special savings

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Feeling super stressed and wondering how you can simply switch it off, along with the cravings it causes? There is a way - and that’s exactly what this Episode is all about! This is Part 1 of the mini-series Turn OFF Stress and Cravings.

Cathy and her Guest Wendy Padob have an incredibly helpful conversation about how to use your body’s ‘rest and digest’ mode (as opposed to the stressful ‘fight or flight’ mode) to turn off stress and cravings. Wendy is a stress management coach and she shares her expertise about how to manage the negative effects of stress, both now and in the future. You’ll discover 4 self-care tips for activating the ‘rest and digest’ mode, and learn how to stay in that mode for longer periods of time, for greater benefit. In Part 2 of this mini-series of Episodes Wendy will be back, and she will take you even deeper into relaxation, with how to ‘Breathe Away Stress’. This mini-series is sure to be super beneficial for controlling both stress and cravings, and increasing your health!

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Looking for clarity and tools to help you start your journey of curbing or quitting sugar? That’s what The Quit Sugar Summit is all about! In this Episode, you’ll get all the info you need to get started.

Cathy and her Guests Mike Collins and Danielle Daem (Host and Co-Host of the Quit Sugar Summit) have a full discussion of what you can expect from the Summit. Mike tells how the Summit got started, and gives a sneak peek of the incredible key Speakers. Danielle explains how this FREE Event works for registered attendees, and how you can get the most out of the Event, including amazing Bonuses.

You don’t want to miss this FREE Event! It is one week that will be packed with terrific information from incredible speakers; there’ll be tons of inspiration and tools to help you gain clarity to move forward with positive changes, one step at a time, to start your journey with quitting sugar.

The Quit Sugar Summit is a totally online Event that will be held from January 11-17, 2021, and it’s FREE! You won’t want to miss it!To Register - go to: http://quitsugarsummit.com?afmc=bn

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Do you have a love / hate relationship with food, and sugar? Do you sometimes feel that food is your friend, and sometimes your enemy? In this Episode, we throw the spotlight on that exact experience with food.

Cathy’s special Guest is Danielle Daem, a sugar freedom and nutrition coach and Co-Host of The Quit Sugar Summit. Cathy and Danielle have a very open conversation about what’s going on behind the love / hate relationship that many people have with food. Danielle outlines her understanding of emotional eating, and how emotional health plays a role in our relationship with food, including 2 particular aspects of emotional health. Then Danielle shares some incredible Tips about how to process emotions in a healthy way… super valuable!

The Quit Sugar Summit is an amazing online Event that will be held from January 11-17, 2021, and it’s a FREE Event! You won’t want to miss it!To Register - go to: http://quitsugarsummit.com?afmc=bn

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Have you ever felt that you are being bossed around or controlled by that delicious white substance called sugar? I know I certainly have! This Episode explores the whole phenomenon of the control that sugar has and why that’s happening for so many people.

Cathy’s special Guest is Danielle Daem, a sugar freedom and nutrition coach and Co-Host of The Quit Sugar Summit. They have a deep conversation about what Danielle sees as the root cause of sugar addiction and dependency. Danielle shares her insights about the inner work that is foundational to kicking sugar, our relationship with food, as well as some other things that make it difficult to kick sugar, and actually keep people stuck in a cycle that repeats over and over.

The Quit Sugar Summit is an amazing Event that will be held at the beginning of January 2021, and it’s a FREE Event! You won’t want to miss it!To Register - go to: http://quitsugarsummit.com?afmc=bn

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Feeling super stressed and wanting stop all the stress-related craziness? This Episode takes a new perspective on stress, and how to literally rise above it!

Stress is something that all of us need, to a certain extent. When it is manageable and keeps you motivated and energized - it is positive and healthy. When it is overpowering, leaves you anxious and starts to cause health issues - it is negative and unhealthy. In this Episode, Cathy outlines 6 ways to keep daily stress positive and healthy and then she takes it one step further. You will discover ways to manage extreme stress, so you can find your calm, which is literally, and vibrationally, above the stress. Finding your calm above the stress can open you up to possibilities that may have been previously hidden by the stress.

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Have you ever wondered how food can almost instantly affect your mood? Well, this week’s Episode explores how that happens… the amazing connection between your gut and your brain, called the gut-brain axis.

You’ll discover exactly what the gut-brain axis is, and how the thinking and feeling centres of the brain are connected to various aspects of the gut. Cathy dives into the details of how certain neurotransmitters and gut microbiota affect the brain and have been shown to impact mental health. You’ll hear how food can affect the gut-brain axis, either positively or negatively. By the end of this Episode, you’ll know how the food you choose to eat can affect your mood, and your thinking.

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How do specific sugars affect your gut health? That is precisely what this Episode, Part 3 of the series, is all about - particularly fructose and lactose.

Cathy starts by throwing light on lactose, including lactose intolerance. Next, you’ll hear what fructose is all about, the 2 main sources, how it is metabolized and the negative effects fructose has on the gut, as well as other parts of the body. Cathy explores the gut-brain axis (GBA), revealing how sugar delivers a surprising negative 1-2 punch to your health. Before the end of the Episode, you’ll understand the incredible connection between your gut and your immune system.

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Your gut microbiome (environment) is home to trillions of micro-organisms.(microbiota). How do you maintain a healthy balance within that microbiome? That’s what this Episode, Part 2 in the series on Sugar and Your Gut, is all about.

Cathy talks about WHY gut health is so important, relating her own personal experience dealing with and recovering from a major gut issue. She clears up the confusion surrounding prebiotics and probiotics, how they are different from each other and how each of them contribute to gut health. You will become aware of the effects that sugar and refined foods have on gut bacteria. Before the end of this Episode, Cathy gives you 4 Tips for healthy gut microbiome. If you feel like your digestion has been out of sorts lately, this series - particularly this Episode - has information you need.

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Gut health is quickly gaining recognition as a KEY component in overall vitality, energy and wellbeing. This Episode is the first one in a new series that will explore various aspects of gut health and how it is affected by sugar. And, of course, it all starts with digestion.

Cathy begins by clarifying exactly what she means when she uses the term ‘sugar’. Then she gives a basic overview of how your body’s digestion works. You’ll hear several different ways that sugar affects the digestive system. You’ll discover how sugar alcohols are different from sugar, and what impact they have on the gut. Cathy also talks about the gut-brain axis, and why it’s considered to be the body’s ‘second brain’.

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Do you feel like you need to break free from the constraints and issues of a serious sugar habit? This Episode is a deep discussion about a proven, successful pathway to gain freedom from sugar.

Cathy talks with Special Guest Michael Collins about The 30 Day Sugar Freedom Challenge. Michael is an Author and a man with incredible experience in healing sugar addiction and substance abuse disorder. He goes into detail about The 30 Day Sugar Freedom Challenge, including an overview, how the Challenge works, how it is different from everything else out there on the market, and what makes it so successful in helping thousands of people gain freedom from sugar. Your health is important, and THIS could absolutely change your life!

If you need freedom from sugar - you owe it to yourself to check out The 30 Day Sugar Freedom Challenge by going to sugaraddiction.com/thesugarswitch. You deserve freedom from sugar! Don't wait! There's no better time to start than NOW!

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For women, hormones can be kind of a crazy thing... up, down, all around - with all sorts of effects! This is Part 2 of the mini-series Sugar and Hormones. In this Episode Cathy explores women’s hormones and how sugar affects those particular hormones.

You will hear about hormones that are key for women’s health and the effects that sugar and artificial sweeteners have, including a surprising chain reaction that sugar causes. Cathy will also cover how sugar affects PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) and menopause symptoms. Before the end of this Episode, Cathy shares a list of 9 Tips to help alleviate hormone balance issues. The information in this Episode could be life changing for any woman, especially those suffering from symptoms of menopause or PCOS.

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Have you ever wondered how sugar affects your body’s hormones? In this Episode, Cathy will examine various important hormones, for both men and women, and the impact sugar has on them.

Cathy starts with an overview of what hormones are and the many functions they have in your body - whether you are male or female. Then she gets into details about some of the organs and systems, the hormones they produce, and how sugar affects them. There are several powerful hormones, including insulin. There is also one important vitamin that affects hormone production. Before the end of this Episode, you will discover 4 KEY Steps that you can take to stabilize hormones in your body. In the next Episode, Part 2 of this mini-series, Cathy will talk about women’s hormones.

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Wanting to make healthy switches in your daily food, but not sure how to get started? Start with the RAINBOW! Let rainbow colours be your guide when shopping for fresh produce.

In this Episode, Cathy explains how plants are amazing sources of nutrients that have an effect on every system in your body, and your health. You’ll hear about the connection between the vibrant rainbow colours of vegetables and fruits and their powerful nutrition - the reason to look for the rainbow. Cathy will tell you all about 4 very common healthy ‘rainbow’ vegetables.

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Did you know that adding more plant based nutrition to your daily diet can help you kick a sugar habit? This Episode, Plant Power, Part 2 is all about why macronutrients from plants are vital for good health, longevity and quitting sugar.

Cathy tells you why each of the 3 main macronutrients are so crucial, the nutrients they contain, and how they support healthy insulin levels which can stop relentless cravings caused by blood sugar imbalance. In her investigation of macronutrients, Cathy looks at 4 specific healthy sources of plant protein that are easy to incorporate into your dietary lifestyle. NOTE: The valuable information in this Episode applies to vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.

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Wondering what the big deal is about plants, plant nutrition and plant based diets? There’s lots of hubbub about it on the internet these days - so Cathy decided to do a new series about it, to help you gain clarity.

In this Episode, Cathy answers the question ‘what’s the big deal with plant foods, particularly vegetables?’. She goes even further by comparing the nutritional power of REAL foods (vegetables) to refined foods. Cathy also reveals one KEY piece of information you need to know about carbs. Then you will hear about 6 specific (and possibly surprising) plant foods that can help you keep your blood sugar balanced and healthy.

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Do you ever feel like you want a ‘magic solution’ for your health issue(s)? It would be so great - wouldn’t it? But, really - is there such a thing as a ‘magic solution’?

Well - there are thousands of health and wellness products on the market these days that are ALL touted to be the perfect answer, the latest and greatest, the newest discovery or the hottest solution for XYZ health issue. But do they really work? Are they actually healthy? And - perhaps the most important question of all - what happens when you stop taking or using the product?

Cathy delves into the whole concept of ‘magic solution’ products to reveal answers to these very questions. By the end of this Episode, you will know what questions to ask when you are looking for a health and wellness product. You’ll be able to determine if a product is a magic solution, and/or if it is right for YOU!

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Having challenges getting some restful shut-eye? Not as energized as you want to be first thing in the morning? In this Episode, Cathy takes a different look at sleep, focusing on some factors that you might not have considered: sugar and inflammation.

Cathy examines both sugar and inflammation, how they are connected and how each of them affect your ability to get the good, restful sleep you need to stay healthy and energetic. You will discover a rarely talked about factor that is connected to sugar, sleep and inflammation. This Episode is LOADED with VALUE to help you get your best sleep, including 5 Tips for balanced blood sugar and healthy sleep, and the 5 BEST and the 3 WORST foods for sleep.

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'What do you mean - fructose isn’t healthy?! It’s the sugar that’s in fruit - so it MUST be healthy!' That’s the most common question and the confusion about fructose. The answer isn’t so simple…

In this Episode, Cathy will clear up the confusion by taking a close look at fructose (as opposed to glucose), how your body metabolizes fructose, and why one source of fructose is considered to be healthy, while another source of fructose is not healthy. Along the way, you’ll discover 2 KEY principles about the effects of ALL sugar, and how fructose affects your brain and other systems in your body. This Episode might lead you to some ‘A-ha!’ moments!

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Is your sweet sugar habit interfering with your brain power?? It’s a compelling question, which is the subject of this Episode and a Research Project.

Scarlett, an Australian Student in Year 11, reached out to Cathy for some help with her Project. She wanted to Interview Cathy, but due to time zone differences, an Interview was not possible. However, Scarlett gave Cathy permission to use her interview questions for this Episode, thereby giving Podcast listeners the benefits of her valuable Research Project! Thank you, Scarlett!

Cathy answers all of her questions, which include the effects of sugar on the body and the brain, why sugar can affect a person’s cognitive function, the various types of sugar and each of their effects, and what other food or drinks (substances) can have a similar effect. Kudos to Scarlett for choosing such an important High School Research Project!

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Have you ever been caught up in the vicious circle of yo-yo DIETS, where you felt frustrated and confused when, only a short time after each DIET, you ended up right back where you started - or worse?! The weight came back (plus MORE), the diet didn’t help to change unhealthy habits, and your health didn’t improve - right? It’s so disheartening and stressful!

Cathy spent many years in this exact, frustrating vicious circle of yo-yo DIETS! And then she found the solution - the way to break free from that vicious circle! She learned the difference between DIETS and LIFESTYLE, and discovered how to use that knowledge to kick her sugar habit, achieve her body’s ideal weight, create great health and incredible energy! In this Episode Cathy shares, in detail, what the SOLUTION is and why it WORKS to free you from the vicious circle of yo-yo DIETS.

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Do you feel that life without refined sugar would be complete and total deprivation? If your answer is YES! - you’re not alone! In this Episode, Part 3 of Oh NO! Am I REALLY Addicted to Sugar?!, we talk about that very issue.

Cathy and her Guest Michael Collins are back for the final Episode in this particular series. Michael is a person in long term recovery from substance abuse disorder, including sugar addiction. In the conversation, they talk about how physical exercise is used as an advantage to help addiction recovery. Then they go deep into the mindset of self care versus the mindset of deprivation, including two components of self care and a new perspective that can totally change the game for you! The nuggets of information that Michael shares are pure GOLD!

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How can I tell if I am truly addicted to sugar? If I am - then what? Those are questions this Episode will answer. This is Part 2, of a 3 Part series, that gives you amazing insight into sugar, and sugar addiction.

Cathy is back with Guest Michael Collins, who has been in long term recovery from substance abuse disorder, including sugar addiction. The conversation starts with fructose (including fresh fruit) and the effect it has. You will discover the reason, which is related to sugar addiction, why so many people that lose huge amounts of weight put it all back on again over a short period of time. Michael also outlines the various stages that sugar addicts go through, which can help you recognize whether or not you are addicted to sugar. Then he talks about the two main ways to stop sugar addiction, including what happens. For anyone who wants to kick sugar - this is incredibly valuable information!

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Been feeling extra stress lately and needing ‘comfort foods’? Does it leave you concerned that you might actually be a sugar addict? Well… you’re not alone! It’s an important question that many people are asking themselves during this particularly stressful time in the world’s history.

This is the start of a new series of Episodes where Cathy and her Special Guest, Michael Collins, go into a deep conversation about sugar addiction. Michael himself is a person in long term recovery from substance use disorder, and he works with others in recovery from sugar and other substances. Sugar addiction is real! Cathy and Michael discuss what sugar addiction is, including the latest findings of brain scientists and why sugar is so addictive for you. You’ll discover one element of sugar that produces a negative double whammy in your body. This is an Episode series not to miss!

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Balanced fats?? Why would that be important? In this Episode, Part 3 of the series Make Sense of Fats, Cathy will explain why it is more than important - it is KEY!

There is one BIG issue that can result from an imbalance of fats in your diet: inflammation. Inflammation is considered to be the underlying cause of many serious health issues. Cathy will explain 3 main factors that contribute to inflammation, which can all be controlled with the foods you eat (specifically the fats in those foods). Balance is the KEY! You will also discover the solution to creating balance. If you suffer from joint pain or other inflammation - this is super valuable for YOU!

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Which dietary fats are harmful and why? That’s exactly what this Episode, Part 2 of the Make Sense of Fats series, will cover!

Cathy removes the confusion about 3 different types of fats, and WHY they are considered to be harmful for health. You will discover the true meaning of the phrase ‘Zero Trans Fats’, which is often touted on refined food product labels. You will also learn some tips you can use when shopping for a healthy cooking oil, and why ‘low fat’ / ‘no fat’ foods are generally not healthy for you.

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Feeling confused and frustrated when trying to choose healthy dietary fats? You’re certainly not alone! I hear you! And that’s exactly what this new series of Episodes is all about - helping you make sense of fats!

In this Episode, Part 1 - Good Fats, you’ll discover why you need healthy fats in your daily diet, and how much. Cathy explores good fats, fatty acids, and essential fatty acids. Then you will learn what makes PUFAs (polyunsaturated fatty acids), MUFAs (monounsaturated fatty acids) and MCTs (medium chain triglycerides) different from each other AND the benefits of each. If you’ve been exasperated about fats - this series of Episodes is for YOU!

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Can food (and sugar) REALLY cause joint pain? If so - HOW? These are the exact same questions that Cathy was asking not so long ago, when she had debilitating joint pain. The notion that food or sugar could be the culprit for her joint pain made no sense to her then.

Since then, she has learned and experienced a great deal about how powerful food is - both negatively and positively! In this Episode, Cathy shares with you 7 different ways that food, sugar and refined foods can actually cause joint pain. She encourages you to stand in your POWER, use this knowledge and take small steps to change your situation. And she has a special GIFT to help you!

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Have you ever felt like you’ve been hijacked by life’s events, and it somehow threw you into a sugar trap? If so, you’re certainly not alone! It happens all to easily!

But how does this type of hijacking happen? And what can you do about it? That’s exactly what Cathy shares with you in this Episode. Cathy talks about positive mindset, awareness of what hijacks YOU as an individual and how to free yourself from GUILT! Then she gives you 2 specific and uncommon tools that you can use to STOP future issues from hijacking you and move forward positively.

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How can the vibration and energy of light possibly reduce stress? You’ll find the answer to that question and more in this Episode, Part 5 of the Stress and Vibrational Energy series.

Cathy and her Special Guest, Valerie Jackson, have an in-depth discussion about the effect of light, including three particular colours or frequencies of light. Valerie shares how they work and what makes them effective at reducing stress and giving the body energy to heal from stress related damage. You will be amazed by the many benefits of using lights to manage stress, and bring balance to your overall health.

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There is a simple, creative and enjoyable way to reduce stress almost instantly! You’ll discover all the details in this Episode, Stress and Vibrational Energy, Part 4 - Dynamic Sounds.

Cathy and her Special Guest Sharon Carne take an in-depth look at the two principles that govern everything we do with sound. Sharon explains how you can use these principles to create your own customized playlists of dynamic sounds and music so you can reduce stress, work more productively, or energize your brain. Sharon gives you some incredible resources where you can find the right dynamic sounds that will work for you. The information in this Episode is absolutely invaluable!

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What is a Sound Bath? Do you get wet? You’ll discover the answers to these questions and more in Stress and Vibrational Energy, Part 3 – Sound Bath.

Cathy talks with Special Guest Roseanne de Beaudrap about the concept of sound baths, and the vibration of crystal alchemy singing bowls, in particular. Roseanne shares how sound baths are a great way to reduce stress. The vibrational healing power of the sound works to relax the mind and the body, and remove blockages in the body’s energy centers, also known as Chakras. This can also facilitate the body to heal on many levels – including physically, mentally and emotionally.

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Is there such as thing as a simple, easy and instant way to REDUCE STRESS? Absolutely! Welcome to Stress and Vibrational Energy – Part 2. Cathy and her Special Guest Brenda-le Graff talk about the amazing stress reducing effects of Singing. Brenda-le shares how singing is beneficial for overall health, particularly for stress release and lowering cortisol levels. You’ll hear how the vibration of actively singing affects the body’s organs, and positively impacts the immune system. Brenda-le shares an incredibly simple way that listeners can bring down their stress almost instantly when they are feeling upset or tense. Anyone and everyone can do this by simply using their natural voice!

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Can the power of sound be harnessed to help reduce stress? It is an important question because stress negatively affects almost every part of your body. This is Part 1 of a new series of Episodes focusing specifically on how various forms of vibrational energy can diminish stress.

In this Episode Cathy has an incredible conversation with Special Guest Sharon Carne, who is the founder of the Sound Wellness Institute. Sharon describes how sound is ‘food’ for the nervous system, and how your body has healthy, natural sounds already programmed in. She takes you through some simple ways you can use those natural sounds to turn down the dial on your stress level and benefit your health. These are indispensable tools you can use anytime, anywhere!

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How does the energy of light affect your health? This is Part 4 of the Vibrational Energy series, where we will talk about how light energy, specifically polychromatic light, gives your body energy for optimal health.

Cathy and her Special Guest Valerie Jackson have a very interesting discussion about the vibrational energy of photobiomodulation (polychromatic lights). Valerie, one of the most knowledgeable light therapy practitioners in Canada, shares how various light colors and frequencies affect the different organs and systems in the body. Light energy has been scientifically proven to stimulate a particular molecule in the body that promotes healing, and reduces inflammation and neuropathy. Light is an incredible source of healing energy for the body!

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What impact do your thoughts and your intentions have on your vibrational energy, and your health? That’s exactly what will be discussed here in Part 3 of the Vibrational Energy series of Episodes.

Cathy and her Special Guest Dawn James have an insightful discussion about how thought and intention affect your vibration, and ultimately, your health. Dawn is a Conscious Living Teacher who talks about the importance of being aware of your thoughts, and ways to reduce fear and anxiety - to move from fear to hope. This intriguing conversation is full of nuggets of wisdom, including what Dawn sees as the key to life, and the magic place to be to raise your vibration. At the end, Dawn has a gift for you!

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It is absolutely possible to change the vibration of your energy – but HOW? Welcome to this milestone Episode! It is #100!! This is Part 2 in the Vibrational Energy Series, where Cathy explores aspects of raising your own vibrational energy.

You will hear about the invisible energy exchange that is constant, and all about the energy of your thoughts and your health. You will also discover some key points to keep in mind about your vibrational energy and reframing negative thoughts. Cathy discusses being in ‘conscious choice mode’ versus being in ‘auto-pilot mode’, and gives you a list of some high vibrational choices. The biggest take-away from this Episode is 8 Tips to raise your vibrational energy.

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Does the vibrational energy of food affect your health? Many aspects of ‘Vibrational Energy’ will be investigated in this new series, starting with Part 1 – Food.

The concept of vibrational energy and its connection to human health is not new. Modern science is now able to prove the truth of these beliefs that date back to Ancient Greece. You’ll become aware of the factors that influence your own vibrational energy, as well as the factors that determine the energy of the food you consume. You might be surprised to find out how you can raise or lower your vibrational frequency and change your health, by changing your food.

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Is your healthy food REAL Food? Or does it just look like food? You’ll be able to answer that question for yourself after you hear this Episode ‘REAL Food Equals REAL Health!’.

This is an in-depth look at the difference between REAL food and food we think is real, when it is actually FAKE food. You’ll discover why REAL food is the best choice, including what real food does for you. Then you’ll hear why FAKE food is not the best choice, including what fake food does to you. Cathy shares a different perspective about food, including the importance of food’s vibrational energy and the hidden price of fake foods. Listen right to the end to receive a special gift.

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Short on sleep or exercise? Will that impact your ability to fight off viruses? Find the answer to these questions and more in today’s Episode – Your Immune System, Part 6 – Other Factors.

The 2 other factors that Cathy investigates are sleep and exercise. You’ll hear how sleep affects your immune system PLUS you’ll get 5 Tips on how to develop good sleep habits. Then Cathy explores exercise, including the effect exercise has on your immune system, the connection between exercise and stress, and how you can get exercise easily - even with the current physical distancing measures that are in place. Cathy will also tell you which other Episodes of The Sugar Switch® Podcast are related, so you can get even more valuable information.

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Stressed? Wondering how that affects your body’s ability to fight off viruses? That very topic is what this Episode, Part 5 of the series Your Immune System, is all about.

You’ll find out why some stress is necessary, and how chronic stress can undermine your immune system – both directly and indirectly. Cathy’s investigation doesn’t stop there. She delves into how the immune system is affected by fear and mindset. Then she gives you a list of stress solutions, including 4 particular nutrients that can help your body deal with stress. This valuable information can help you protect your immune system and stay healthy!

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Meet your personal ‘Unsung Hero!’…your immune system. This is Part 4 of the series Your Immune System.

You will get a snapshot view of your silent hero, an amazing, irreplaceable system that works 24/7, even when you are not aware of it! You’ll hear about the components of this extraordinary system and how it protects you. You will discover the difference between bacteria and viruses, and how inflammation, free radicals and antioxidants have an effect on your immune system. Your health is the most valuable asset you own – period! And having a strong immune system is the BEST way to protect your health!

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Can food knock down your immune system and put your health in jeopardy? That very question will be answered in this Episode, Your Immune System, Part 3 – WORST Foods.

Cathy says it like it is… about the one thing that you have absolute control over in your life, which makes YOU the Boss! You will hear about beverages versus solid food. And Cathy gives you the straight goods about 9 different foods that wreak havoc on your immune system, including the effects each one has. Considering the current COVID-19 virus pandemic (March 2020), this is invaluable and timely information to help you stay strong. We encourage you to also listen to TSSP093 Your Immune System, Part 2 – BEST Foods!

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Harness the power of food! In this Episode, Your Immune System Part 2 – you will find out which foods are the BEST choices to keep you healthy.

Cathy starts with the power of virtual (online) social connection amid the current COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, then she quickly dives into valuable insight about 9 nutrients that enhance your immune system. Cathy shines a spotlight on the 12 BEST foods for vigorous health, including why each of those foods is so powerful - so you can keep your immune system stoked.

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Nervous about your health being kicked hard by a virus? In this new series of Episodes we will explore your immune system and what you can do to keep it as strong as possible. This is Part 1 – Boost Immunity.

Cathy investigates 8 different factors that have a strong impact on your immune system – including some things you may not have considered. You’ll discover which 6 nutrients and herbs can help strengthen your immune system and enhance your health. And there are 5 amazing ways that exercise gives your immune system a boost – to keep you healthy and able to fight off bacteria and viruses!

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Do some natural sweeteners have health value? Yes – absolutely! In this Episode, Part 7 of the Done With Sugar series – you’ll learn which natural sweeteners actually have benefits.

Cathy will define ‘natural’ sweeteners, tell you why the marketing is confusing, and tell you about the caveat that applies to ALL sweeteners, even natural ones. Then she will go deep into exactly what 6 different natural sweeteners are all about, including date sugar, blackstrap molasses and whole fruit. You might be surprised to find out which of the 6 sweeteners is the BEST one. You will also learn how YOU can be done with refined sugar – permanently – in just 3 Steps!

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Not sure which sweeteners could actually cause you harm? This Episode, Done With Sugar Part 6 – has the answers you’re looking for!

In this Episode, Cathy highlights 3 artificial (chemical) sweeteners and 2 natural sweeteners that are harmful – including details about what they are, how they compare to ordinary sugar, and why they could be harmful to your health. You might find some of the information surprising! Cathy also gives you 3 important steps that will help you to be successful at switching OUT of sugar – permanently!

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What are sugar alcohols?? Are they sugar or are they alcohol? They are neither. Sugar alcohols are a group of alternative sweeteners that will be explored in this Episode – Part 5 of the Done With Sugar series.

Cathy goes into detail about what sugar alcohols are, how your body metabolizes them, the pros (health benefits) and cons (negative impacts) of using these sweeteners, and how to know if the food products you buy contain sugar alcohols. Before the end of this Episode, you will know which 4 sugar alcohols are the most common ones, including which one diabetics should avoid.

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Have you ever heard of monk fruit? It is a relatively new addition to the list of alternative sweeteners. This Episode, Part 4 of the Done With Sugar series, takes a serious look at what monk fruit is all about.

In this informative Episode, Cathy pulls back the curtain on monk fruit revealing details like whether it is considered safe, if it has negative side effects, how the body metabolizes it, what nutrients it contains and how it is marketed. You will also hear about a surprising number of health benefits of pure monk fruit. And there are 3 important points to consider beyond the sweetener, when you are in the process of being done with sugar permanently.

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Ever tried the sweetener Yacon Syrup? It seems to be gaining popularity as a healthy, natural replacement for refined sugar. This Episode, Part 3 of the Done With Sugar series – takes an in depth look at yacon and yacon syrup.

In this Episode, Cathy gets into details about how yacon syrup is made, the nutrients it contains and what the health benefits are. You will discover some very surprising facts about yacon syrup, particularly the ONE specific nutrient that is responsible for most of the health benefits. Cathy will answer common questions about yacon syrup, and she will highlight 3 important reasons why being ‘done with sugar’ is not JUST about finding a new sweetener to replace sugar.

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If you are done with sugar – you might be curious about using stevia in its place. This is Part 2 of the Done With Sugar series of Episodes and it focuses on all aspects of stevia.

Find out why there is so much controversy over this plant based sweetener, and whether or not it actually has health benefits. You will learn what forms of stevia are available in the marketplace, how they differ from each other, and their sweetness compared to table sugar. Before the end of this Episode, you’ll discover why it is important to go beyond the sweetness of sugar alternatives.

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Are you 'done with sugar’ or seriously thinking of kicking sugar? This new series of Episodes will explore how you can navigate being done with sugar – from ‘now what do I do?’ to various sweet options open to you.

In today’s Episode Cathy will talk about the next steps you can take – whether you are already done with sugar, or you’re not quite at that point. You’ll hear some motivating health reasons to kick sugar or maintain freedom from refined sugar and refined foods, and how to avoid sugar that is not obvious. Before the end of this Episode, Cathy will give you 2 valuable tools that will help you on your health journey, particularly if your goal is to be done with sugar - for good!

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Giving up sugar and feeling deprived? You’re not alone! But is it really deprivation, or is it good self-care? That’s one of the questions that will be explored.

This Episode takes a close look at self-care and deprivation, particularly how each of them relate to giving up sugar. The whole concept of giving up sugar will be discussed here – including two particular types of sugar, and why your body actually NEEDS a specific sugar in order to be healthy. Cathy will answer the question ‘Is it even possible to completely give up or STOP consuming sugar?’ – a question she has been asked many times. If giving up sugar has been on your mind – you’ll definitely want to hear this Episode!

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Yes! There are simple ways to switch ON control of stress and sugar! This is Part 3, the final Episode of this particular series – all about how to switch ON control, so you can make healthier lifestyle choices.

Cathy, and Special Guest Wendy Padob, take you through a process to regain control over your stress-sugar habits, starting with stressors and triggers. Self awareness and using one particular mindfulness technique they give you – can be a real game changer when it comes to being in control of stress and sugar and making better choices. Wendy also gives you 7 daily habits that can help you switch ON control and live with ease, balance, joy, and good health.

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There are warning signs when it comes to too much stress or too much sugar! This is Part 2 of the 3 Part Stress-Sugar Connection series of Episodes.

Cathy and Special Guest Wendy Padob, a Health Coach, Nutritionist and Stress Management Coach, dive into the details of the warning signs that show up in three areas of health. Their discussion also includes the ‘domino effect’ that can happen when warning signs are ignored, and how habits, if unnoticed, can spiral out of control and switch ON health issues. You’ll want to listen right to the end for a valuable gift that Cathy and Wendy have for you. It is a vital tool to help you start making small, sustainable changes in your stress and sugar levels, once you have identified your particular warning signs.

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Science has absolutely proven a physical connection between stress, sugar cravings and sugar consumption! This week’s Episode is Part 1 of a 3 Part series all about The Stress-Sugar Connection.

In Part 1 – The Science, Cathy interviews Special Guest Wendy Padob, a Health Coach, Nutritionist and Stress Management Coach. Wendy shares her extensive knowledge with us, including the proven biological chain reaction that takes place keeping you craving sugar, the short term and long term effects it causes, the stress-sugar imbalance, why stress and sugar cravings can lead to addiction, and how you can retrain your stress reactions and cravings for sugar. This is an Episode you won’t want to miss!

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This is Part 2 of a mini-series that is focused on giving you the KEY to having unstoppable energy.

This Episode zeros in on stress and how exercise is the key to reduce stress, which ultimately increases your energy level. Cathy shares 8 other ways that exercise increases your energy, and she gives you a very EASY two step plan to implement this part of Your KEY to Unstoppable Energy.

Coming up next on The Sugar Switch® Podcast: Cathy will have a Special Guest in a NEW Episode series about The Stress-Sugar Connection. It is sure to be a great series – you won’t want to miss it! Be sure to tune in next week for The Stress-Sugar Connection, Part 1 – The Science.

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Feeling exhausted, and wondering how you can have more energy? You’re not alone! This is Part 1 of a mini-series that will give you the KEY to having unstoppable energy!

This Episode starts with the core of your physical body, your cells, where all the energy starts. While many factors affect your cellular health, the biggest factor you have control over is food. Cathy gives a brief explanation of the concept of Primary and Secondary Food, then zeroes in on 5 particular foods for unstoppable energy. You’ll discover the nutritional qualities and benefits of each of these foods and WHY each of them can give you unstoppable energy.

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Yes, it is possible to celebrate throughout the year and totally avoid feeling sick and sluggish from harmful sugar and refined foods!

Celebrations and sugary or refined foods seem to go hand in hand, and it’s not always healthy for you. There are ways you can celebrate throughout the year, and stay energetic and healthy at the same time. Cathy starts with why it is important to care about the impact of celebratory foods. Then she reveals the KEY to staying energetic, and the ‘natural sugar caveat’. After comparing natural sugars to refined sugar, Cathy tells you about the 5 BEST natural sweets, including the nutrition of each one. Cathy gives you a short list of related Episodes of The Sugar Switch® Podcast, which you might want to hear.

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Antioxidants keep you healthy by fighting free radicals in your body, yet which source of antioxidants is best – food or supplements? That question will be answered.

This Episode is a follow-up to TSSP076 Sugar, Free Radicals and the FOOD Solution. Cathy starts with more information about antioxidants, including the confusion surrounding them. Then she discusses the history and hype of antioxidant research, antioxidant marketing and the ORAC Scale. There are three important differences between antioxidants in food and antioxidants in supplement form. You will learn which antioxidant source is best, and why the other antioxidant source could interfere with your health.

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Did you know that sugar is linked to free radicals that damage your cells, and certain FOOD is like an antidote? It’s true!

In this Episode – Cathy gives you an overview of what free radicals are, how sugar and refined foods are related to free radicals, and what free radicals do inside your body. You’ll also discover what causes free radicals and 7 steps you can take to reduce free radicals. Amazingly enough, one of the easiest solutions to the whole free radicals issue is to eat the right foods, instead of the wrong foods! Cathy will tell you what the right foods are. Knowing this information could reduce your risk for serious health issues!

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Is your microwave impacting your health? A microwave oven is so convenient that most people can’t see themselves living without one. But could it be negatively affecting your health?

In this Episode, Cathy looks at the microwave oven, then looks past it. She dives into the effects of the microwaves themselves, which are a form of electromagnetic energy. She discusses what microwaves are, and the effects of exposure to microwaves. Cathy also talks about the convenience factor, explains how microwaves cook the food, the health issues associated with microwaved food, and two specific reasons why conventional alternative methods of cooking are healthier.

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Short on time and want healthy meals, real quick? This Episode has 5 Steps you can start to use immediately to accomplish this.

Cathy starts by getting clear on what she means by ‘real food, real quick’, and then clarifies exactly what she is not referring to. It’s all about the food – which can either heal you or harm you. In that light, Cathy lists 7 important reasons why being your own cook most of the time is the best way to maintain energy and vibrant health. Then Cathy gives you 5 Steps to Cook Real Food, Real Quick! In this Episode, Cathy is sharing exactly what she does every day to stay healthy, and super energetic!

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What is Intermittent Fasting and is it truly healthy? In this Episode, the ancient concept of ‘fasting’ is viewed with a modern lens and many important points are looked at.

Cathy goes deep into what intermittent fasting is, 4 common methods of intermittent fasting, how it works, and both the good points and the bad points. She also gives you a ‘switched up’ perspective on counting calories versus nutrition, as it pertains to weight loss and intermittent fasting. Of course, the important question of whether or not intermittent fasting is healthy will be explored, along with 8 possible health benefits.

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