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Podcast: The Dr. Hyman Show
Episode: Office Hours: Breaking Free from Food Addiction
Description: For years, we’ve been told that overeating is a problem of willpower, and if we just tried harder, we’d eat less and feel better. But the science tells a very different story. In today’s Office Hours, I reframe the conversation around cravings and overeating—replacing shame and self-blame with science, clarity, and practical solutions.
In this episode I share:
• Why food addiction is driven by brain chemistry, not lack of discipline
• How ultra-processed foods are designed to override satiety and keep you craving more
• What the “bliss point” is and how Big Food engineers addictive foods on purpose
• The l...