Episode 16: Terri Garcia-Linares Beats Food Addiction

“I was a food addict.”“It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.”After 30+ years of struggling with her weight, identity, and relationship with food, Terri Garcia-Lianares (https://www.uhm.com/loan-officers/terri-garcia-linares/) made a life-changing decision: gastric bypass surgery. But that was just the beginning.In this raw, real, and powerful episode of The PTCH Podcast, Dr. Jason Young, DC, and Dr. Kathy Lynch, DPT, sit down with Terri to unpack what transformation really looks like — physically, emotionally, and mentally.This isn’t a “before and after” story. This is the story of what happens next.🧠 In This Episode:The reality of living with food addictionWhy weight loss surgery isn’t the easy way outMindset shifts that changed everythingBuilding a support system that worksHow Terri maintains her weight and self-worth — even when life throws curveballs💬 Key Soundbites“I was a food addict.”“I didn’t want to do it that way.”“It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.”⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Introduction to Terri's Journey02:03 – The Struggle with Weight and Identity06:00 – Understanding Food Addiction09:20 – The Decision for Surgery12:06 – Post-Surgery Challenges and Mindset18:09 – The Role of Food in Weight Loss20:12 – Maintaining Weight Loss and Routine24:01 – The Importance of Self-Love and Forgiveness30:17 – Tools for Transformation34:10 – Managing Setbacks and Staying on Track37:16 – Inspiring Others on Their Journey