When I first started my journey to overcome porn addiction, I thought it was all about willpower, accountability, and prayer. But what I didn’t realize was that what I was putting into my body was fueling my cravings, my anxiety, and even my relapses.
In this episode, I open up about the surprising connection between nutrition and porn addiction recovery—how the foods you eat shape your mood, your energy, your mental clarity, and even your desire. If you’ve ever wondered why cravings hit harder some days than others, or why relapse feels almost impossible to resist after certain meals, this conversation will change the way you look at recovery.
We’ll explore the gut–brain connection, the role of the microbiome in producing dopamine and serotonin, and why blood sugar spikes can send you straight into the arms of porn cravings. I share my personal story of how cutting out processed sugar, dairy, and grains dramatically reduced my urges and stabilized my mental health. And I’ll walk you through practical ways to start building a diet that supports—not sabotages—your recovery.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- Why the body and mind are inseparable in true recovery.
- How the gut microbiome and vagus nerve directly influence cravings, anxiety, and focus.
- The hidden impact of sugar, dairy, and grains on your dopamine system.
- How stabilizing your blood sugar can lower anxiety and porn cravings.
- Why inflammation makes relapse more likely—and how to fight it.
- The simple, step-by-step changes that helped me stay sober from porn for over 10 years.
Brother, this isn’t about restriction or perfection. It’s about giving yourself the strength, clarity, and stability you need to win the battle every day. When you heal your body, you give yourself the best chance to heal your desire—and to build a life of freedom, focus, and purpose.
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