From the First Bite A Complete Guide to Recovery from Food Addiction

Now There's a Way to Stop Letting Food Control You Are you wracked with guilt after eating an entire bag of chips? Do you cringe when you look at yourself in the mirror despite your attempts to diet? Do you feel fat and bloated after a night of binge eating? If you've lost control over your eating, stop beating yourself up. There is a physiological reason for your behavior, and eating disorder expert Kay Sheppard will help you stop it. Since beginning her own recovery from food addiction in 1977, Sheppard has helped thousands of people live happy and healthy lives by following her comprehensive recovery program. In this groundbreaking book, she explains: how to eliminate cravings for sugar, carbohydrates, caffeine and personal trigger foods by using her Recovery Food Plan; how to recognize the dangers in so-called "health" foods; how to overcome emotional barriers to recovery; how to find recovery buddies and avoid recovery bullies; how to recognize the warning signs of relapse; and how to incorporate the Twelve Steps in your life to stay motivated and achieve success. Sheppard has helped countless people free themselves from the roller-coaster ride of food addiction-let her help you or anyone you know who has a problem with food. Inside You'll Find: * Craving-curbing recipes including blueberry muffins, chili and creamy potato salad * A handy shopping guide for stocking a "clean" kitchen * Tips for restaurant dining, business trips and holiday parties * A daily checklist to track your progress * Special recovery plans for kids, exercise addicts, and pregnant women And much more!Sheppard, Kay is the author of 'From the First Bite A Complete Guide to Recovery from Food Addiction' with ISBN 9781558747548 and ISBN 1558747540.