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Unravel with Elaine Clark
Unravel, hosted by Elaine Clark, explores the intersection of mental health and physical health. Through expert interviews and insightful conversations, we uncover science-backed tools and practices for well-being and personal growth.
Whether you’re seeking to cultivate resilience, challenge misconceptions, or reconnect with your innate wisdom, Unravel offers the insights and guidance to support your journey.
Science meets embodiment. Let’s explore what it means to unravel the layers—together.
Unravel with Elaine Clark
18- The Sugar–Mood Connection with Julie Daniluk
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What if your mood swings, anxiety, or fatigue weren’t just emotional—but biochemical?
In this episode, award-winning nutritionist, bestselling author, and TV personality Julie Daniluk joins me to explore the deep connection between sugar, mental health, and emotional regulation. Together, we unravel how chronic sugar spikes affect mood, inflammation, and the brain–gut axis, and why emotional eating so often masks deeper needs for safety and soothing.
Julie shares her personal journey from eating disorders and digestive illness to radiant health, along with evidence-based insights on:
- The biochemical link between sugar, dopamine, and anxiety
- How intermittent fasting and balanced blood sugar can stabilize mood
- The role of advanced glycation end products (AGEs) in aging and inflammation
- Simple swaps and sugar alternatives that support brain and gut health
- Practical ways to replace sugar with real pleasure and nourishment
Whether you’re navigating sugar cravings, burnout, or emotional eating, this conversation reminds us how nutrition can be a powerful gateway to emotional balance and embodied healing.
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