craving
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drekbergAug 1, 2025What If You Stop Eating Sugar & Use Agave Instead for 30 Days: The Hidden Metabolic Trap of Fructose
HealthGlycemic Index (GI)Fructose metabolismGlucose metabolismInsulin resistance
hubermanlabJun 26, 2025Understanding Addiction: Dopamine, Pleasure-Pain Balance, and the Path to Recovery with Dr. Anna Lembke
PsychologyDopamineNeurotransmitterReward pathwayTonic baseline dopamine release
DocSnipesJun 17, 2025Environmental Strategies to Thrive with Chronic Illness and Addiction
HealthChronic illnessAddictionSystemic inflammationStress response- hubermanlabJan 30, 2025
The Neuroscience of Motivation, Drive, Pleasure, and Pain: Leveraging Dopamine and Serotonin Systems
NeuroscienceMotivationDopamineMesolimbic reward pathwayVentral Tegmental Area (VTA) 
HealthyGamerGGJan 7, 2025Overcoming Procrastination: Leveraging Working Memory and Motivational Interviewing to Act Without Willpower
PsychologyProcrastinationWillpowerWorking MemoryPsychological Resistance- HealthyGamerGGDec 14, 2024
Anhedonia: Understanding and Overcoming the Inability to Experience Pleasure and Motivation
PsychologyAnhedoniaDopamine circuitryNucleus AccumbensHedonics (pleasure) - HealthyGamerGGNov 22, 2024
The Neurobiology of Pornography Addiction: A Roadmap to Quitting
PsychologyPornography addictionNeurobiology of addictionThalamic inputSensory input - drekbergAug 30, 2024
The Profound Impact of Quitting Sugar for 30 Days: A Comprehensive Guide to Metabolic Health and Disease Prevention
Healthinsulin resistancecravingsinflammationobesity - HealthyGamerGGJun 18, 2024
The Neuroscience of Enlightenment: Cultivating Permanent Happiness Through Brain Mechanisms
PsychologyMokaLiberationEnlightenmentPermanent happiness - drekbergApr 26, 2024
Intermittent Fasting Mistakes That Make You Gain Weight and How to Avoid Them
HealthIntermittent fasting (IF)Overeating after fastDeprivation mindsetLow-quality processed foods - HealthyGamerGGApr 13, 2024
The Paradox of Resisting Pornography Cravings: Why Fighting Addiction Can Make It Worse
PsychologyPornography addictionCraving resistance paradoxNeuroscience of addictionPhysiological withdrawal - DocSnipesFeb 23, 2024
Increasing Motivation in All PIECES of Addiction Recovery: A Holistic Approach
PsychologyMotivation (desire for action)Expectation of reward/survivalEnergy for motivationBehavior-specific motivation - DocSnipesFeb 15, 2024
Understanding Addiction: Prevalence, Brain Changes, Diagnostic Criteria, and Recovery Challenges
PsychologyAddiction (as a primary, chronic disease)Substance Use Disorder (SUD)IntoxicationWithdrawal - DocSnipesJan 11, 2024
The Neuroscience of Porn Addiction: From Anticipation to Dysregulation and Recovery
NeuroscienceFour Component Theory of ArousalCognitive AppraisalEmotional AppraisalAutonomic/Physical Response - drekbergDec 29, 2023
Top 10 Things You Must NEVER Do To Lose BELLY FAT: A Comprehensive Guide to Metabolic & Hormonal Health
HealthSubcutaneous fatVisceral fatInsulinCortisol - DocSnipesNov 29, 2023
Understanding Triggers and Cravings: Identifying, Coping, and Preventing Impulsive Behaviors
PsychologyTriggersCravingsImpulsive behaviorsRelapse prevention - drekbergSep 29, 2023
The Top 10 Foods That Destroy Your Brain: Mechanisms of Damage and Dietary Strategies for Neuroprotection
HealthDirect toxicityGut-brain axisInsulin resistanceExcitotoxin - DocSnipesAug 24, 2023
Unveiling the Havening Technique: A Psychosensory Approach to Anxiety and Trauma Relief
PsychologyHavening TechniquePsychosensory TherapyEmotional Freedom Technique (EFT)EMDR - hubermanlabJul 10, 2023
How Your Brain's Reward Circuits Drive Choices, Plasticity, and Addiction with Dr. Robert Malenka
NeuroscienceNeuroplasticityReward circuitryDopamineNeuromodulators - HealthyGamerGGJun 24, 2023
The Real Reason Your Bad Habits Keep Winning: How Monks Break Habits Through Awareness, Not Willpower
PsychologyWillpowerHabit formationDopamine circuitCannabinoid circuit - HealthyGamerGGApr 23, 2023
The Real Reason You Never Follow Through (And How to Fix It)
Self-DevelopmentWillpowerDisciplineCuriosity (of the mind)Tolerance (to stimuli) - drekbergJan 6, 2023
Personalized Nutrition & Metabolic Health: An Olympian Doctor's Flexible Low-Carb Approach
HealthInsulin SensitivityCarbohydrate ToleranceHOMA-IR (Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance)Intermittent Fasting - drekbergDec 30, 2022
Beyond Calories: Mastering Metabolic Health and Sustainable Weight Loss Through Blood Sugar and Insulin Regulation
HealthCalorie deficitMetabolic adaptationWeight loss plateauSet point theory (weight) - DocSnipesOct 23, 2022
Enhancing Self-Efficacy for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Through Practice and Skill Development
PsychologySelf-efficacyRehearsal and Mastery experiencesRefusal skillsAssertive communication - DocSnipesOct 23, 2022
Enhancing Self-Efficacy for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
Self-DevelopmentSelf-efficacyAddiction recoveryMental health recoveryCravings and urges management - DocSnipesOct 22, 2022
Setting Measurable SMART Goals for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery: Frequency, Duration, and Intensity
PsychologySMART GoalsMeasurable GoalsGoal SettingFrequency (measurement dimension) - DocSnipesOct 3, 2022
Enhancing Environmental Motivation for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyEnvironmental motivationCognitive motivationBehavioral therapyEnvironmental stimuli - DocSnipesSep 1, 2022
7 Tips to Stop Emotional Eating: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Self-Help Tools
PsychologyEmotional eatingNon-hunger reasonsCoping mechanismsMindfulness journal - DocSnipesAug 12, 2022
Understanding Pornography Addiction: Definition, Differentiation, and Self-Assessment
PsychologyPornography addictionRecreational useWithdrawal symptomsDopamine flood 
psychacksAug 10, 2022Why Bad Habits Persist: Remembering Versus Repeating and the Amnesia of Vice
PsychologyVices as amnesiaMemory disorderShort-term benefitLong-term expense- HealthyGamerGGJul 22, 2022
The Paradox of Distraction: Managing Anxiety and Technology Use for Emotional Strength
PsychologySafety net coping mechanismDistraction (as coping)Repression of thoughtsGeneralized anxiety disorder (GAD) - DocSnipesJun 19, 2022
The Addictive Process: Defining Addiction, Brain Changes, Conditioning, and Stages of Recovery
HealthAddiction (ASAM 2019 definition)Chronic medical diseaseNeurochemistryLimbic system - DocSnipesJun 16, 2022
Understanding and Coping with Triggers and Cravings for Emotional Well-being and Relapse Prevention
PsychologyTriggersCravingsImpulsive behaviorsRewarding response - drekbergJun 10, 2022
Debunking Bacon Myths: Saturated Fat, Insulin, and Metabolic Health
HealthSaturated fat phobiaCultural beliefCausal link (saturated fat & heart disease)Metabolic syndrome - DocSnipesJun 10, 2022
Cognitive Behavioral Strategies for Mindful Eating and Overcoming Unhealthy Habits
HealthMindful eatingCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Habit eatingDistracted eating - drekbergDec 10, 2021
10 Rules of Intermittent Fasting: Restoring Balance, Health, and Freedom from Food
HealthIntermittent Fasting (IF)Time-Restricted EatingFeeding WindowTrue Hunger - DocSnipesSep 10, 2021
Behavior Modification Tools for Obsessions, Cravings, and Addictive or Compulsive Behaviors
PsychologyBehavior ModificationBaseline DataFrequency, Intensity, Duration (F.I.D.)Vulnerabilities - drekbergJul 2, 2021
The Absolute Best Diet to Lose Belly Fat For Good: Mastering Insulin, Cortisol, and Metabolic Flexibility
HealthYo-yo dietingLifestyle adoptionCalorie is not a calorieHigh blood glucose - HealthyGamerGGJan 14, 2021
From Craving Chaos to Chasing the Dragon: Train's Journey Through College Substance Use and Addiction
PsychologySubstance Use DisorderAddictionDenial (in addiction)Chasing the Dragon (addiction metaphor) - DocSnipesSep 25, 2020
Medication-Assisted Therapies: An Integrated Approach to Addiction Recovery
HealthPharmacotherapyNeurotransmitter ImbalanceEarly Recovery PeriodCravings Reduction - HealthyGamerGGFeb 29, 2020
Finding Authenticity and Processing Grief Amidst the Public Persona of a Streamer
PsychologyAuthentic SelfOnline PersonaExternal ValidationIdentity Formation - drekbergDec 27, 2019
Ultimate Keto Diet Hacks: Navigating Parties & Holidays While Maintaining Ketosis
HealthKetogenic dietKetosisLow-carb pathInsulin resistance - drekbergNov 1, 2019
Navigating Keto Cheat Days: Strategies for Damage Control and Rapid Ketosis Recovery
HealthKeto cheat dayKetosisFat adaptationInsulin resistance - drekbergMay 3, 2019
Keto Diet vs. Intermittent Fasting: Reversing Insulin Resistance for Optimal Health
HealthKetogenic dietIntermittent fastingInsulin resistanceFat adaptation - drekbergDec 10, 2018
The Flawed Logic of Calorie Counting: Understanding Insulin's Role in Sustainable Weight Loss
HealthCalories in, calories out (CICO)Yo-yo dietingDeprivationWillpower - drekbergOct 5, 2018
Optimizing Chocolate Consumption: Minimizing Sugar and Maximizing Satisfaction with High-Percentage Dark Chocolate
HealthSugar addictionCocoa solids percentageServing sizeTaste bud adaptation - drekbergJul 16, 2018
Quick & Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Keto Fat Bomb Recipe
HealthKeto Fat BombsKetogenic DietMacronutrient ProfileHealthy Fats 
DrTraceyMarksJun 13, 2018Sugar Withdrawal: Understanding Behavioral Addiction and Strategies for Reduction
HealthSugar withdrawalOpioid withdrawalEndorphinsNatural opioids- DocSnipesMar 17, 2018
Introduction to Addressing Sex and Pornography Addiction: Understanding Mechanisms and Interventions
PsychologyCompulsive behaviorClinically significant distressDopamine rushNeurotransmitter - DocSnipesMar 9, 2017
Medication Assisted Therapies in Addiction Recovery: A Counselor's Comprehensive Guide
HealthMedication Assisted Therapy (MAT)PharmacotherapyCravings reductionCo-occurring disorders - DocSnipesAug 24, 2016
Understanding and Managing Triggers and Cravings in Mental Health and Addiction Recovery
PsychologyTriggerCravingStimulus GeneralizationReward System - DocSnipesMay 19, 2016
CBT Tools for Recovery: Understanding and Treating Sex and Pornography Addiction
PsychologySex addictionPornography addictionDopamine surgeCravings - DocSnipesMar 7, 2016
Models of Addiction: Moral, Spiritual, Disease, and Genetic Perspectives
PsychologyCo-occurring disordersMoral model of addictionSpiritual model of addictionDisease model of addiction - DocSnipesJun 3, 2014
A Therapist's Guide to Sex and Porn Addiction: Mechanisms, Challenges, and Interventions
PsychologySex addictionDopamine surgePleasure centerCravings - DocSnipesMay 28, 2014
Understanding Sex Addiction: Brain Chemistry, Triggers, and Pathways to Recovery
PsychologySex addictionDopamine surgeCravingsTriggers - DocSnipesOct 23, 2013
Families in Recovery: Understanding Addiction, Stages, and Systemic Support
PsychologyAddiction as a medical disorderHomeostasis (physical response to addiction)Craving and compulsionExhaustion of coping skills - DocSnipesOct 22, 2013
Neurobiological Foundations of Addiction: Triggers, Cravings, and Recovery Pathways for Counselors
PsychologyLimbic systemReward centerDopamine releasePrefrontal cortex (PFC) - drekbergJun 12, 2011
Blood Sugar Regulation: The Roller Coaster of Modern Diets and Its Health Consequences
HealthBlood sugar regulationGlucoseInsulinPancreas
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