Ep 29: Addictions and Amino Acid Therapy: The work of Julia Ross and her book The Diet Cure

 As author Julia Ross says, “If you’ve struggled with weight loss its not will power you lack, it’s certain brain chemistry.” 
I've only just discovered this fascinating work that goes back to the 70's! Why don't we know more about how amino acid supplements can (and are) helping people with various types of addictions?!  
From alcohol, to hard drugs, and eating disorders it seems some mental health and nutritional-therapy professionals are helping people resolve these problems - for good! 
Even though it's a new discovery for me, I had to share what I've gathered so far. And here are some resources mentioned in this episode: 

Julia Ross Questionnaires: 

Cravings:  https://www.juliarosscures.com/craving-type-questionnaire/

Mood: https://www.juliarosscures.com/mood-type-questionnaire/

AMINO ACID SUPPLEMENTS (NOTE: always educate yourself on any potential contraindications before starting a new supplement regimen) 

L-Tryptophan: https://ngvitamins.com/products/l-tryptophan-500-mg?_pos=1&_sid=0c430f60d&_ss=r

L-Glutamine: https://ngvitamins.com/products/l-glutamine-500-mg-100-vegetable-capsules?_pos=2&_sid=e50b49586&_ss=r

DLPA: https://ngvitamins.com/products/dlpa-500-mg-60-vegetable-capsules?_pos=2&_sid=12167572d&_ss=r

GABA: https://ngvitamins.com/products/pharma-gaba®-250-mg?_pos=1&_sid=11edd644b&_ss=r

L-Theanine: https://ngvitamins.com/products/l-theanine-200-mg?_pos=1&_sid=7b1e0edb5&_ss=r

L-Tyrosine: https://ngvitamins.com/products/l-tyrosine-500-mg-90-capsules?_pos=1&_sid=0b1d3fe16&_ss=r

 
BOOKS: 

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, book: https://amzn.to/3WnKyBF 

The Diet Cure: The 8-Step Program to Rebalance Your Body Chemistry and End Food Cravings, Weight Gain, and Mood Swings—Naturally, book:  https://amzn.to/3ya7p9C

Food Junkies Podcast (with Julia Ross) that I mentioned (Part 1):
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0EYKQecDdvRy4EVeiSC3rk?si=t1HvRvbuRyOLMjz1qTyZKw

Need a coach in this therapy? Check out: https://aminoacidtherapy.com/  

NOTE: This information contained is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or health condition. Please consult a qualified health professional if you do have a medical condition. The information on this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests.