REVIEWS “This book is a must-read for anyone who wants a healthier relationship with food. Our ‘druggified’ food supply makes us all vulnerable to the problem of compulsive overconsumption. This practical guide, informed by the latest science and decades of clinical experience, is a tutorial in self-compassion as much as a science-help approach to overeating. I highly recommend.” —Anna Lembke, MD, New York Times bestselling author of Dopamine Nation “Pretty much every bad thing you’ve heard about what ultra-processed foods (UPFs) can do to you is true. How to defend yourself? That answer—in expert, actionable detail—is found in this book.” —David L. Katz, MD, MPH, past president of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and founder of True Health Initiative “Claire Wilcox has expertly woven together the wisdom of academics and clinicians in the field with her own knowledge to produce an essential guide to the topic of addiction to UPFs. The book is a concise distillation of the current research and treatment options for understanding this complex condition. I will definitely be recommending this book to colleagues and professionals alike.” —Jen Unwin, PsyD, clinical health psychologist, and author of Fork in the Road “If you, your loved ones, or your clients struggle with addictive eating, this book is a must-read. Grounded in science and research, Claire Wilcox synthesizes and summarizes a massive amount of information into a clear, personal, and engaging guide that will show you how to move forward. Addressing the neuroscience, nutrition, and complexities when there are eating disorders present, she leaves no stone unturned.” —Susan Peirce Thompson, PhD, professor of brain and cognitive sciences, and New York Times bestselling author of Bright Line Eating “An insightful and empowering guide to breaking free from food addiction, this book combines cutting-edge neuroscience with practical strategies to help rewire your brain and reclaim control over your eating habits. A must-read for anyone seeking lasting change.” —Nicole Avena, PhD, author of Sugarless “Wilcox truly understands the nuance of addiction-like eating and the range of treatment approaches available. She wrote this masterpiece to help you discover what recovery and freedom can be.” —David Wiss, PhD, mental health nutritionist, founder of Nutrition in Recovery, and creator of the Wise Mind Nutrition app “A very important, scientifically based contribution to understanding and treating food addiction which does an exemplary job at bridging the gap between theory and practice. This is as much a groundbreaking self-help book as it is an essential guide for medical practitioners and mental health providers treating obesity and eating disorders.” —David Aaron Kessler, MD, pediatrician, attorney, former commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and New York Times bestselling author of The End of Overeating “What a compassionate, scholarly, and immensely readable book. It beautifully bridges the gap between the complex worlds of neuroscience, clinical medicine, and lived experience. Essential reading for anyone who feels like they have an addicted relationship with food.” —Chris van Tulleken, PhD,MD, associate professor at University College London, author of Ultra-Processed People, and radio and television broadcaster and documentarian