Why is dopamine “Detox” harmful? Well, sure, modern life is overstimulating, and taking brief breaks from high-intensity distractions can help people regain focus, but the framing and execution of a “dopamine detox" is not based on science or nutrition and can be quite harmful. Tune into this episode on the holistic living network right now.

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Dopamine Imbalance and Reward-Seeking - Dopamine is the brain’s “motivation and reward” chemical. When it becomes dysregulated (often from stress, overstimulation, or frequent sugar/fat intake), the brain craves quick dopamine spikes — which food can easily provide. This leads to impulsive eating, even when not hungry, because the brain associates food with emotional relief and reward.

Emotional Regulation Problems - People often binge to numb, escape, or soothe difficult emotions like stress, anxiety, sadness, boredom, or loneliness. Food temporarily dulls negative feelings by triggering serotonin and dopamine release — but guilt and shame afterward create a harmful cycle.

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Emotional hygiene is the daily practice of caring for your psychological health—just as brushing your teeth protects your physical health. It involves consistently tending to your emotional well-being through self-awareness, emotional regulation, and mental resilience.

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