Why do diets keep failing, even when you know exactly what to do?

In this episode of the Discover Health Podcast, Dr. Joshua Sharp sits down with Sherry Shaban, osteopath and anti-diet coach, to uncover the real reason behind cravings, self-sabotage, and why so many people struggle to stay consistent with their health.

This conversation goes far beyond calories and meal plans. You’ll learn how your nervous system, identity, and past experiences shape your habits—and how to finally break free.

If you’ve ever said “I know what to do, I just can’t stick to it,” this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why diets fail (even when they “work”)
• The 3 root causes of cravings (biological, psychological, social)
• How your nervous system drives self-sabotage
• The connection between stress, cortisol, and sugar cravings
• Why “anti-diet” doesn’t mean eating whatever you want
• How to discover your body’s unique metabolic blueprint
• Simple steps to transition to real food without overwhelm
• The mindset shift that changes everything

Free Resource from Sherry Shaban

📥 Hormone Guide: https://sherryshaban.com/hormones

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YouTube Chapter Markers

00:00 – Why Detox & Health Transformations Feel So Powerful
00:01 – Introduction to Sherry Shaban
01:21 – Her Injury & Turning Point Story
03:29 – How Movement Healed Chronic Pain
05:12 – Overcoming Fear & Trusting Your Body
07:20 – Why We Ignore Our Body’s Signals
08:38 – The Danger of a Sedentary Lifestyle
10:44 – Fear vs Change: What Holds People Back
11:16 – How Identity Shapes Your Health
14:12 – Thoughts → Feelings → Actions Explained
15:41 – What Causes Self-Sabotage?
17:58 – The 3 Types of Cravings (Bio/Psycho/Social)
20:21 – Why You Break Your Diet (Even When You Don’t Want To)
22:49 – How to Break Self-Sabotaging Patterns
25:12 – Rewiring the Unconscious Mind
27:31 – Why There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Solution
28:11 – What “Anti-Diet” Really Means
30:33 – The Problem With Diet Culture
31:02 – Bingeing, Restriction & Food Anxiety
33:27 – Stress, Cortisol & Sugar Cravings
35:50 – How to Find Your Metabolic Blueprint
37:44 – Understanding Your Chronotype
40:00 – Why Sleep Controls Cravings
41:47 – How to Transition to Real Food
43:06 – “Add, Don’t Subtract” Strategy
43:42 – Easy Ways to Increase Fiber
45:45 – Why Everyone Is an Athlete
48:41 – The Athlete Mindset Shift
50:01 – How to Show Up as Your Best Self
50:39 – Top 3 Tips to Get Started
53:17 – Where to Find Sherry + Free Resource

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