Break the Sugar Cycle: A Dollars vs. Coins Approach with Lewis Bertus
Sun Feb 08 2026
Ever feel like sugar and refined carbs have a strange hold on you? You’re not alone, and it’s not just a lack of willpower. In this week’s incredibly clarifying conversation, I sit down with Lewis Bertus, PA-C, to unravel the real reason so many of us struggle—and how to break free for good.
Lewis shares a genius analogy that finally made "carbohydrates" make perfect sense to me. He asks: "If you could only carry a limited weight in currency, would you fill your pockets with heavy coins… or lighter, more valuable dollars?"
Suddenly, the cycle of craving "coin carbs" (like sugar and white bread) and struggling with "dollar carbs" (like sweet potatoes and brown rice) becomes brilliantly clear. We dive deep into:
Why sugar addiction isn't a moral failure, but a physiological response to the "coins" we’re feeding our body.How to identify and satisfy your body’s true energy needs with "dollar" foods, so the cravings for "coins" naturally fade.Practical, compassionate steps to reset your palate, stabilize your energy, and make food freedom feel simple and sustainable.If you’re tired of the guilt-shame cycle with sugar and refined foods, this conversation is your new starting point. Lewis offers the logical, empathetic framework I wish I had years ago.
Listen to discover how to break the addiction to "coin carbs" and invest in lasting energy and health.
Lewis Bertus's Website: https://www.lewisbertus.com
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Facebook.com/lewisbertusdiabetes180
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Youtube.com/@lewisbertus
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Ever feel like sugar and refined carbs have a strange hold on you? You’re not alone, and it’s not just a lack of willpower. In this week’s incredibly clarifying conversation, I sit down with Lewis Bertus, PA-C, to unravel the real reason so many of us struggle—and how to break free for good. Lewis shares a genius analogy that finally made "carbohydrates" make perfect sense to me. He asks: "If you could only carry a limited weight in currency, would you fill your pockets with heavy coins… or lighter, more valuable dollars?" Suddenly, the cycle of craving "coin carbs" (like sugar and white bread) and struggling with "dollar carbs" (like sweet potatoes and brown rice) becomes brilliantly clear. We dive deep into: Why sugar addiction isn't a moral failure, but a physiological response to the "coins" we’re feeding our body.How to identify and satisfy your body’s true energy needs with "dollar" foods, so the cravings for "coins" naturally fade.Practical, compassionate steps to reset your palate, stabilize your energy, and make food freedom feel simple and sustainable.If you’re tired of the guilt-shame cycle with sugar and refined foods, this conversation is your new starting point. Lewis offers the logical, empathetic framework I wish I had years ago. Listen to discover how to break the addiction to "coin carbs" and invest in lasting energy and health. Lewis Bertus's Website: https://www.lewisbertus.com Social Media Links: Facebook.com/lewisbertusdiabetes180 Instagram.com/diabetes_reversal_coach/ Youtube.com/@lewisbertus Send us a text Support the show "Thanks for listening to The Plant-Based Curious Podcast. If this episode helped you, please share it with one friend who might need it. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss a step on your journey. For questions or to connect, visit me at plant-basedcurious.com."