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Cravings: How I Conquered Food Audiobook
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A no-holds-barred account of folk legend Judy Collins's harrowing struggle with compulsive overeating and of the journey that led her to a solution.
Since childhood Judy Collins has had a tumultuous, fraught relationship with food. Her issues with overeating nearly claimed her career and her life. For decades she thought she simply lacked self-discipline. She tried nearly every diet plan that exists, often turning to alcohol to dull the pain of yet another failed attempt to control her seemingly insatiable cravings.
Today, Judy knows she suffers from an addiction to sugar and grains, flour and wheat. She adheres to a strict diet of unprocessed foods consumed in carefully measured portions. This solution has allowed her to maintain a healthy weight for years, to enjoy the glow of good health, and to attain peace of mind.
Alternating between chapters on her life and those of the many diet gurus she has encountered along the way (Atkins, Jean Nidetch of Weight Watchers, Andrew Weil, to name a few), Cravings is the culmination of Judy's genuine desire to share what she's learned—so that no one else has navigate her heart-rending path to recovery.
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“Listeners of a certain age will likely recognize singer-songwriter Judy Collins’s lilting voice and graceful style as she sensitively shares the story of her ongoing battles with compulsive overeating and alcoholism…Folk- and pop-music fans alike, along with those who wish greater information on addiction and allergies to common foods, will enjoy this listening experience.”
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“Will give comfort and guidance to the many people trying to improve their relationships with food.”
— Andrew Weil, New York Times bestselling author -
“Cravings is a detailed history of recovery and the power of the life force…Judy Collins is a beacon of hope for us all.”
— Erica Jong, New York Times bestselling author -
“With her lyrical gift, singer Collins intimately invites readers into her struggles with food addiction and eating disorders, which nearly killed her…Collins’ radiant memoir shines a light on her almost deadly struggles while vividly celebrating her new life free from cravings and sharing hope with everyone who suffers from food addiction.”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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About Judy Collins
Judy Collins’ voice has been described as liquid silver. Its uniqueness allows her to sing the songs of a disparate range of artists—from Leonard Cohen and Dylan to Brecht and Weill to her own compositions—with equal authenticity. Her early musical studies led her from Denver to New York and to the eclectic musical style that has become her trademark. Her numerous albums have sold millions of copies and been certified gold and platinum. Her musical talents continue to enchant a growing following worldwide. She has been a voice for civil rights throughout her life. She also produced and codirected an Academy Award–nominated documentary, Antonia: A Portrait of the Woman, about her first music teacher, the pioneering orchestral conductor Antonia Brica.