Hi Chelsea, welcome! So glad you're here.

I'm not a New Zealander, so I can't help you sort out finding some of the stuff we talk about eating. But I'm sure you'll find lots of suggestions along the way.

Since you haven't gotten to reading about the steps, I'll tell you that reducing sugar doesn't come until Step 6. We concentrate on adding good stuff in (protein, browns, then eventually vitamins and potato) to support our bodies before thinking of taking stuff out. Otherwise, you'll be white-knuckling it and your brain chemistry won't have had a chance to heal and to support a long-term change in how you eat. Without all the steps in place, it'll continue to be a struggle to fight against your body's make up.

When you do get to the steps chapters, I'd personally recommend reading just Step 1 and then starting that step and giving it all you've got, before reading on. Do not even think of the later steps until Step 1 is mastered. We'd love to talk to you about breakfast!

Another thing, IMHO, sugar-free options are worse than actual sugar. They are so chemically processed and I think just as addictive (if not more so). They'll also keep your body craving sweets. I know people who use them to get themselves off of sugar, but this program is about healing our bodies, not just avoiding sugar. I think the program will really help with both your depression and your anxiety, if you are willing to give it the time it needs to work on your brain.

Let us know how your breakfasts are going!