3 Science-Backed Hacks to Crush Cravings Before They Start!
Louise McKenzie
Heathy Lifestyle Transformation Coaching For Midlife Professional Women Without Diets I Mom of 7
If you’ve ever found yourself staring into the fridge, battling an intense craving for sugar or carbs, you’re not alone. Most of us assume cravings come from a lack of willpower, but the truth is, our biology is working against us. The good news? You can outsmart your cravings with these three little-known, science-backed strategies.
1. Eat Your Food in the Right Order
Your body’s cravings are largely dictated by blood sugar spikes and crashes. When you eat sugary or starchy foods first, your blood sugar levels soar—and then plummet. That crash signals your brain to seek out more sugar, trapping you in a vicious cycle.
The fix? Eat your food in this order: ? Fiber first (leafy greens, cooked veggies, fermented foods) ? Protein and healthy fats second (meat, fish, nuts, avocado) ? Starches and sugars last (bread, pasta, desserts)
Why does this work? Fiber acts like a protective mesh in your gut, slowing the absorption of sugar into your bloodstream. This keeps your glucose levels steady, reducing cravings later in the day—even at night!
Pro tip: Start your meal with a few bites of veggies. Even one bite makes a difference!
2. Use Allulose to Hack Hunger Signals
If you’ve heard of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, you might be familiar with GLP-1, the hormone that signals fullness. Allulose, a natural low-calorie sweetener, mimics this effect, making you feel satisfied faster—without the calories or blood sugar spikes.
How to use it? Add 10-15g of allulose to your meals, especially with fiber-rich foods like lentils, beans, or veggies. This simple trick suppresses appetite for hours and helps keep cravings at bay.
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3. Reprogram Your Gut to Crave Healthy Foods
Your gut bacteria influence what you crave. If you eat mostly junk food, your gut microbes demand more of it. But the good news? You can retrain your gut to crave healthier options!
Here’s how: ? Don’t go cold turkey—just add healthy foods to what you already eat. ? Every meal should include three essentials: Omega-3s, protein, and a veggie. ? Start with one fist-sized portion of veggies per meal, then gradually increase. ? Add fermented foods like sauerkraut or unsweetened yogurt to your daily routine.
Your gut will start craving nutritious foods within days, and within six months, your cravings will be permanently rewired. No more battling willpower! It really does work!
Want to take control of your cravings for good? If you’re tired of yo-yo dieting and constant cravings, I’ve got two ways to help:
1?? Fast-track your results with my Healthy Lifestyle Transformation Program (check out the free sneak peek—link in the comments!)
2?? Prefer to DIY? Watch my full step-by-step breakdown on how to eliminate cravings for good. It’s a must-watch! Watch the full video here.
Drop a comment or DM me for a deeper dive—what’s your biggest craving challenge? Let’s tackle it together! ??