Hello ,
Cravings are normal. However, poor sleep, stress, skipped meals, dehydration, and an unbalanced eating plan can significantly increase sugar cravings.
Highly processed foods are designed to be extremely rewarding to the brain, making them difficult to stop eating.
The goal is not to rely on “willpower.” The goal is to build routines that support better choices naturally.
Common Craving Triggers
😴 Lack of sleep
😩 Stress
🍽 Skipping meals
💧 Dehydration
📱 Mindless eating
🍟 Highly processed foods
Smart Restaurant Tips
When eating out:
✔ Choose grilled instead of fried
✔ Ask for sauces on the side
✔ Choose water or unsweetened drinks
✔ Include vegetables with meals
✔ Watch portion sizes
“Restaurant Meal Makeover”
❌ Cheeseburger + fries + soda
VS
✔ Grilled chicken sandwich + side salad + water
Mindful Eating Tips
- Eat slowly
- Avoid eating distracted
- Check your hunger level before snacking
- Pause before reaching for sweets
💌 This Week’s Challenge:
Plan two Build-a-Bowl lunches for this week. Write them out before you grocery shop to make sure you have the ingredients ready.
With bowls full of goodness,
Astrida
Your Dietitian @
Diathrive Nutrition, LLC
📧 [email protected] | 🌐 www.diathrivenutrition.com
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