Taming the Sugar Cravings…
Our bodies have an amazing ability to tell us what we need, but are we listening? When we are lacking nutrients, water, or experiencing hormone imbalances, this can show up in the form of cravings. Certain nutrient deficiencies can cause salt cravings, while overall lack of nutrients can cause us to crave caffeine and sugar. Another age old craving driver is emotions. As many of us have grown up with food as comfort, we often turn to it when faced with emotional ups and downs to fill an emptiness or celebrate in joy.
So how do we know if we have an imbalance that’s causing these cravings?