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Food Cravings: Why They Happen and What To Do” — ZOE (July 2024)
Differentiates between hunger (general need for food) and cravings (specific, often indulgent foods) Examines the brain’s reward system and the role of dopamine and gut microbiome in cravings Highlights concepts like conditioned cues (e.g., pairing a TV show with snacks) and how such cravings can be “unlearned.” Offers strategies like balancing meals to stabilize blood sugar, recognizing cue-based triggers, and reframing attitudes about cravings.
“What Causes Our Food Cravings, and How to Get Relief” — Psychology Today (Jan 8, 2025)
Highlights the impact of blood sugar fluctuations (even in healthy individuals) on craving episodes Psychology Today . Examines the brain’s reward system and the role of dopamine and gut microbiome in cravings Zoe . Offers practical tips: mindfulness, stress reduction, staying active, improving sleep, choosing nutrient-rich foods, and avoiding restrictive dieting Encourages attention to energy levels and balanced meals to help curb cravings.