4 tips to control our cravings

Cravings. That urge to eat a specific food immediately. I'm sure you've experienced it more than once. You can't control it, and you end up gorging yourself on that sweet or savory thing you've been craving.

It's not something that only happens to pregnant women.

The body is wise, and if we have a hidden nutritional deficiency, it often signals it through cravings. Below is a list of the most common ones and what they mean.

CRAVING SIMPLE CARBOHYDRATES

Whether it's pasta, buns, cookies, or bread, if you're craving simple carbohydrates, you probably need to balance your blood sugar. When we're stressed or haven't slept well, it's common to overindulge in these foods to compensate for the energy slump. Choose healthy snacks rich in slow-release sugars that will prevent insulin spikes. A handful of goji berries or a fruit smoothie with ORGANIC AÇAÍ, are very beneficial at those times. Here you have a way to prepare it.

CRAVING FOR CHOCOLATE

You're probably stressed or in need of magnesium, a mineral essential for calcium metabolism and muscle relaxation.

He ORGANIC COCOA Pure cocoa is very rich in magnesium, so instead of eating sugary chocolate bars and cookies, try incorporating this ingredient into smoothies or yogurts. Pure cocoa also contains the amino acid phenylethylamine, which regulates the secretion of endorphins, hormones of pleasure and relaxation.

CRAVING FOR FRIED OR HIGH-FAT FOODS

Another very common case. Clearly, your body needs essential fatty acids, which are precisely NOT found in processed and fried foods.

And what should you do in this case? Eat good fats, such as avocado, hemp seeds, and chia seeds. or a good handful of nuts such as cashews, almonds, or unsalted walnuts will be the most nutritious options. Here is a post where we explain the difference between good fats and bad fats.

CRAVING FOR "MEAT"

You may need iron, vitamin B12, and zinc. Choose good-quality meat, and if you prefer to reduce your consumption, hemp seeds. They are an excellent alternative as they are very rich in vegetable protein.

Sometimes we also snack between meals, mistaking hunger for thirst. It's very important to stay well hydrated throughout the day. You can do this with herbal teas, mineral water, or unsweetened coconut water.

If you binge on foods with little nutritional value but high caloric value, all you'll achieve is weight gain and keep your body asking you to eat even more to compensate for potential macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral deficiencies. Remember, it's not the quantity that matters, but the quality of what you eat.

Alicia Lamothe (Health Coach)