are you addicted to sugar?

I recently shared an Instagram post on this topic, and am focusing on the topic for this week's newsletter because this topic is so important to me. So many people think that their sugar cravings are a sign that they're “not strong enough” or “don't have enough willpower” when that's simply not the case!! 

Maybe you start the day with the best intentions, eating "healthy," but by 3 PM, your energy crashes, and sugar feels like the only thing that will get you through. Or maybe your cravings hit at night when you finally sit down to relax, and that sweet treat is calling your name. 

If this sounds like you, I want you to know: you are not lacking willpower. Your body is trying to tell you something!!

Why You Crave Sugar (It’s Not Just a Sweet Tooth!)

Sugar cravings aren’t random—they’re often a sign of deeper imbalances in the body. Here are some of the biggest reasons you might be struggling:
 

💥 Blood Sugar Rollercoaster – If your meals are high in refined carbs or low in protein and fat, your blood sugar spikes… then crashes. When that crash happens, your body signals for a fast energy source (hello, sugar!).
 

⚡ Nutrient Deficiencies – Low levels of minerals like magnesium and zinc can increase sugar cravings. Magnesium, in particular, is essential for blood sugar balance—and most people are deficient!
 

😴 Stress & Lack of Sleep – When you're running on empty, your body craves quick energy. Poor sleep and chronic stress raise cortisol, which can lead to blood sugar dysregulation and increased sugar cravings.
 

🦠 Gut Imbalances – Did you know that certain gut bacteria and yeast overgrowth (like Candida) actually make you crave sugar? They feed on sugar, so the more you eat, the more they demand.
 

👩‍🔬 Hormonal Shifts – If your cravings spike before your period, during ovulation, or even in perimenopause, fluctuating estrogen and progesterone levels might be playing a role.

How to Finally Break Free from Sugar Cravings 

(Without Restriction!)

The good news? You don’t need to rely on sheer willpower. Instead of focusing on cutting sugar, shift your attention to giving your body what it actually needs.

✅ Balance Your Blood Sugar – Build meals with protein, healthy fats, and fiber to keep energy stable and prevent crashes. Try swapping your usual carb-heavy breakfast for one that includes at least 25g of protein. (I always recommend opting for a savory breakfast (eggs, sausage, cottage cheese, etc.) vs sweet (oatmeal, fruit smoothie, muffins, pancakes, etc.)

✅ Replenish Key Nutrients – Adding magnesium-rich foods (like dark leafy greens, pumpkin seeds, and dark chocolate), plus a quality magnesium supplement, can help. A Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis is a great way to see what nutrients YOUR unique body needs in order to come back into balance. 

✅ Support Your Stress Response – Daily movement, breath work, and proper hydration (especially with electrolytes) can make a bigger difference than you think.

✅ Heal Your Gut – Incorporate fermented foods, prebiotic fiber, and bio-individual digestive support to rebalance your gut microbiome and stop sugar-loving bacteria from taking over.

 
Sugar cravings don’t have to rule your life. When you support your body correctly, those cravings WILL naturally subside—and you’ll feel more energized, clear-headed, and in control.