Cravings…we ALL get them! I know we often think that our bellies are telling us to dive right on into that bowl of ice cream. But cravings actually come from the head. That may seem crazy, but chemicals in the brain, like dopamine and seratonin, are what regulate our cravings AND our ability to control them.
If you have a hankering for a particular food, stop and think about whether or not you are actually HUNGRY. If you aren’t then, you are staring down a craving. If you are hungry, then aim to munch on foods that support your goals.
This recipe will kill your cravings (even during PMS!).
What you will need:
√ hot water
√ high quality cocoa or cacao powder
√ vanilla cream flavored stevia drops (my favorite, but you can also sweeten with just Truvia, stevia, or half and half)
What you will do:
√ pour hot water over 1-2 teaspoons powder in mug
√ stir out the clumps
√ add a few drops of flavored stevia (or whichever sweetener you prefer)
√ enjoy
- Tip: Get the BEST cocoa or cacao you can find, and organic truly tastes better in this case. Splurge on yourself…it’s chocolate!! My favorite brand is Navitas and it can be purchased online or in the supplement section of WFM. *
You can consume this 1-2x/day to help manage cravings. Be mindful that it can be a stimulant, so some may not want to consume after mid-afternoon (you don’t want to interrupt your sleep, even if it is for chocolate!). If you know that a particular time of day is troublesome for you (like a 2pm slump), aim to consume about 30 minutes before that typical time.
Give it a try and let me know if it zaps your cravings!
And don’t forget to share! Friends don’t let friends get the munchies.