Episode 26: Food Cravings - Understanding and Managing Them - MenoSpark Podcast

July 14, 2025MenoSpark - Holistic Wellness for Perimenopause and Beyond SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 26This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice.* Introduction* Announcements* Topic: Food Cravings: Understanding and Managing ThemStory Time w/ AllieSegment 1: Cravings Aren’t Just About WillpowerSegment 2: Decode the Craving – What Are You Really Hungry For?Segment 3: Healthy Ways to Cope (Without Just “Powering Through”)Segment 4: What Works Long-Term—Creating a Craving-Smart LifeYour Spark Action for the week.* Closing ThoughtsRESOURCES FOR EPISODE✨ Your Spark Action Step This WeekLet’s keep this week practical and loving. Each day, try one of the following:Journal Prompt: “The last time I had a strong craving, what did I really need?”Craving Rescue Kit: Make a kit with 3 sensory tools—essential oil, tea, soothing playlist—to reach for before a craving hits.One Balanced Plate: Plan and prepare one blood-sugar-friendly meal. Notice how it affects your mood and cravings.Affirmation Practice: Stand in front of a mirror, take a deep breath, and say: “I deserve nourishment, not punishment.”Crave SHIFT Course: https://menopausewellness.co/crave-shift-course/Crave CONTROL essential oil roll-on (shipping within the US included):https://menopausewellness.co/product/crave-control-roll-on/Grab your personalized Reignite Your Yes: https://thepassionzone.com/reignite-your-yes/WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A GUEST?If you're a professional for midlife/menopause: https://forms.gle/KrQ6PrV4D2DaFQu8AIf you are a woman or a person who loves a woman who is going through menopause and would like to tell your story to others:  https://forms.gle/ng82Pu9WsjTqWbXV6CONNECT WITH ME ON THESE PLATFORMS:TikTok: @menopausewellness.co @the.passion.zoneInstagram: @menopausewellness.co @passionzonestoreYouTube: @MenopauseWellnessHealth @PassionZoneStoreSubstack:  https://www.themenopausalminute.com/#MenoSpark#MenopauseJourney#perimenopause#menopause#postmenopause#GenXWomen#SparkJoyInMenopause#MidlifeMatters#MenopauseSupport#sleep#EatForYourHealth#MenopauseWellness#ThrivingThroughMenopause#reigniteyouryes