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EPISODE · Apr 1, 2025 · 31 MIN

Why You Can't Stop Eating Before Your Period (It's Not Just Hormones)

from The Ali Damron Show · host Ali Damron

If you feel like a bottomless pit the week before your period, constantly craving chocolate, carbs, and anything salty or sweet—you're not alone. And it's not just about willpower. In this episode, we unpack why PMS cravings happen through three key lenses: ✨ The nutritional deficiencies that drive cravings (like magnesium and B6).  📉 The hormonal shifts that impact serotonin, blood sugar, and appetite.  🧠 Somatic + nervous system piece that most people completely overlook—how cravings are often your body's way of seeking safety, comfort, and avoiding discomfort. You'll learn how to work with your body instead of fighting it—and walk away with practical tips to feel more balanced and in control all month long. Ali's Resources:  Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course! Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron 

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If you feel like a bottomless pit the week before your period, constantly craving chocolate, carbs, and anything salty or sweet—you're not alone. And it's not just about willpower. In this episode, we unpack why PMS cravings happen through three key...

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