Why Your Body Keeps Craving Sugar

In this episode of The Health Commute, we tell the story of a patient with a blood sugar of 12.3 who couldn't understand why he constantly craved sugar — even though his blood sugar was already high. The answer wasn't willpower. It was physiology. When insulin resistance develops, sugar stays in the bloodstream instead of entering the cells. The cells become under-fueled, and the body increases cravings — even while blood sugar rises. We break down: How insulin resistance develops Why cravings increase when blood sugar is high Why protein reduces cravings How walking after dinner improves glucose control How intermittent fasting restores insulin sensitivity If you struggle with sugar cravings, this episode will help you understand why — and what to do about it.