Overcoming cravings for sugar and junk food is the toughest part of any diet. If you’re struggling with it, you’re not alone – many people face the same challenge and often fall off track.
Understanding the cause is crucial. Contrary to the belief of having a “weak will,” specific factors trigger these cravings, making them hard to resist. One major factor is insulin resistance.
Insulin resistance occurs when your cells resist insulin’s attempts to let sugar in, leading to less energy for your cells. Despite having sugar in your bloodstream, it’s not reaching the cells, causing persistent hunger and cravings. This is especially true for fast-acting and processed sugars.
The solution lies in reducing sugar intake, as done in our online course “A New You” where you will learn more about why and how. By cutting down sugar levels, insulin secretion decreases, allowing cells to become more receptive to sugar. Although the process may take time, eventually, cells become insulin-sensitive again, reducing fat storage and making the transition smoother.
