Looking for ways to reduce cravings? Try these tips to manage HOW you eat instead of trying to resist cravings by restricting food.

Eat your veggies. A minimum of 5-6 servings of fruits and veggies has been found to improve anxiety and depression. Tip: Too busy to get enough veggies? Introduce a green smoothie that can contain up to 4 servings of veggies or use a greens powder.
Don’t eliminate whole grains. Carbohydrates have become the enemy in today’s nutrition fads. But carbs help to balance out serotonin, a neurochemical important for regulating mood. Tip: Reintroduce grains at dinner to help improve sleep quality.
Balance your protein. Protein doesn’t contain sugars (typically) - it helps to balance blood sugar. Tip: Make sure you have 10-25 grams of protein at each meal to prevent roller coaster moods and cravings through the day.
Don’t skip meals. Find a way during the hustle and bustle to eat a minimum of 3 meals. Food is the fuel for our brains as much as our muscles. Without it, fatigue and frustration set in. Tip: Set out a weekly meal prep strategy. This is about time management. Or consider a meal service
Stay hydrated. Water is important for all the metabolic processes in our bodies. Without water we often feel hungry because the body is sending mixed metabolic signals to the brain.

Top Herbs for Controlling Cravings

Fennel: Chew the seeds or consume as a tea

Fenugreek: Capsule works best!

Spearmint: Consume as a tea

Cinnamon: 1 tsp of the loose herb mixed into yogurt or tea

Psyllium Husk (fibre): 1 Tbsp of the loose fibre mixed into yogurt or tea. Drink lots of water!