123: Defeat Your Cravings the Back Door to Weight Loss w/Glenn Livingston
Dr. Glenn explains why food cravings are natural but can be labeled "dormant" with the right techniques. He provides science-backed methods for extinguishing cravings including:
- Making clear food rules and arguing against destructive thoughts that lead to breaking them
- Breathing techniques to calm the panic state of cravings
- Eating regularly to prevent intense hunger leading to binges
- Planning meals in advance to make better evening food choices
- Looking for "evidence of success" when you slip up instead of beating yourself up.
We also discuss:
- Why the modern food environment and culture sets us up for cravings and overeating
- How to change your mindset and stop feeling deprived on a healthy diet
- The truth about counting calories for weight loss
- Why intermittent fasting may not be the best approach when first overcoming cravings
- Tips for long-term mastery over food instead of it mastering you.
- Check out the full podcast episode for all of Dr. Glenn's wisdom on defeating your food cravings for good!
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