Episode 26: Food Cravings - Understanding and Managing Them - MenoSpark Podcast

Episode 26: Food Cravings - Understanding and Managing Them - MenoSpark Podcast

Author: Allie Theiss July 14, 2025 Duration: 18:28

July 14, 2025

MenoSpark - Holistic Wellness for Perimenopause and Beyond 

SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 26

This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice.

* Introduction

* Announcements

* Topic: Food Cravings: Understanding and Managing Them

  1. Story Time w/ Allie
  2. Segment 1: Cravings Aren’t Just About Willpower
  3. Segment 2: Decode the Craving – What Are You Really Hungry For?
  4. Segment 3: Healthy Ways to Cope (Without Just “Powering Through”)
  5. Segment 4: What Works Long-Term—Creating a Craving-Smart Life
  6. Your Spark Action for the week.

* Closing Thoughts

RESOURCES FOR EPISODE

✨ Your Spark Action Step This Week

Let’s keep this week practical and loving.

Each day, try one of the following:

  1. Journal Prompt: “The last time I had a strong craving, what did I really need?”
  2. Craving Rescue Kit: Make a kit with 3 sensory tools—essential oil, tea, soothing playlist—to reach for before a craving hits.
  3. One Balanced Plate: Plan and prepare one blood-sugar-friendly meal. Notice how it affects your mood and cravings.
  4. Affirmation Practice: Stand in front of a mirror, take a deep breath, and say: “I deserve nourishment, not punishment.”

Crave SHIFT Course:

https://menopausewellness.co/crave-shift-course/

Crave CONTROL essential oil roll-on (shipping within the US included):

https://menopausewellness.co/product/crave-control-roll-on/

Grab your personalized Reignite Your Yes: https://thepassionzone.com/reignite-your-yes/

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Allie Theiss hosts Sexual Wellness for Women Podcast, a space where conversations about intimacy are approached with a sense of grounded practicality and holistic care. Each episode feels like a thoughtful discussion, weaving together topics that range from the functional aspects of sexual health to the deeper layers of emotional and physical self-care. You’ll hear honest explorations of holistic solutions, straightforward information about tools like sex toys, and a consistent emphasis on nurturing your own well-being as a foundation for a fulfilling intimate life. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about building a sustainable, informed, and compassionate relationship with your own body and desires. Allie creates an accessible entry point for these sometimes-daunting topics, making the podcast a reliable resource. Listeners are even invited to join the dialogue by submitting their own questions, adding a personal and interactive dimension to the series. Tune in for a blend of education and supportive conversation that honors the full spectrum of women's sexual wellness.
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