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183. Holiday Cravings & Fatigue: Why Protein Helps You Feel Better
Hey friend,
Why are you craving sugar and feeling tired all the time during the holidays?
Could your energy crashes be coming from low protein — not lack of willpower?
What small food shifts would help you feel better with chronic symptoms right now?
In this episode, I’m breaking down why cravings and fatigue hit so hard in December — especially when you're managing chronic symptoms and supporting neurodivergent kids. I talk about the connection between stress, blood sugar, and exhaustion, and show you how eating more protein can help stabilize your energy fast. You’ll learn three easy protein strategies that fit into busy, real-life holiday rhythms so you can feel calmer, clearer, and more supported.
Resources and Links Mentioned:
1:1 Chronic Health Coaching BOGO Sale HERE
165. Why Complaining Feels Good—But Wires You for Emotional Burnout
162. Why Emotional Exhaustion Triggers Inflammation And What to Do About It
Connect With Me:
Contact: → Join our free Facebook group
Facebook: → https://facebook.com/chronichealthmoms
Instagram: → https://instagram.com/chronichealthmoms
YouTube: → https://youtube.com/@chronichealthsolutions?si=OrDqjuavV5dctG0d
Next Steps:
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By Ashley Braden - Certified Health Coach, Sleep & Stress Management Coach, Neurodivergent MomHey friend,
Why are you craving sugar and feeling tired all the time during the holidays?
Could your energy crashes be coming from low protein — not lack of willpower?
What small food shifts would help you feel better with chronic symptoms right now?
In this episode, I’m breaking down why cravings and fatigue hit so hard in December — especially when you're managing chronic symptoms and supporting neurodivergent kids. I talk about the connection between stress, blood sugar, and exhaustion, and show you how eating more protein can help stabilize your energy fast. You’ll learn three easy protein strategies that fit into busy, real-life holiday rhythms so you can feel calmer, clearer, and more supported.
Resources and Links Mentioned:
1:1 Chronic Health Coaching BOGO Sale HERE
165. Why Complaining Feels Good—But Wires You for Emotional Burnout
162. Why Emotional Exhaustion Triggers Inflammation And What to Do About It
Connect With Me:
Contact: → Join our free Facebook group
Facebook: → https://facebook.com/chronichealthmoms
Instagram: → https://instagram.com/chronichealthmoms
YouTube: → https://youtube.com/@chronichealthsolutions?si=OrDqjuavV5dctG0d
Next Steps: