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Ep 23: Cravings, Cortisol & Control: Why It’s Not About Willpower
Visit my webpage - www.jennypena.com
Let's Chat! Schedule a free Clarity Call here - https://calendly.com/coachjenp7/call
Follow me on Instagram for more tips - https://www.instagram.com/coachjenp/
Are cravings running the show lately—especially when you’re tired, stressed, or overwhelmed?
This episode breaks down the real biology behind cravings, especially in those managing prediabetes or insulin resistance. Jenny explains how stress, cortisol, blood sugar, and inflammation all interact to increase hunger, reduce self-control, and sabotage your best intentions.
If you’ve ever felt like food has more control over you than you’d like—this episode will help you take that power back with science, strategy, and self-compassion.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why cravings aren’t about willpower—they’re about your hormones
How cortisol increases appetite, blood sugar, and belly fat
Why people with insulin resistance or diabetes crave more often
How poor sleep, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies worsen cravings
3 actionable ways to reduce cravings and feel more in control
Join me for The Energy Fix Workshop on Thursday, May 29 at 1 PM EST (free & virtual).
We’ll walk through:
The top 3 hidden causes of fatigue and cravings
How to stabilize blood sugar naturally
A clear strategy to feel focused, fueled, and back in control
✨ Save your seat at www.jennypena.com/workshop
Or DM me “WORKSHOP” on Instagram @coachjenp and I’ll send you the link personally.
And if you want an instant craving reset?
🎁 Grab my Blood Sugar Balancing Snacks List at subscribepage.io/snacks
You’ve got this—and you don’t have to white-knuckle your way through it.
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By Jenny Pena, NBC-HWC, DPP Lifestyle Coach, CIHCVisit my webpage - www.jennypena.com
Let's Chat! Schedule a free Clarity Call here - https://calendly.com/coachjenp7/call
Follow me on Instagram for more tips - https://www.instagram.com/coachjenp/
Are cravings running the show lately—especially when you’re tired, stressed, or overwhelmed?
This episode breaks down the real biology behind cravings, especially in those managing prediabetes or insulin resistance. Jenny explains how stress, cortisol, blood sugar, and inflammation all interact to increase hunger, reduce self-control, and sabotage your best intentions.
If you’ve ever felt like food has more control over you than you’d like—this episode will help you take that power back with science, strategy, and self-compassion.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why cravings aren’t about willpower—they’re about your hormones
How cortisol increases appetite, blood sugar, and belly fat
Why people with insulin resistance or diabetes crave more often
How poor sleep, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies worsen cravings
3 actionable ways to reduce cravings and feel more in control
Join me for The Energy Fix Workshop on Thursday, May 29 at 1 PM EST (free & virtual).
We’ll walk through:
The top 3 hidden causes of fatigue and cravings
How to stabilize blood sugar naturally
A clear strategy to feel focused, fueled, and back in control
✨ Save your seat at www.jennypena.com/workshop
Or DM me “WORKSHOP” on Instagram @coachjenp and I’ll send you the link personally.
And if you want an instant craving reset?
🎁 Grab my Blood Sugar Balancing Snacks List at subscribepage.io/snacks
You’ve got this—and you don’t have to white-knuckle your way through it.