#33: All-or-Nothing Mindset & Managing Cravings with Dr. Jessie Heymeyer

In today's episode, Karen and Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer dive into holistic wellness, focusing on mindset, nutrition, cravings, and the influence of your environment. Listen in to uncover insights and strategies for breaking free from all-or-nothing mindsets and managing cravings. Many examples come from European lifestyle, where both women live.

Key takeaways:

• Mindset Matters: Jessie and Karen discuss the all-or-nothing mindset and its detrimental effects on health and weight management. They emphasize the need for personalized, sustainable changes over quick-fix solutions like fad diets. The conversation touches on the shame and obsession associated with behaviors this mindset causes and advocates for small, manageable changes tailored to individual lifestyles.

• Cravings: Dr. Hehmeyer and Karen discuss the 5 primary reasons of cravings. Firstly, physiological factors like low blood sugar and insufficient sleep can trigger cravings, often leading to reactive eating. Nutrient deficiencies, especially in magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids, also play a significant role. Emotional triggers and environmental cues, such as stress eating and the availability of certain foods, further contribute to cravings. The conversation dives into how these factors can manifest differently for individuals and suggests approaches to address them, including dietary adjustments, supplementation, and mindfulness practices. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of personalized strategies and gradual lifestyle changes to effectively manage cravings and promote overall well-being.

Jessie concludes with her best choice principle (What is the best choice I can make right now?) and examples

Listeners can find Dr. Jesse Hehmeyer at wellempowered.com, where they can schedule a complimentary consultation and receive a 10% discount by mentioning Karen. Additionally, you can join Dr. Hehmeyer's email list by texting "sign me up" to 312-967-8000, and follow her on Instagram for more insights and updates.

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