How to Stop Cravings Without Hating Yourself

Hi there, it’s Vanniya again

okay let’s be honest — I used to feel like a failure every time I grabbed chips at 10pm or said “just one more cookie” (then ate five). cravings are real, babe. but punishing yourself every time? that doesn’t work.

so let’s talk about how to stop food cravings in a way that’s gentle, real, and doesn’t make you feel bad about being human.

First, Stop Calling It “Lack of Willpower”

girl, it’s not about willpower. most cravings come from blood sugar crashes, stress, or just... boredom. and if your diet is too strict? your brain is literally screaming for comfort.

so step one: stop beating yourself up. seriously. your body’s just asking for something — and it’s usually not even about food.

Here’s What Helped Me Stop Craving Junk

Eat enough during the day – skipping meals made my cravings worse at night.
Add protein to every meal – protein keeps you full, balances blood sugar, and calms cravings.
Keep healthy snacks for weight loss nearby – I love Greek yogurt with berries, almonds, or boiled eggs.
Drink water before you grab a snack – sometimes thirst pretends to be hunger. sneaky, right?

Emotional Cravings Are a Whole Other Thing

Sometimes cravings aren’t physical. they’re emotional. lonely? sad? stressed? yep. cue chocolate.

for those moments, I keep a list of “feel-good swaps” — like calling a friend, journaling, stretching, or watching silly dog videos (don’t judge me lol).