141. You're Not Weak. How Your Gut Bacteria Are Controlling Your Cravings

About this episode

This episode explores how gut bacteria influence cravings and metabolism, particularly in women experiencing hormonal changes.

Low energy, bloating, and stubborn cravings—why does it feel like your body is constantly pulling you in the opposite direction of your goals? If you've ever found yourself eating when you're not even hungry, struggling with afternoon energy crashes, or feeling like your metabolism just isn't responding the way it used to, this episode is going to reframe everything for you. I'm walking you through the real reason cravings happen—and why this has nothing to do with discipline. Because what most women don't realize is this: your gut health, microbiome, stress levels, and hormone balance are all working together behind the scenes, quietly influencing your metabolism, your hunger signals, and even your decision-making. If you're in perimenopause or menopause, struggling with IBS, digestive issues, or chronic fatigue, this becomes even more important. Your gut-brain connection, cortisol levels, and blood sugar balance can create a perfect storm that leads to intense cravings, energy crashes, and frustration with your body. Inside this episode, I connect the dots between stress, the microbiome, neurotransmitters, and cravings—so you can finally understand what's actually driving your…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Meg Mill

Topics covered

• gut health
• cravings
• metabolism
• hormone balance
• stress
• perimenopause
• menopause

Keywords

• gut bacteria
• cravings
• energy crashes
• metabolism
• hormone balance
• stress
• blood sugar

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Organizations: A Little Bit Healthier

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