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𝓢tarr — 𝓔dtwt’s 𝓕av 𝓢tar@Starryfluer · Aug 16, 2026

⋮ ⌗ 🧵┆what you’re craving vs what your body is actually asking for ˚. ᵎᵎ ݁——— #mealspo , #edrtwt , #edtwt ,…

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Summary

This thread explains what your body is actually asking for when you experience specific food cravings—sugar cravings signal protein needs, salty cravings indicate electrolyte deficiency, chocolate cravings suggest magnesium deficiency, and carb cravings reflect energy needs—with healthier alternative foods for each. The author emphasizes not restricting yourself too much and maintaining balanced eating habits.

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    ⋮ ⌗ 🧵┆what you’re craving vs what your body is actually asking for ˚. ᵎᵎ ݁——— #mealspo , #edrtwt , #edtwt , #ricecaketwt , #wl , #ana , #anatwt , #miatwt

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    Just a little note I’m not a doctor so don’t take my words as what you should be doing ! + just have what you’re actually craving once in a while , overly restricting can very much lead to never ending binging ! take care my lovelies 💕💕

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    1. Sugar ! When you’re craving sweet things your body is usually asking for protein , so here’s what you could have :

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    Eggs , Greek yogurt , cottage cheese , almonds , walnuts , peanut or almond butter , chia seeds , edamame , roasted chickpeas. (These foods slow digestion, steady your blood sugar, and stop the sudden drop in energy that causes sweet cravings.)

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    2. Salty foods ! When your body is craving salty foods your body is begging for electrolytes , here’s what you can have when you’re craving salty foods :

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    Pickles, olives , air popped popcorn , salted edamame , seaweed , salted nuts or seeds ! + add salt to your food / take electrolytes everyday :D

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    3. Chocolate ! When you’re craving chocolate you probably need more magnesium in your body so instead of eating a whole chocolate bar you could have :

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    pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, spinach, almonds, black beans, or dark chocolate (These foods provide magnesium alongside varying amounts of fibre, protein and healthy fats, which can help support fullness and satiety.)

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    4. Carbohydrates! When craving carbohydrates your body is asking for more energy so here’s what you could have :

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    sweet potatoes, oatmeal, air-popped popcorn, whole-grain toast, or brown rice cakes (pairing them with protein and/or fat can slow digestion and help you feel fuller for longer, which may make hunger and cravings easier to manage)

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    5. Fried/ fatty foods ! When you’re craving these foods you definitely have not eaten enough today or you are stressed/exhausted so here’s what you should do :

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    Go AND EAT A BALANCED MEAL AND ALSO WHILST YOUR AT IT MAKE SURE YOURE GETTING 7-9HRS OF SLEEP :D

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    6. Meat ! When you have a craving for meat/red meat you’re low in iron , zinc or protein so here’s what you could have :

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    Chicken breast , canned tuna , lentils , edamame !

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    Just another note again I’m not a doctor you do not under any circumstances have to listen to what I say :D

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    What should my next 🧵be? 1. Insulin resistance vs insulin sensitivity what’s the difference and how to tell what you have. 2. Astronomy facts that may or may not keep you up at night. 3. How to break bad habits and create new ones.

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    ── .✦ end of 🪡 I hope you enjoyed !!

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    ⋆˚𝜗𝜚˚⋆ tags : @ibyaerii