EP 77: The One Addiction We All Justify: Overeating - Understanding the Causes Beneath the Cravings

Physician, Heal Thyself The Podcast · Nov 27, 2025 · 42m

Just in time for the holidays! In this episode you will learn about the common reasons people overeat:

Nutritional Deficiencies

Learn about protein and healthy fats

Learn about mineral deficiencies that trigger certain cravings, like chocolate cravings….

Hormonal Imbalance and Metabolic Disorders

Learn about important hormones and their impact on appetite, cravings, fat regulation; such as:

Insulin, C-Peptice, HbA1C

Cortisol

Leptin

Ghrelin

Sex hormones

Emotional Root and Trauma:

How trauma impacts our brain: dopamine, serotonin, etc.

How food becomes a coping mechanism for unmet emotional…