October is cozy sweaters, cinnamon candles, crunchy leaves... and sugar everywhere you turn. From pumpkin spice lattes to Halloween candy "accidentally" eaten from the stash you bought "for the grandkids" 😏 - sugar sneaks in HARD this time of year.
And listen, I’m not here to demonize a caramel apple or make you feel bad about a Reese’s cup. I’m here to help you stop letting sugar control you - so you can feel better, think clearer, sleep deeper, and show up like the vibrant, confident woman you are.
Here are five sweet strategies to help you take back the reins this October - without feeling restricted, deprived, or like you’re on another “diet.”
- Know Your Triggers (Because It’s Not Just About Sugar)
Sugar cravings often show up when your body is:
- Sleep-deprived
- Stressed
- Underfed (hello, protein + fiber!)
- Or... just bored 😬
So, before you reach for the mini-Snickers, ask yourself:
“What do I actually need right now?”
It might be a nap, a hug, a walk, or a real meal.
When you give your body what it really needs, the craving often loses its power.
- Front-Load Your Day with Nutrients
When breaking your fast – what you eat is even more important than when you eat. Your body will come BEGGING for fast energy (aka sugar) later if you are starting your day with cereal, bagels or other white flour carbs.
Try starting your day with:
- Protein (eggs, turkey sausage, protein shake)
- Healthy fats (avocado, nut butter)
- Complex carbs (sweet potato, oats)
When your blood sugar is balanced early, your cravings stay in check all day.
- Stay Hydrated Like It’s Your Job
Mild dehydration can make you feel tired, foggy, and... hungry when you're not.
Keep water nearby. Add lemon or electrolytes if you need a little flair.
Bonus: Proper hydration helps with digestion, joint health, and energy - so really, you’re just becoming unstoppable at this point.
- Make Movement Your Mood Booster
One of the best ways to reduce cravings and lift your mood?
Move your body - daily.
Whether it's strength training, walking, dancing in your kitchen, or lifting weights FASTer Way-style - movement regulates hormones, stabilizes blood sugar, and gives you that natural dopamine hit sugar tries to fake.
- Have a Plan for the Candy Situation
Yes, Halloween candy will be everywhere. You’re not failing - you’re just human.
But you can be strategic.
Here’s the game plan:
- Don’t keep your “trigger” candy in the house
- Buy candy the day before Halloween
- Practice the one treat, not the whole bag rule
- Have a sweet-but-healthy option ready (think dark chocolate + almond butter or frozen grapes)
And if you do overdo it? No shame. Just reset at your next meal. You’re not broken - you’re just learning what your body really needs.
Final Thought: You're Not Giving Up Sugar — You're Taking Back Control.
You don’t need to be perfect.
You just need to be empowered.
October doesn’t have to be a sugar spiral. It can be the month you remember how powerful you are when you nourish your body, listen to your needs, and say,
“Sugar, you don’t get to run the show anymore.”
Want support and strategy for a healthier fall?
My next 21-Day Reset is the perfect way to reset your metabolism, reduce sugar cravings, and feel GOOD in your body again – especially before the holidays.
Here is the link to join. Let’s do this together. The 21-Day Reset starts November 3.
