Have you ever wondered why sugar cravings seem to hit hardest during stressful seasons of life? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Tanya welcomes back sugar addiction expert Christine Trimpe to discuss what happened when years of successful sugar-free living collided with grief, caregiving, loss, hormone depletion, and chronic stress. After living sugar-free since 2016, Christine found herself battling intense food noise, relentless cravings, weight gain, and nervous system dysregulation. What she discovered changed everything: sugar cravings aren't simply about food—they're often a signal that the nervous system is overwhelmed and searching for relief. Together, Tanya and Christine explore the connection between stress, grief, hormones, fascia, cellular health, and emotional eating. They share personal stories of loss, recovery, and the surprising ways the body asks us to slow down before burnout takes over. In this episode you'll learn: • Why sugar cravings are often a nervous system issue—not a willpower issue• How chronic stress can create food noise even after years of success• The surprising connection between grief and cravings• What happens when cortisol and DHEA become depleted• Why your body may be asking for recovery instead of more exercise• How fascia work can calm the nervous system and reduce cravings• The role hormones play in emotional eating and weight changes• Why weight gain isn't always fat gain• How circadian rhythms influence blood sugar, energy, and recovery• Christine's six pillars for lasting sugar freedom• Why healing isn't a straight line and setbacks don't equal failure This conversation is a reminder that your body is never working against you. Cravings, fatigue, anxiety, and food obsession are often messages—not character flaws. If you've been struggling with sugar, emotional eating, stress, overwhelm, or feeling like you've "fallen off track," this episode will help you understand what's really happening beneath the surface. SugarFreed Book Details: https://christinetrimpe.com/sugarfreed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristineTrimpeLLC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachchristinetrimpe/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/christinetrimpe Learn more about Tanya's Fascia Release Experiences and Vibrant Living Academy:https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Remember: Healing happens one layer at a time. There is no finish line—only the next opportunity to learn what your body needs. Listen on Spotify, Apple and You Tube If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Peptides Beginner's Guide https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/peptidesbegguide My Favourite Products: LifeWave Phototherapy Patches Using your own light - how cool is that?? to improve your health & wellbeing click here https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/phototherapy Upgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplements Want collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions. Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, click here Luminate click here Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, click here I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat, shop here When you use this coupon https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.
