Your Sugar Cravings Could Be a Sign of Weak Bones w/ Gina Worful + BoneCoach™ Osteoporosis & Osteopenia

**Are your sugar cravings actually a sign your body needs something deeper?** **Why do so many women feel stuck in cycles of self-sabotage around food and health?** **And could stress, low serotonin, or nutrient deficiencies be driving your cravings?** **In this episode of the Bone Coach™ Podcast, Kevin Ellis sits down with registered dietitian and mindfulness expert Gina Worful to unpack the real science behind cravings, willpower, stress, serotonin, and nervous system regulation.** **You’ll learn why cravings are often biological signals instead of personal failures, how stress impacts appetite, and why nutrients like magnesium, calcium, and vitamin D support both mood and bone health.** **Gina also breaks down the 4 different types of cravings and practical ways to stop feeling powerless around food.** **Topics Covered** **00:00 Introduction to food cravings and self-sabotage** **02:06 Why most diets fail long-term** **02:38 The problem with using willpower to stop cravings** **08:15 Why curiosity works better than shame around food** **10:30 How your environment shapes eating habits** **12:26 Navigating healthy eating with family and partners** **16:00 The 4 different types of cravings explained** **17:00 Food-based cravings and low blood sugar** **20:57 Serotonin deficiency and sugar cravings** **24:25 Nutrients that support both serotonin and bone health** **24:39 Stress, cortisol, and nervous system cravings** **29:00 Emotional eating and subconscious food memories** **33:00 Practical tools to stop feeling powerless around food** **37:55 Gina’s work building homes for families in Mexico** **41:12 The universal connection between people and healing** **Resources Mentioned** **Mastering Mindfulness Institute**  **https://masteringmindfulness.institute** **Gina Worful Instagram**  https://www.instagram.com/gina.worful/ **Free Resources From Bone Coach™** **=>>**FREE Stronger Bones Masterclass (Gain Access Now!) **=>>**FREE 7-Day Osteoporosis Kickstart **=>>**Apply to join the Stronger Bones Solution Program w/ the Bone Coach™ Team **Want More Content Like This?** **Hit the “Subscribe” button so you never miss an episode.**  **If this resonated with you, leave a comment and share this with another woman navigating menopause or bone loss.** **Medical Disclaimer** **The information contained within this episode should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare team before making changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.**