[Stop Cravings: The Science of a Balanced Body] [LIVEDEN BALANCE] [Stop Cravings Naturally]

Cravings aren’t a sign of weakness—they’re communication. They are your body’s way of telling you something isn’t right — you have an imbalance. Correct the imbalance and you’ve stopped the craving.

by Heather Holker | Microbiome Health Specialist and Co-Founder of LIVEDEN | 3 minute read

Your body is intelligent. Every craving is its way of saying, “Something is missing.”
When the body is in balance—receiving the nutrients it needs—those signals naturally quiet down.

When it’s not, cravings become louder and more frequent.

Behind the Science

Let’s look at what’s really happening inside your body when you crave different things:

Craving Sugar

Sugar cravings often stem from unstable blood sugar.

When you eat refined carbohydrates or go too long without food, your blood sugar rises and then crashes—leaving you tired, foggy, and in need of a quick pick-me-up. Your brain depends on glucose as its main energy source, so when levels drop, it sends an urgent signal: “Feed me something sweet—now!”

Unfortunately, responding with sugar only perpetuates the rollercoaster. The solution lies in balancing blood sugar naturally—through steady nutrient intake, adequate protein, fiber, and minerals that slow glucose absorption and stabilize energy.

Craving Salt

Salt cravings are one of the clearest signs of mineral deficiency.

Your body uses minerals synergistically—they don’t work in isolation. Sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium all help regulate hydration, nerve function, and muscle contraction.

When one mineral is depleted (often magnesium or potassium), your body craves sodium to rebalance. It’s the body’s way of trying to correct an electrolyte imbalance and restore stability in your cells.

This is why true hydration isn’t just about water—it’s about ionic minerals that help water enter the cells and support energy production.

Craving Simple Carbohydrates

Craving bread, chips, or crackers? That’s your body seeking quick energy.

Simple carbohydrates are rapidly digested and give a short-term boost in blood glucose. But like sugar, this fix is fleeting—it doesn’t solve the underlying imbalance.

Consistent cravings for simple carbs usually point to low cellular energy or nutrient deficiencies—particularly in B vitamins, magnesium, and amino acids that support metabolism and steady energy release.

Craving When You’re Dehydrated

One of the most common—but least recognized—causes of cravings is dehydration.

Water is essential for every process in the body—from nutrient transport to detoxification and energy production. When you’re not properly hydrated, your body can misinterpret the signal for thirst as hunger or cravings, especially for simple carbohydrates or sugary drinks that provide quick fluid or energy.

Even mild dehydration can impact focus, energy, and mood.

By replenishing both water and electrolytes, you restore balance at a cellular level—helping your body stop sending those false “feed me” signals and return to true equilibrium.

Craving Caffeine or Alcohol

Some cravings are learned or addictive.

When we consume stimulating substances like caffeine or alcohol, the brain releases dopamine and serotonin, creating a feel-good chemical reward loop.

Over time, we begin to crave the substance—not for nourishment—but to recreate that chemical “high.” This doesn’t mean we lack willpower; it means the body has adapted to what we repeatedly give it.

(We’ll dive deeper into this in a future post on breaking free from addictive cravings—because remember, it’s your health. You have the power.)

Cravings Are Not a Weakness

Cravings are your body’s built-in signal that something is off. When you correct the imbalance, the craving disappears.

“A balanced body doesn’t crave.” – Heather Holker

The LIVEDEN Difference

LIVEDEN BALANCE™ was formulated to do exactly what its name promises—bring the body into balance.

When the body is properly nourished, cravings fade because your systems are supported at their foundation: the gut microbiome.

Good microbiome health is critical for balance because nutrient absorption is everything. You can eat the healthiest food in the world, but if your gut isn’t functioning properly, your body can’t absorb the vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients it needs to thrive.

That’s why LIVEDEN BALANCE™ is made to heal and restore the gut microbiome—your foundation for nutrient absorption.

Its synergistic blend of plant-based proteins, whole-earth foods and minerals, prebiotics, probiotics, and adaptogens works to calm inflammation, improve digestion, and strengthen the gut barrier—allowing your body to truly receive and utilize the nutrients you consume.

When Everything is in Balance

When your microbiome, minerals, and metabolism are aligned, cravings fade—and clarity, energy, and calm take their place.

You feel in control of your body—and that is a beautiful thing.

Dial in. Those cravings are little nudges letting you know something isn’t quite right.

Bring the body into balance, and everything changes.

Body Balanced. Life Changed.™