You eat well all day… and then 9 PM hits — and suddenly, the snack drawer is calling your name. Sound familiar? You’re not alone — and this struggle isn’t about lacking willpower. For midlife women, late-night cravings often stem from blood sugar crashes, hormonal shifts, and habit loops.
In this episode, I’m breaking down 4 smart, simple tips to help you reduce nighttime snacking by balancing your blood sugar and honoring your body’s real needs — without shame or guilt.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why late-night cravings are not a failure of willpower ✅ How hormonal shifts in midlife (like estrogen and progesterone changes) impact your cravings and insulin response ✅ The importance of front-loading your protein during the day ✅ How to create a gentle “kitchen closed” ritual to signal rest ✅ What to snack on if you need something at night (no sugar crashes!) ✅ Non-food ways to unwind and soothe your nervous system ✅ How what happens at 9 PM affects how you feel at 9 AM
Let’s Connect: 💬 Loved this episode? Email me at robyn@robynpolk.co and tell me which tip you’re trying first! 📩 Want support breaking your nighttime snacking habit for good? Let’s chat — book a free discovery call here: [HERE]
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