Why Intermittent Fasting Isn’t What You Think

What if your cravings had nothing to do with food—and everything to do with your mind?

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real reasons we struggle with food, cravings, and stubborn weight gain—and trust me, it’s not because you’re lacking willpower. I reveal why true, lasting health starts in the mind, not in your meal plan.

I share how our thoughts, stress hormones, and emotional patterns quietly shape our eating habits—and how to break free from the cycle of overeating and guilt. You’ll learn about the hidden impact of the “scarcity mindset,” the role stress plays in driving cravings, and how one simple tool I call the “Power Pause” can help you finally regain control.

If you’ve ever felt like no matter what you try, nothing sticks—this episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself. Your body isn’t broken. There is another way, and it starts here.

Topics Covered:

• Intermittent Fasting Windows for Health and Weight Management
• Intermittent Fasting: Healing Through Hormone Balance and Autophagy
• Understanding Insulin's Role in Energy Storage and Release
• Adapting to Intermittent Fasting and Hormonal Changes
• Breaking Food Addiction and Achieving Sustainable Weight Loss
• Intermittent Fasting Considerations for Diabetics and Eating Disorders
• Building Lifelong Fitness Habits Through Adaptability
• Adapting Eating Habits for Social Connection

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of starting over, this episode is for you. It’s not your fault—and there is a way out. Let’s explore it together.

Let’s get something straight—If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of cravings, weight struggles, and energy crashes…

It’s not your fault.

Your body isn’t broken. It’s just trying to survive.And the reason it feels like food has control over you?

Your hormones are running the show.

That’s why I’m inviting you to my free 3-day masterclass:

Control Your Hormones – Conquer Your CravingsBecause when you understand what’s happening in your body, everything changes.

In just 3 sessions, you’ll learn exactly what’s keeping your cravings, appetite, and metabolism stuck—and how to finally reset your body (and your mind) for freedom and ease.

>> Reserve your spot here: www.sherryshaban.com/masterclassYou don’t need to fight harder. You just need the right approach.

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