Late night snacking gets oversimplified and judged. You've probably heard it before: just stop eating at night. But nobody tells you why those cravings are showing up in the first place or why you feel out of control at the end of the night. Most of the time, late night snacking isn't some random thing that pops up. It's not a character flaw or lack of willpower. It's usually just your body trying to tell you something. In this article, we're breaking down what your body is actually trying to tell you and how you can respond in a way that supports your health and your goals.

Stress eating isn't about willpower or character flaws. It's biology. When cortisol hits and cravings kick in, your body is just doing what it thinks it needs to survive. But that doesn't mean you're stuck in the cycle. We're breaking down why stress eating happens, the common triggers to watch for, and practical tools you can actually use to shift the pattern without restriction or adding more rules to your life.

In this blog post, we’re breaking down the latest episode of Black Iron Radio, where coaches Ryann, Christin, and Maggie tackle one of the most common (and misunderstood) parts of the nutrition journey: cravings. From stress snacking and PMS cravings to navigating office treats and nighttime munchies, this conversation explores why cravings happen and how to manage them without guilt or deprivation. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the all-or-nothing cycle or wondered how to handle cravings without blowing your progress, this episode is packed with practical tips, mindset shifts, and a whole lot of real talk.