Quit Sugar: Why Snack Food Swaps Don’t Work Long-Term

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Have you tried swapping cookies for energy balls or chips for trail mix—only to find your sugar cravings come roaring back? You’re not alone. While snack food swaps are common advice, they often miss the bigger picture.

In this video, registered dietitian Kristen Yarker explains why food swaps may help short-term but frequently fail to reduce sugar cravings long-term. Drawing on decades of clinical experience, she outlines what actually drives cravings—and the more effective strategies to help you feel satisfied, regain control around sugar, and stop the cycle of overeating.

Quit Sugar Cravings: How Poor Sleep Drives Sugar Cravings

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If you’re starting solids with your baby, you’ve likely heard strong opinions about Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) versus Have you tried to quit sugar, only to feel pulled right back by powerful cravings? One often-overlooked factor may be your sleep.

In this video, registered dietitian Kristen Yarker explains the science-backed connection between sleep quality and sugar cravings. You’ll learn how not getting enough restorative sleep can drive appetite, energy crashes, and cravings—and what to focus on instead so quitting sugar feels more manageable.

Quit Sugar Cravings: How Your Morning Coffee Causes the Afternoon Slump

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Do you hit a wall mid-afternoon and find yourself reaching for something sugary just to get through the day? You’re not alone—and your morning coffee habit may be playing a bigger role than you realize.

In this video, registered dietitian Kristen Yarker explains the physiology behind the afternoon energy crash and how it connects to sugar cravings. You’ll learn simple, practical changes you can make to your morning routine to stabilize energy, reduce cravings, and feel better through the rest of your day.

Why You Can’t Stick to Your Diet (And How to Fix It)

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Have you ever cleaned up your eating, felt motivated for a while—and then slipped right back into old habits? You’re not alone. In this video, registered dietitian Kristen Yarker explains why this pattern is so common, even among smart, highly motivated people.

Kristen breaks down one key mistake that often derails healthy eating efforts and shares a more effective, evidence-based approach to building habits that actually last. This video is ideal for adults who want a sustainable, realistic way to eat well—without falling into the cycle of restriction, burnout, and starting over.