In this episode, Ayurvedic Practitioner Paula Trott helps us rethink cravings — not as willpower issues, but as signals from the body. She explains why cravings show up, how the nervous system shapes what we reach for, and why some meals leave us unsatisfied even when they’re “healthy.”

We explore:

-Difference between wants and needs

-Three types of cravings

-How the Six Tastes bring clarity

-Why plant diversity matters and three simple ways to adjust a meal so your body feels supported

Paula’s approach is warm, accessible, and deeply practical. If you’ve ever felt confused by your cravings, this conversation will help everything click.

Paula M. Trott (AWC, AP, ARP) is an Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner and the founder of AYU Shift. After a successful career co-founding a specialized logistics firm, Paula turned to Ayurveda to navigate her journey through burnout and systemic stress. She describes Ayurveda as the "User's Manual for the Human Operating System" that she was never given. Today, through her IN-sight framework, she helps neurodivergent and highly sensitive adults decode their internal signals to restore energy and feel truly at home in their bodies. Based in Rogers, Arkansas, Paula offers a soft, grounded approach to vitality that moves beyond rigid rules and into genuine internal clarity.

Website: AYUSHIFT.com

Instagram: @IamPaulaMTrott

Free Resource: The Cravings Guide