Once we identify the foods that cause us physical discomfort, we may have to break the cravings we have for them before eliminating or cutting back on them. To do this we have to be able to distinguish the difference between a craving and real hunger.
Hunger is a survival response. It is the body’s way of alerting us to the fact that we need fuel. It intensifies over time. It does not pass until it is satisfied.
A craving is not brought about by actual hunger. It a strong desire for something triggered by a memory, emotion, or association. It will eventually go away if we take our mind off of it. A craving is usually a sign of some deeper issue and will dissipate after that issue is resolved.