Constant Craving

Cravings for chocolate, bread, cheese, french fries, and similar foods are not random, according to Doreen Virtue. In this book she argues that every craving points to a particular emotion beneath the surface. Once readers identify what a specific craving is trying to say and work with the affirmations she offers, they can begin to break the pattern of eating in response to feelings.

Virtue also reviews research on how different foods affect mood and energy, showing how eating habits can track emotional states. The book teaches readers to perform "food readings" on themselves and on others, a method for interpreting what a given craving means. Its stated aim is to combine emotional, physical, and spiritual approaches so readers can develop a healthier relationship with food and with their appetite.