Understanding Appetite and How to Support It Naturally
Appetite is more than just hunger. It’s your body’s complex communication system — involving your brain, hormones, gut, emotions, and even your sleep patterns.
When everything is in balance, your appetite helps you nourish your body with what it truly needs.
But when stress, lack of sleep, blood sugar swings, or emotional triggers take over, that same system can become confused — leading to overeating, cravings, or constant snacking even when your body isn’t truly hungry.
💡 What Influences Appetite
Blood sugar levels: When your glucose rises and crashes rapidly, it triggers hunger hormones like ghrelin and neuropeptide Y, pushing you to eat more [1].
Hormones: Leptin (the “I’m full” signal) and ghrelin (the “I’m hungry” signal) can get out of sync due to chronic stress, poor sleep, or processed foods [2].
Emotions & stress: Many people eat to soothe emotions, rather than nourish their bodies [3].
Sleep & energy: Lack of sleep increases cravings for sugar and carbs [4].
Digestive health: A healthy gut microbiome plays a vital role in regulating appetite and satiety hormones [5].
So if you’ve ever thought, “Why do I crave sweets after meals?” or “Why am I always hungry, even when I eat well?” — the answer often lies in your metabolic health, not just your willpower.
🔬 The Science of MetaPWR™ for Appetite Support
The doTERRA MetaPWR™ System was designed to help bring your metabolic and appetite signals back into harmony.
It doesn’t “suppress” appetite — instead, it helps your body naturally regain control of hunger and fullness cues through better glucose management, mindful eating, and cellular support.
Let’s look at how each piece plays a role 👇
🧴 1. MetaPWR™ Metabolic Blend (Oil or Beadlets)
This aromatic and internal blend combines Grapefruit, Lemon, Peppermint, Ginger, and Cinnamon Bark — all researched for their influence on metabolism, digestion, and appetite regulation.
Benefits:
- May reduce feelings of hunger and support mindful eating habits [6]
- Peppermint and citrus components (like limonene) are known to influence appetite centers in the brain and support energy levels [7]
- Pre-clinical research shows this blend may help inhibit fat cell development and support healthy fat metabolism [8]
How to use:
- Add a drop to water before meals
- Take a MetaPWR™ Beadlet when you feel cravings between meals
- Inhale directly from the bottle for an instant refresh and mental reset
💊 2. MetaPWR™ Assist (Supplement)
This is your metabolic meal partner — designed to support healthy blood sugar and appetite balance after eating.
Key ingredients & research:
- Mulberry leaf extract (DNJ): helps slow carbohydrate breakdown and reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes [9]
- Cinnamon bark powder & berberine: shown to support glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity [10]
- Helps prevent that “sugar crash” that triggers intense hunger or cravings later in the day
How to use:
- Take one capsule before your largest meal of the day
- Combine with the oil or beadlets for best results
🧬 3. MetaPWR™ Advantage (Collagen + NMN Supplement)
While this product isn’t directly an appetite regulator, it plays a key supporting role in helping your body stay youthful, energized, and metabolically resilient.
Why it matters:
- Contains NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide), a precursor for NAD⁺ — a molecule essential for cellular energy and metabolism [11]
- Provides 9 types of marine collagen and polyphenols for healthy skin, joints, and energy [12]
- When your cells function better, your body is less likely to misinterpret fatigue as hunger [13]
🌿 The Natural Way to Support Appetite Control
Healthy appetite control isn’t about deprivation — it’s about alignment.
MetaPWR™ helps restore that natural alignment by supporting:
✅ Balanced glucose levels
✅ Fewer energy crashes (and cravings)
✅ Better digestion and fat metabolism
✅ Enhanced mental clarity and focus
✅ More mindful relationship with food
✨ How to Use MetaPWR™ for Best Results
🕗 Morning:
Start your day with a drop of MetaPWR™ oil in water to energize and balance cravings.
🥤 Mid-morning or with breakfast:
Mix MetaPWR™ Advantage (Collagen + NMN Supplement) with water.
This supports your cellular metabolism, energy, and collagen renewal throughout the day — helping your body feel more satisfied and less prone to “energy-based hunger.”
🍽️ Before main meals:
Take one MetaPWR™ Assist capsule 15–30 minutes before your largest meal to support balanced glucose response and appetite control..
🧠 Between meals:
Use beadlets or gum when cravings arise — breathe deeply, reset, and drink water.
💧 Daily routine:
Stay hydrated, rest well, and move your body — the oils and supplements work with your lifestyle, not instead of it.
⚖️ Safety & Side Effects
- Always follow the label directions for each MetaPWR™ product.
- Do not exceed recommended use. Essential oils are highly concentrated and should be used as directed.
- Possible side effects (though uncommon) may include mild digestive upset or throat irritation.
- Individuals taking blood sugar medication, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those with existing medical conditions should consult their healthcare professional before using MetaPWR™ products [14][15].
- MetaPWR™ products are dietary supplements, not medications. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or Health Canada.
They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. - Keep out of reach of children.
🌸 Final Thought
When you support your metabolism at the cellular level, your body remembers how to regulate itself.
That’s what makes MetaPWR™ different — it’s not about suppressing hunger, but helping your body feel balanced, energized, and satisfied from within.
“When your body’s systems are aligned, your natural appetite becomes your ally — not your enemy.”
👉 If you’re ready to experience calmer cravings and balanced energy, click here to order MetaPWR™
🔍 References
- Cummings DE, et al. Role of ghrelin and neuropeptide Y in appetite regulation and energy balance. Nat Rev Neurosci. 2021.
- Friedman JM. Leptin and the regulation of body weight. Annu Rev Nutr. 2019.
- Macht M. How emotions affect eating: A five-way model. Appetite. 2008.
- Spiegel K, et al. Impact of sleep debt on metabolic and endocrine function. Lancet. 1999.
- Torres-Fuentes C, et al. Role of gut microbiota in appetite control and energy homeostasis. Int J Obes. 2017.
- doTERRA. MetaPWR Clinical Overview. 2022.
- doTERRA. MetaPWR Product Information Page. 2022.
- doTERRA Science Blog. MetaPWR Metabolic Blend and Fat Cells. 2022.
- doTERRA. MetaPWR Assist Clinical Trial (15 participants, double-blind). 2022.
- Hu Y, et al. Berberine and cinnamon bark for glucose metabolism improvement. Phytomedicine. 2020.
- Yoshino J, et al. Nicotinamide mononucleotide increases NAD⁺ and improves metabolic function in humans. Nature Metabolism. 2020.
- doTERRA. MetaPWR Advantage Overview. 2023.
- Covarrubias AJ, et al. NAD⁺ and metabolic aging. Cell Metab. 2021.
- doTERRA. MetaPWR FAQ – Safety, Pregnancy, and Use with Medications. 2023.
- Healthline & Mayo Clinic. Berberine, essential oil, and cinnamon safety data. 2023.