Why we having food cravings

25/06/2009 by admin.

Continuing on with the subject of food cravings, one of the key times that they hit is during the afternoon.  This happens because our blood glucose levels have fallen, which causes us to lack in energy so we crave something which is going to give us an energy boost.

In the winter, we often crave more carbohydrates to give us an energy boost.  We also crave food when we are stressed as many of us are programmed to link food with feeling good.  The problem is that the feeling only lasts as long as the chocolate bar or cake that you are eating. 

Women also crave carbohydrates such as chocolate prior to or during their menstrual cycle.  This is partly because they burn more calories at this time so feel the need for an energy boost.  Also, it is suggested that women eat more sugary food during this time in an attempt to reduce the negative feelings of PMS by raising their serotonin levels (which make you feel better). 

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