Do you ever find yourself wanting a certain food and you need have it right this second? If yes, then your body might be sending you a message that your hormones might be out of balance. If you are under stress and have cravings, this can be related to adrenal function, which, if not addressed, can lead to exhaustion. You may crave sweets and salty foods, and drink more caffeine during the day. Finding successful ways to handle stress and adding the proper adrenal support is important. Cravings can also be associated with the menstrual cycle in women and may be in addition to depression, irritability, and/ or mood swings. During menstrual cycles, proper nutrition and lifestyle considerations are important to aid in balancing hormones. Cravings can also occur when you’re trying to lose weight. This may occur if you are restricting your diet and not getting the proper nutritional balance.

Dr. Ana M. Cvitko, N.D.
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