WHAT YOUR CRAVINGS TELL YOU ABOUT YOUR DEFICIENCIES?

BY - rivanshi rakhrai

Food craving is an intense desire for a specific food. This desire can seem uncontrollable, and may cause a person to crave typically unhealthy foods

In some cases, food cravings may lead a person to desire junk foods. Food cravings are extremely common, with more than 90% of people experiencing them

Sometimes, food cravings are just the body's way of telling you about your health. We live in a world where cravings have gained all the negative reputation

Have you ever wondered why such bizarre cravings hit you? Well, it is a sign that something is missing from your diet

1. Sugar Craving

Sugar cravings indicate blood sugar imbalances and mineral deficiencies like chromium and magnesium

2. Salt Craving

Salt craving is the result of stress hormone fluctuations and low levels of electrolytes

3. Chocolate Craving

Chocolate cravings usually mean your body is craving more magnesium. Cocoa is extremely high in magnesium

4. Carbs Craving

Food cravings for pasta, bread, and other carbohydrates are a clear indication that your body needs nitrogen

5. Tea/Coffee Craving

The incessant desire for coffee and tea indicates a sulphur or iron deficiency

6. Oily/Fatty Food Craving

If you're craving oily and fatty foods, your body is craving fat. Our body needs fat in order to keep cells healthy and protect organs