Why do I crave chocolate on my period?
Key takeaways:
- Increased appetite is common around menstruation, and craving chocolate is commonly reported
- The research behind these cravings is limited, but studies suggest the cause may be cultural rather than biological
- Eating dark chocolate on your period may help ease period cramps
It’s the last few days of your cycle and your period is about to start. Do you go to check the snacks cupboard to make sure there’s chocolate in the house? It’s pretty common to crave sugary or salty food before or during your period. But why does it happen? And is it good to eat chocolate on your period? In this article, we’ll dive deeper into these food-related urges, and why it’s so common to crave chocolate on your period.
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