Pregnancy cravings are rooted in both science and psychology.
That can quickly change into intense food cravings by the second trimester (viaWhat To Expect).
Othercommon pregnancy cravingsinclude cheese, yogurt, and milk.
But what does it mean if you crave ice when pregnant?
Craving ice can signal a problem
Certain cravings aren’t healthy and can signal a problem.
Believe it or not, one such craving is ice, which seems innocent enough.
When you crave ice, it can meanthat you have pica (viaHealthline).
There are different types of pica, and, when you crave ice, it’s known as pagophagia.
It’s a signal that something in your body needs to be addressed, usually mental issues or malnutrition.
One of the more common causes of pica is being anemic due to insufficient levels of iron.
Whenever you crave any items that aren’t food, it’s important to share that with your doctor.
If anemia is detected, your doctor will add iron to your diet.
In those cases, psychotherapy and coaching can help alleviate stress in a healthy way.
