Although pregnancy cravings are common, not everyone has them.
It’s estimated that more than half of pregnant people have food cravings during pregnancy (viaInsider).
Yet, there are some ideas and the main theories center around hormones and nutrition (viaHealthline).
Whether pregnancy food cravings result from hormonal changes or nutrition deficiencies is an ongoing debate.
On the other hand, early pregnancy brings about intense hormonal swings which can affect your taste.
In early pregnancy, craving junk food is common.
On top of that, the food combinations may be very different from what you would typically eat.
If possible, try swapping out junk for a healthier substitute (viaThe Bump).
Instead of potato chips, make some homemade popcorn.
If you’re craving sweets, try fruit before you grab a candy bar.
In place ofice cream, opt for frozen yogurt with natural ingredients.
