Pregnancy cravings can span the gustatory gamut from pickles toiceto dirt.
But for some people (including vegans), pregnancy comes with an unrelenting hunger for flesh.
So what exactly drives a vegan to order a burger?
And as the fetus grows, so should the cravings.
Unfortunately, there’s no evidence to support either hypothesis (viaFrontiers in Psychology).
Existing research on food cravings indicates that, in Japan, people experiencing PMS most crave rice.
In North America, the number one reported craving is chocolate.
Foods also connect us to our emotions.
Fortunately, pregnant vegans can keep their nutrient levels without turning to animal products.
Boost your iron by reaching leafy greens andalmonds.
Swap that milk for tofu.
Longing for some savory umami?
Choose mushrooms over meat (viaHealth).
