2006-12-27 06:19:30 · 19 answers · asked by jab92593 5 in Health ➔ Women's Health
I do, and everyone around me wants me to have it, because life is easier for all concerned.
2006-12-27 06:26:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well it's true for some women but not all. I don't know many women who don't care for chocolate, but there are definitely a lot who do love chocolate and crave it before their period or during the first few days.
2006-12-27 06:30:41 · answer #2 · answered by kristin c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do I crave chocolate around my period? Is there some vitamin or mineral my body is craving I can take to ease my craving for chocolate? I eat about six candy bars a day when I go through my menstrual cycle.
The symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) vary from woman to woman. It sounds like you have been hit hard by the craving for sweet foods. We don't know why you crave chocolate around your period, nor do any of the researchers studying the causes of PMS have definitive answers as to why women experience a range of symptoms during the 7 to 10 days before their periods.
Double-blind studies have been carried out to assess whether vitamin and mineral supplements help to alleviate the symptoms of PMS. So far, none have been proven to be beneficial, although taking a vitamin supplement may help some women on an individual basis.
Obviously, your level of chocolate consumption poses a problem for you. So, can we tell you anything positive about curbing your chocolate cravings? You may just have to work hard at avoiding chocolate around this time, or find an acceptable substitute that will satisfy your craving for something sweet. It might help to reduce the number of candy bars gradually, replacing them with a different, healthier sweet, such as fruit or low-fat frozen yogurt.
If you are willing to put a little extra time and effort into solving this problem, keep a diary for a few months in which you record your feelings, physiological changes (including appetite), diet, and exercise habits. This may help you in pinpointing when the cravings begin so you will be prepared to control them. It may also highlight any other reasons (e.g., mild depression) that may explain your increased cravings for chocolate.
Remember that diet and exercise are important components in controlling the severity of PMS symptoms for many women. It is best to eat a diet rich in complex carbohydrates (whole grains, fruits, and vegies), and to avoid, as best you can, sugar, salt, alcohol, and caffeine, before and during your period. By all means, give a multi-vitamin a try. A regular exercise routine helps to ease the symptoms of PMS, too.
2006-12-27 06:29:51 · answer #3 · answered by binibining pilipina 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some women crave salty and /or sweet foods. Yes.
2006-12-27 06:22:30 · answer #4 · answered by Blunt Honesty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all women actually do. Everyone isn't the same, so they can crave just about anything.
2006-12-27 06:23:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes some, some crave chocolate, some salt
2006-12-27 06:22:19 · answer #6 · answered by 'lil peanut 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yea, that's what happens with me....i always want chocolate then...it has something to do with the hormones though
2006-12-27 06:21:58 · answer #7 · answered by corinna_jessica 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Many women do, but everyone is different. Some women
2006-12-27 06:22:23 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some women do.Some do because of their hormones kick in.
2006-12-27 07:11:38 · answer #9 · answered by Destiny 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
for some women yes
2006-12-27 06:22:21 · answer #10 · answered by KT 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋