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Is it normal that I am having
such strong cravings?
Question
What causes certain intense food cravings during pregnancy? I
could eat Mexican food all day, every day!
Answer
Cravings are caused by elevated hormone levels in your body.
There is no evidence that cravings are your body's way (or the
fetus's way) of telling you what it needs. You needn't feel compelled
to indulge in it. However, most women report at least one food
craving throughout the pregnancy. This is where the "pickles
and ice cream" joke comes from.
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