Everyone is at risk of experiencing an intense desire for a specific food anytime. But, do you ever wonder why?
Some experts say that the overpowering desire to taste a piece of your favorite Ferrero Rocher at 11 pm can be linked to imbalanced hormones inside your body. Due to low leptin and serotonin, your body would tend to seek a way to normalize its level again, which in turn will make you crave for something that will entice your happiness.
Aside from that, there is still, but one reason why you are having such a powerful desire-your body is telling you something you have to fix.
So what are you craving for this hour?
Chocolates
Considered as the most craved food by all, craving for chocolate can be an indication that you are emotionally burdened and unstable. The American Chemical Society conducted research, posted on Science Daily, that shows how chocolate bars have chemicals on it that can help improve the body's dopamine and serotonin levels, hormones that could help us feel happy. Chocolates also have theobromine and magnesium, effective to shake off your stress.
Sweets
Love to satisfy your sweet tooth? Then you might be feeling exhausted or tired without you knowing. A research proved that people who are physically tired would tend to eat more calories as compared to those who are not. Since sweets have more calories in it, the body would indirectly push you towards it more. Unfortunately, eating sweets is unhealthy. Though it could give you a boost, it still won't be able to give you the strength your body needs that will endure until the latter part of your day.
Chips
Craving for something salty is a sign that you are deficient of some important minerals needed for your body to survive. According to NCBI, a study backs this up, which explains that women who tend to crave for salty foods have abnormally low zinc, magnesium and calcium levels. So, if you want to skip eating too many salty foods, make sure to eat healthier alternatives that have these nutrients in it. Banana and milk are a good start.
Do you want to be healthy? If you do, don't just eat the right kind of food and finish your daily exercise routines. You should also listen to your body as well.
Keeping this information in mind can help you big time in understanding what your body is telling you. So never forget these. It's always better to keep this handy.
