Many people crave sweets, carbohydrates, or chocolate more than usual when they're experiencing depression or stress, because these foods significantly affect their emotional state. The website "Eat This, Not This" published a report stating that there's no need to deprive ourselves of the foods we love, but rather to understand the reasons behind these cravings in such situations to maintain a balanced and nutritious diet. A better understanding of the relationship between food and mood can help us better control these cravings. The report indicated that several factors increase the frequency and intensity of food cravings, including psychological or emotional stress, certain medications, hormonal imbalances (especially during pregnancy or menstruation), and physical and mental health issues (such as type 1 diabetes, depression, eating disorders, etc.). The author explains that this theory attributes cravings to an imbalance of serotonin in the brain, which can lead ...
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