Are you suddenly craving chocolate, chips or cheesy pasta before your period? You could probably eat an entire pizza or have snacks throughout the day. It is totally normal and honestly, sometimes it ...

Dear Doctors: I’m pretty good about eating a healthy diet. The exception is each month during my period, when all I seem to want is potato chips and ice cream. Is there something going on with my body ...

Period cravings are likely caused by changes in your serotonin levels, and they're very common. It's usually just fine to indulge your cravings, but certain salty or sugary foods may worsen PMS. Opt ...

Many women’s carefully crafted discipline of healthy food habits goes haywire just before their period. As premenstrual emotions and fatigue strike, so do cravings for foods rich in sugar. 1 But why ...

Q: I crave chocolate around the time of my period. Why does this happen? And how can I deal with it? A: Many studies have found that American women report craving chocolate around menstruation, often ...

Foods to eat during your period include fruits, leafy greens, chicken, fish, ginger, seeds, and yogurt. Helpful drinks that may ease period symptoms include water, peppermint tea, and kombucha. Avoid ...

Key points According to one study, only half of the women studied showed increased craving due to hormonal fluctuations. Eighty percent of menopausal women still report chocolate cravings, despite no ...

Premenstrual cravings for sugary or salty food may be caused by inflammation. A study suggests that women who have high levels of inflammatory markers in their blood a week or two before they start ...

Do you crave chocolate when you are hormonal? If so, you aren't alone. I consulted professor of psychology and neuroscience Amy Jo Stavnezer to help demystify this process. Susan Albers: Why does ...