Your appetite changes throughout the month due to hormonal shifts. Oestrogen and progesterone levels affect hunger signals ...

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 ...

If you feel extra bloated right before you get your periods, you're not alone. Khushi explains why this happens and shares ...

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 ...

Your chocolate craving before your period is not random. Experts explain the science behind those irresistible chocolate cravings before and during your period. Read Time: 6 min When period pain hits, ...

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 ...

That awkward moment when you realize you're due for your period next week and just can't stop eating... You can thank your hormones, specifically cortisol and serotonin. Nutritionists Stephanie Clarke ...

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 ...

What you consume before and during your period is important in ensuring that your body remains healthy during and after your periods (Shutterstock) Periods form part of the worst times for any woman.

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