Question 1

how can i manage my cravings in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Find a common theme: Some cravings in pregnancy are strange and hard to explain.  But some can reflect a dietary need.  Make a list of what you crave and see if there are any common themes.  Bring the list to your doctor's appointment and discuss them.  Sometimes, a nutritionist may help shed some light on what you crave may reflect.

Question 2

when do pregnancy cravings usually start?

Accepted Answer

Pregnant: I would talk this over with your mother and older sisters.
Age 17 is young for pregnancy but I am sure your family won't trouble you.
Listen to their stories.

Question 3

what can i do for cravings during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Healthy eating: Healthy eating and appropriate snacks.  Frequent small snacks will help avoid the out of control eating.  You've heard "you need what you crave".  Wrong!  no one needs a dozen jelly donuts or a gallon of ice cream!  much still depends on discipline.  Remember a few months of discipline can equal a life time without a weight struggle.

Question 4

is it normal to have cravings during pregnancy?

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Yes: Yes very common.  Be careful with your cravings especially if they are for junk food or unhealthy food.  Remember to eat healthy, lots of fruits and vegetables.

Question 5

why am i having unusual food cravings in pregnancy?

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No one knows: Weird food cravings are common in pregnancy. Some people even crave non-edible items (PICA) like dirt. It is ok to crave and eat different foods in pregnancy as long as they are healthy and as long as they are actually food substances.

Question 6

are pregnancy food cravings and aversions for real?

Accepted Answer

Many people have it.: Many pregnant women have this --quite common actually. We don't truly understand why, but possibly because of the rapid hormonal changes associated with pregnancy. Some become somewhat anemic and thus can crave/chew ice etc...
So, ask around...I am sure there are many women around your neighborhood....
Good luck on your pregnacy, if you are...

Question 7

aside from pregnancy what could cause weird food cravings?

Accepted Answer

See below: Some nutritionists and healthcare practitioners believe that certain cravings are meaningful. For example, cravings for ice and bizarre substances like dirt and cigarette butts (a condition called pica have been linked to an iron deficiency – even though none of those items contain significant amounts of iron. Some physicians believe it's a lack of minerals but no one really knows..

Question 8

what are your favorite food cravings during your pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Ice cream: Both my wife and i craved ice cream during both pregnancies.

Question 9

is it ok to eat raw flour during pregnancy. i have started craving it.

Accepted Answer

No: Cravings for specific foods are generally an indication of a vitamin or mineral deficiency.  Please indicate to your prenatal care provider that you are having these specific cravings.  Your provider is likely to recommend further testing to determine if you have a nutritional deficiency that can be corrected.

Question 10

can i eat pickled sausage and pickled eggs during pregnancy i've been craving it ?

Accepted Answer

Sure: They are not the healthiest food in the world but not restricted during pregnancy

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