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I crave frozen foods, cooked meats, berries & ice why?

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Dr. Donald Jacobson
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41 years experience
Pica: This is called pica. It is generally caused by an iron deficiency. Please see your family doctor for appropriate testing including a ferritin level. Best wishes.
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