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Craving Salty Foods
Craving Salty Foods (Overview)
Craving salty foods is the hunger and strong desire for things that taste salty. This can be a sign that there are problems with the kidneys that are causing the salt levels in the body to be low.
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Can eating sugary foods make your poop smell sweet?
No: Sugary foods give rise to taste only. ...Read more
Craving Salty Foods (Overview)
Craving salty foods is the hunger and strong desire for things that taste salty. This can be a sign that there are problems with the kidneys that are causing the salt levels in the body to be low.
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Why am I craving salty foods? Is it just because they taste so good?
Could be, or: It could mean you're pregnant or dehydrated or that you're addicted to salty snacks. It could mean you have a mineral deficiency or an electrolyte of balance. Or maybe you've been trying to cut back and old habits die hard! ...Read more
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Craving salty foods (Tip)
The less work you have to put into preparing your food, the saltier it is likely to be. ...See more
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Treating Food Poisoning (Checklist)
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Do alcoholics crave salt?
No: No more than anyone else craves salt. (unless margaritas are the drink of choice and then, only around the rim of the glass). ...Read more
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Ideas to avoid food cravings?
Distraction: Find another healthy activity to replace them - eat healthy snacks such as fruits and vegetables throughout the day. Drink lots of water. ...Read more
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Craving salty foods (Tip)
Low salt diet does not equal low taste diet. The are lots of alternatives to salty snacks. ...See more
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Why do I crave sugary foods, especially drinks?
Addictive: Because sugar, fat and salt are all addictive. You crave them because you like them. It will be particularly true if you're overweight as your body will have to secrete large amounts of Insulin to return your glucose level to normal after a meal. Lose weight, and your cravings with lessen. ...Read more
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Are cravings for sweet and salty foods connected to anaemia?
Usually not: The most common cause of anemia is iron deficiency usually from chronic blood loss (heavy menstrual periods in women or unsuspected bleeding from the stomach or colon). Iron deficiency seems to induce a craving in the diet for something that resembles metallic qualities of iron (hardness, taste or color) - ice cubes or chips, hard candy, or even inedible things like dirt. This is called pica. ...Read more
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Wife nauseous w/ food aversions. Crave lean meat, salty food, and choc. No chkn,pork,fish. Headache/Nausea leaves w/ right food. PregTest=No,whats up?
Get her seen: Whenever headache and nausea do not have an obvious cause, it is first necessary to rule disease of the brain in or out. Don't focus on food choices; this is probably not the key. A competent physician needs to work this up. ...Read more
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Is takeout chinese food without msg low salt?
Not necessarily: Msg is a flavor enhancer which intensifies the flavors of food. Salt is a food additive for flavor as well as preservation and is a different chemical compound-nacl. ...Read more
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Craving salty foods (Tip)
Some fast food places offer an apple as a side instead of french fries. ...See more
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Is it healthier to eat junk foods (eg. fried foods, potato chips, candy) occasionally or avoid them altogether?
Agree w' : Dr Fairchild. Many of the junk foods however contain ingredients that are addictive (corn syrup). For some people, when they eat a little they can't stop or they will eat more the next day and the cravings will continue. If once you take a little, you have trouble stopping or find that within a few days you are taking a little more, try to stay clear you may be addicted to something in the junk. ...Read more
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Could eating sugary foods cause acne?
No: The link between diet and acne is weak, the strongest being with dairy as a cause and even this is soft. If you have to ask, you should be taking advantage of what real science can offer for prophylaxis. Topical benzoyl peroxide 5% once a day to prevent, or 2x/day to treat; if not clear after this, your personal physician has many options. ...Read more
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Craving salty foods (Tip)
It's a myth that: if i don't add salt to my food, I have a low salt diet. ...See more
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Bad nausea after eating fried foods?
Fat food nausea: 1.Stop eating them 2. Ask about gall stones in all of you family members. 3.Discuss with Dr. ...Read more
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Is chewing gum or eating fruit okay when i'm craving sweets?
Yes,,,,but...: Chew sugarless gum or gum sweetened with xylitol is the best. Fruit is healthy, but it still contains sugar. If you can't brush after you eat fruit chew the gum...It will help increase salivary flow which helps prevent cavities. ...Read more
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Craving salty foods (Tip)
Myth: food without salt is boring. Fact: other exciting flavors emerge when not blocked by salt. ...See more
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Foods to eat having ibs? Meats? Fruits? Snacks?
Diet and IBS: Dietary triggers for ibs symptoms are individualized, ; it's worthwhile keeping a food diary to see if correlates with certain foods. In general, GI stimulants (caffeine) ; dietary fats often precipitate ibs-like complaints. About a third of ibs patients tolerate poorly dietary fiber sources. Peppermint is well studied as a smooth muscle relaxer, ; often eases ibs distress (but may worsen gerd). ...Read more
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Craving salty food like potato chips and such, what does this mean?
All kinds of things: It could mean you're pregnant or dehydrated or that you're addicted to salty snacks. It could mean you have a mineral deficiency or an electrolyte of balance. Or maybe you've been trying to cut back and old habits die hard! ...Read more
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Can we drink cold choco coffee before eating burger(with onion)?
I tried looking up: 'choco coffee' & it does not appear to be a proprietary blend. With that said- I am not aware of any contraindication to this plan. ...Read more
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Is eating potato chips everyday unhealthy?
Moderation: While daily potato chips daily won't poison you, they are not the healthiest snack choice, as they are high in fat, sodium and calories. Why not moderate your intake of potato chips with fruit and nuts as snack choices? ...Read more
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Why can eating sugary foods between meals be unhealthy?
Junk food: Can lead to dental decay. Can effect appetite so that one is not as hungry for actual meal. These are not quality carbohydrates. The calories add up. ...Read more
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Eating spicy foods or acidic foods makes my chest/heart hurt..Possible cause?
Reflux : Common with spices foods caffeine sources and alcohol if occasional liquid antacid good for immediate relief. If chronic should see physician. ...Read more
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Can eating junk food/fast foods give you anxiety?
Anxiety: Not directly. But if you have indirect feelings regarding body image, obesity, or over all health, can cause some feelings of anxiety. ...Read more
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How to stop craving junk food?
Junk food: Dont start eating it in the first place. Don't watch TV ads. Learn how it will kill you. Get the DASH diet book and follow it. here is book numbef ISBN 9780743410076 good luck ...Read more
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Does eating salty foods make lymphedema worse?
Possibly: A high salt diet can cause water retention and may increase lymphedema but the underlying problem is inadequate movement of the legs to cause the fluid ti pool in the legs. ...Read more
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Why am I craving salty foods? Is it just because they taste so good?
Could be, or: It could mean you're pregnant or dehydrated or that you're addicted to salty snacks. It could mean you have a mineral deficiency or an electrolyte of balance. Or maybe you've been trying to cut back and old habits die hard! ...Read more
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Craving salty food like potato chips and such, what does this mean?
All kinds of things: It could mean you're pregnant or dehydrated or that you're addicted to salty snacks. It could mean you have a mineral deficiency or an electrolyte of balance. Or maybe you've been trying to cut back and old habits die hard! ...Read more
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Is it possible to crave food due to pregnancy at only 7dpo (days past ovulation)? Today I have been craving salty food like popcorn, olives and feta
Impossible: The pregnant body does not have any physical connection or communication with the new fetus for about fourteen days after conception. So no, these symptoms are not related to a pregnancy. ...Read more
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Reactive hypoglycemia due to adrenal fatigue.On low-glycemic diet(day 2).Craving for sugar+salty foods.Is it normal?How long it takes 2 recover fully?
complex problem: Adrenal fatique/insufficiency is rare, especially in your age group. Okay to ask your doc about adrenal replacement to help control these symptoms. Take friend/family with you to ask questions, understand your doc. Recovery will be related to replacement adrenal therapy. Be well. ...Read more
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Are cravings for sweet and salty foods connected to anaemia?
Usually not: The most common cause of anemia is iron deficiency usually from chronic blood loss (heavy menstrual periods in women or unsuspected bleeding from the stomach or colon). Iron deficiency seems to induce a craving in the diet for something that resembles metallic qualities of iron (hardness, taste or color) - ice cubes or chips, hard candy, or even inedible things like dirt. This is called pica. ...Read more
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Avoid salt. Now i'm mainly craving salt or any salty foods. Does anyone know why?
Salt: When your body does not get enough salt your brain tells you to go and find salt and correct the desire for salt. Discuss with your Dr. ...Read more
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Please advise how to satisfy my salty food cravings?
Products: You can try different products such as lite salt or no salt. There are also different spice combinations that may help such as ms. Dash. Try looking at the spice aisle in your grocery. ...Read more
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I'm craving salt a lot. Not salty foods, just plain salt back to the cupboard all the time to sneak a bit of salt?
Salt craving:
Pregnant?
Or Addison's Disease.
Discuss with your Dr.
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Everytime I eat salty foods, I have to have something sweet afterwards. Why such a habit?
UNDO HABIT: Habits are things we repetetively do without thinking. We have to consciously choose different or we do things without reason. There is no reason to eat salty and then sweet. Counterbalancing unconsciousy generally means we are overdoing one thing and try to swing to the other side. If you eat everything in moderation and for a reason, then you are eating a meal. Choose to undo. ...Read more
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Does eating salty foods make lymphedema worse?
Possibly: A high salt diet can cause water retention and may increase lymphedema but the underlying problem is inadequate movement of the legs to cause the fluid ti pool in the legs. ...Read more
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My BP is staying around 138/93. I don't eat a lot of salty foods and I drink plenty of water. Should I see my dr?
Yes: Your systolic is in the higher range of normal and the diastolic is above the recommended level. Hypertension is diagnosed by measuring the blood pressure in 3 separate settings by a health professional. I agree with your instinct to have your blood pressure checked by your doctor to ensure that you either have normal BP or need medications ...Read more
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How can I stop retaining water? No salty foods but i'm still retaining water like crazy. I do exercise 5 days a week.
See doctor: There are many possible reasons for fluid retention, including hormonal, heart and kidney problems. See a doctor to get evaluated. Good that you're avoiding salt and getting regular exercise. ...Read more
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