Food Cravings

For me, it's chocolate. In particular, brownies! God Bless espresso brownies. An older report in The Journal of American Dietetic Association states that chocolate craving can be compensation for a magnesium deficiency. When under stress, the body uses more magnesium than it would normally.

Who knew? Now I have an excuse.

Food cravings can be caused by hormonal changes, long-buried emotional problems, everyday stressors, needs that are unmet, and hunger.

Should you deny cravings? I don't think so, give in--just don't go overboard and become obsessive.

The home remedy for cravings fairly simple and centers around aromatherapy. Rub a drop of essential oil of peppermint, chamomile, or lavender into your temples. If you have sensitive skin, apply a thin layer of lotion before using the oil.

Pass the brownies, please?