Very Early Symptoms of Pregnancy
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Food Aversions and Cravings
Food cravings and aversions are extremely common during pregnancy. It is estimated that as many as 50% to 90% of pregnant women have cravings while many have aversions to foods they usually love. This usually starts during the end of the first trimester and intensifies during the second trimester.
Many also experience at least one aversion or repulsion. Those who experience aversions may also have nausea and vomiting. Aversions and cravings are thought to be due to hormones, a need for comfort food, nutritional need, and abnormal taste or sense of smell. Some women start craving for dishes from their upbringing or culture as it helps comfort them. Try to avoid indulging cravings that are bad nutritionally.
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