According to nutritionist Irina Zabavina, one of the reasons for the uncontrollable need for sweets can be psycho-emotional stress, stress.
Zabavina said in an interview that many people “eat” spiritual discomfort with sweets.
“Eating in cases of anxiety, stress and loneliness is a kind of compensation, support for oneself,” the nutritionist explained.
In an interview with Moslenta, the specialist added that cravings for sweets can be felt more strongly when overworked or with a deficiency of nutrients, micronutrients – such as magnesium. In addition, it may be caused by a lack of tryptophan, an amino acid that stimulates the production of the “hormone of joy” serotonin. Zabavina stated that the use of foods containing magnesium and tryptophan can help get rid of addiction to sweets.
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At the same time, the expert noted that There is no need to completely exclude sweet foods from the diet – in a small amount they can become a good source of energy, support brain function.
The doctor named the reasons for cravings for sweets
“The body needs glucose and fructose as an energy material for nerve cells and the brain. These useful substances can be obtained from berries, apples, whole grain bread and dried fruits,” Zabavina specified.
Earlier, the MedikForum.ru portal wrote that lentils are one of the best foods for women over the age of 40.
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