During pregnancy, it is common for women to experience some cravings due to nutrient deficiencies. For example, when a woman has low sugar levels, her body may crave sweet foods such as chocolate. Similarly, if the pregnant woman has a lack of calcium, she will crave cheese; while if she has a lack of sodium, she may crave potato chips.
However, it is totally untrue that unsatisfied pregnancy cravings will lead to birthmarks in the baby.
Read the full article on: Truths and lies about nutrition in pregnancy ( 72).
By Claudia Flores M.D. (gynaecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 05/28/2024
