Cravings for non-food items, may indicate a need for certain nutrients.

Dealing With Cravings During Pregnancy

August 4, 2013 by HealthyFamilies BC

pregnant woman looking into open fridge

Some women experience cravings for certain foods during pregnancy; we've all heard about pickles and ice cream.

But some cravings should be reported to your healthcare provider.

Strange cravings for non-food items, such as ice, clay or starch may indicate a need for certain nutrients. Be sure to report any of these cravings to your healthcare provider immediately. They can usually be stopped with a change in your diet.

For regular food cravings, try healthy snacks like:

raisins and nuts
raw vegetables and dip
crackers and cheese
yogurt and fresh fruit
cereal, with or without milk
milkshake
peanut butter on toast
slice of veggie pizza

Links and Resources

HealthLink BC: Healthy Snacks for Adults
HealthLink BC: Healthy Eating
HealthLink BC: Healthy Eating in Pregnancy

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