Craving sweets is generally considered a bad habit. However, the desire for certain foods is often dictated by the body's need for specific nutrients. What does the body lack when we crave sweets? According to geriatric specialists Dr. Vladimir Khavinson and Dr. Svetlana Trofimova, the reason could be an imbalance in the gut microbiome. The craving for sweets and pastries might indicate that the balance of bacteria in the gut is disrupted, suggesting that the stomach and intestinal bacteria are not functioning as they should.
They indicate that "an increase in sugar intake contributes to the activity of harmful bacteria in the gut."
#### Fatigue and Poor Sleep
The experts note that quick carbohydrates are a source of energy for the brain to function normally, thus improving emotional well-being. Emotions serve as a source of energy for cortical cells. Sleep is considered a crucial part of rest and is essential for the body to recover its strength. Insufficient sleep forces the body to seek sugar for the "stimulation" it craves. Unfortunately, this "recharging" can become a bad habit and not a substitute for the necessary rest.
Doctors recommend improving sleep quality by consuming foods rich in tryptophan, such as turkey, bananas, and nuts.
Moreover, doctors point out that hunger, depression, and smoking negatively affect the sense of taste. If the desire for sweets arises, it may indicate a deficiency of chromium, serotonin, magnesium, and complex carbohydrates in the body.
