Dear Doctors: I’m pretty good about eating a healthy diet. The exception is each month during my period, when all I seem to want is potato chips and ice cream. Is there something going on with my body ...

Q: I crave chocolate around the time of my period. Why does this happen? And how can I deal with it? A: Many studies have found that American women report craving chocolate around menstruation, often ...

Many women’s carefully crafted discipline of healthy food habits goes haywire just before their period. As premenstrual emotions and fatigue strike, so do cravings for foods rich in sugar. 1 But why ...

Do you crave chocolate when you are hormonal? If so, you aren't alone. I consulted professor of psychology and neuroscience Amy Jo Stavnezer to help demystify this process. Susan Albers: Why does ...

Carley Millhone is a writer and editor based in the Midwest who covers health, women's wellness, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications like SELF, Greatist, and PureWow. Qin Rao, MD, is a ...