Digging into a delicious, comforting bowl of pasta can be a real treat, but if you find yourself regularly craving high-carb staples, like pasta or white bread, your body may be experiencing increased levels of fatigue. "When tired, many people crave carbohydrates for a quick energy boost since carbs are our main source of fuel," explains Elizabeth DeRobertis, a registered dietitian. "Carbs boost the 'feel-good' hormone serotonin, and when you eat something high in both carbs and fat, it can trigger the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with feelings of pleasure and reward," she adds. If this is the case, a massage or relaxing bubble bath could be the perfect way to banish your carb craving.
However, there could be a different trigger causing you to dream about carb — one that's completely psychological. "Typically, when someone is on a strict eating plan or has declared certain foods 'off-limits,' they will want them that much more," says DeRobertis, pointing out that many of today's most popular diets are indeed based on cutting out carbs.
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