Topics Food & eating

Is it normal to want to eat more before your period?

Yep.Totally normal

Yes—wanting to eat more before your period is common. Hormone shifts can affect appetite and cravings, and it can vary from cycle to cycle.

Totally normal. In the days before your period, hormone changes can affect hunger, cravings, mood, and energy, so you may find yourself wanting more food than usual. Some people notice it every cycle; others barely notice a change.

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