{"id":23680,"date":"2021-06-16T18:05:33","date_gmt":"2021-06-16T18:05:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=23680"},"modified":"2024-12-23T10:50:25","modified_gmt":"2024-12-23T10:50:25","slug":"craving-eggs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/","title":{"rendered":"Craving Eggs: Laying Out All the Whys"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#What_Does_It_Mean_When_You_Crave_Eggs\" >What Does It Mean When You Crave Eggs?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#You_May_Have_Vitamin_B-12_Deficiency\" >You May Have Vitamin B-12 Deficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#What_Are_the_Causes_of_Vitamin_B-12_Deficiency\" >What Are the Causes of Vitamin B-12 Deficiency?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#What_Are_the_Signs_and_Symptoms_of_Vitamin_B-12_Deficiency\" >What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Vitamin B-12 Deficiency?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#How_to_Prevent_Vitamin_B-12_Deficiency\" >How to Prevent Vitamin B-12 Deficiency<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#You_May_Have_a_Vitamin_D_Deficiency\" >You May Have a Vitamin D Deficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#How_Much_Vitamin_D_Do_You_Need\" >How Much Vitamin D Do You Need?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#What_Causes_Vitamin_D_Deficiency\" >What Causes Vitamin D Deficiency?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#Symptoms_of_Vitamin_D_Deficiency\" >Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#How_to_Prevent_Vitamin_D_Deficiency\" >How to Prevent Vitamin D Deficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#Is_Craving_Eggs_a_Sign_of_Pregnancy\" >Is Craving Eggs a Sign of Pregnancy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#Is_Craving_Eggs_on_Your_Period_Normal\" >Is Craving Eggs on Your Period Normal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#What_to_Do_when_Craving_Eggs\" >What to Do when Craving Eggs?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#What_to_Make_when_Youre_Craving_Eggs\" >What to Make when You\u2019re Craving Eggs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#Why_are_eggs_so_satisfying\" >Why are eggs so satisfying?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#Why_am_I_craving_eggs_at_night\" >Why am I craving eggs at night?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#Is_4_eggs_a_day_too_much\" >Is 4 eggs a day too much?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#Do_eggs_have_vitamin_D\" >Do eggs have vitamin D?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#Do_eggs_reduce_cravings\" >Do eggs reduce cravings?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs are an integral part of a balanced diet. They\u2019re used in many dishes from simple basic breakfasts, to lunch and dinner, as snacks and meal accompaniments, and even in baking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Craving_Eggs_\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether the eggs come from chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, or any other kind of poultry, there\u2019s no denying that they\u2019re a core part of the diet for many people and cultures around the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite eggs being consumed so much, it&#8217;s not common to hear someone say that they crave eggs. If you\u2019ve realized that you have an unexplained desire to constantly consume eggs in whichever form they come in, read on to learn more about why this may be happening to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_It_Mean_When_You_Crave_Eggs\"><\/span><b>What Does It Mean When You Crave Eggs?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a difference between simply wanting to eat an <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stuffed-pepper-with-egg\/\">egg<\/a> or a dish made from eggs and a strong craving for this food. While the latter may be less common, it\u2019s actually something that could be seen as a healthy food craving as eggs are incredibly nutritious.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Craving_Eggs_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-68041\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/466-2800-calorie-meal-plan-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Craving Eggs \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/466-2800-calorie-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/466-2800-calorie-meal-plan-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/466-2800-calorie-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/466-2800-calorie-meal-plan-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/466-2800-calorie-meal-plan.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the nutritional facts for one whole boiled or poached egg (50g) according to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USDA<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/2342629\/nutrients\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories &#8211; 71.5<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total fat &#8211; 4.98 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein &#8211; 6.2 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbohydrates &#8211; 0.48 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sodium &#8211; 64.5 mg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magnesium &#8211; 5.5 mg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calcium &#8211; 24 mg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cholesterol &#8211; 206 mg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phosphorus &#8211; 92 mg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potassium &#8211; 66 mg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Folate- 26.5 mcg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choline &#8211; 134<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selenium &#8211; 15.6 mcg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retinol &#8211; 89.5<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00b5g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lutein and zeaxanthin- 252 mcg<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs also have polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, in addition to trace amounts of vitamins D, K, B-12 and B6, iron, and zinc.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Please note<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The size (weight of an egg) as well as how you cook it can change its calorie, sodium, and macronutrient amounts (i.e. an egg fried in oil and salted has more calories, fats, sodium, (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/2342633\/nutrients\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) etc. than a boiled or poached egg), but regardless of cooking style, an egg still provides a healthy nutritional profile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-breakfast-ideas\/\"><b>keto breakfast ideas<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, learning some egg recipes is a great place to start.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the nutritional chart above, it\u2019s clear to see that eggs are a nutritional powerhouse. But what does a persistent egg craving mean? What could be the reason behind a never-ending urge to keep eating this food? It may not mean anything at all, but here are some potential reasons<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_May_Have_Vitamin_B-12_Deficiency\"><\/span><b>You May Have Vitamin B-12 Deficiency<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/b12-weight-loss\/\">Vitamin B-12<\/a> is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a vital role in bodily functions. The body uses this vitamin for multiple functions such as DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, nerve function, and most importantly, converting food into energy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amount of vitamin B-12 we require in our bodies varies depending on age. Here\u2019s a sample of the recommended limits for different age groups (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infants up to babies aged six months &#8211; 0.4 mcg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Babies aged 7 to 12 months &#8211; 0.5 mcg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children aged 1 to 3 years &#8211; 0.9 mcg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children aged 4 to 8 years &#8211; 1.2 mcg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children aged 9 to 13 years &#8211; 1.8 mcg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teenagers aged 14 to 18 years &#8211; 2.4 mcg every day, 2.6 mcg daily if pregnant, and 2.8 mcg if breastfeeding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adults &#8211; 2.4 mcg daily, 2.6 mcg if pregnant, and 2.8 mcg if breastfeeding<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighing you down for way too long, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Craving_Eggs_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">start using the BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Causes_of_Vitamin_B-12_Deficiency\"><\/span><b>What Are the Causes of Vitamin B-12 Deficiency?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While a deficiency of this vitamin is not common, it can still occur. Some factors that can lead to a vitamin B-12 deficiency include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your body\u2019s inability to absorb the vitamin, especially with aging. Older people sometimes produce less hydrochloric acid in their stomach, which makes it harder for them to absorb this vitamin through food.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach or intestinal surgery\u00a0that leads to the removal of part or all of the stomach. This leads to reduced production of hydrochloric acid and intrinsic factor, two main components that help with vitamin B-12 absorption.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autoimmune diseases, especially pernicious anemia and atrophic gastritis, which cause the body to have little to no production of hydrochloric acid and intrinsic factor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach and intestinal disorders such as celiac disease or Crohn\u2019s disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diets such as veganism or vegetarianism that call for the consumption of little to no animal foods<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain medications (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.e-acnm.org\/journal\/view.html?uid=11&amp;vmd=Full&amp;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy drinking (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20206879\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10096942\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Craving_Eggs_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-68426\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4835-7-day-meal-plan-for-runners-2-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Craving Eggs \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4835-7-day-meal-plan-for-runners-2.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4835-7-day-meal-plan-for-runners-2-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4835-7-day-meal-plan-for-runners-2.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4835-7-day-meal-plan-for-runners-2-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4835-7-day-meal-plan-for-runners-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Signs_and_Symptoms_of_Vitamin_B-12_Deficiency\"><\/span><b>What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Vitamin B-12 Deficiency?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B-12 deficiency can trigger various symptoms. The most common are confusion, fatigue, and memory issues. However, these symptoms aren\u2019t enough to signify that you have a vitamin B-12 deficiency.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may be accompanied by other symptoms such as loss of appetite, weight loss, and constipation. In some cases, the symptoms may escalate and include neurological changes such as tingling in the feet and hands and numbness. Other people may also have difficulties maintaining balance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/vitamin-b12-or-folate-deficiency-anaemia\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In infants, this deficiency may show up through signs such as vomiting, lethargy, failure to thrive, hypotonia, anorexia, irritability, apathy, arrest or regression of developmental skills, abnormal movements, and megaloblastic anemia (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/publications.aap.org\/pediatrics\/article-abstract\/99\/2\/255\/64710\/Vitamin-B12-Deficiency-A-Cause-of-Abnormal?redirectedFrom=fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/nutritionreviews\/article-abstract\/66\/5\/250\/1909427?redirectedFrom=fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B12 deficiencies should be diagnosed by a healthcare provider who can test to confirm them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lazy-keto-meals\/\">Lazy Keto Meals That Will Help You Stay On Track Even When You\u2019re Short On Time<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prevent_Vitamin_B-12_Deficiency\"><\/span><b>How to Prevent Vitamin B-12 Deficiency<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can help prevent vitamin B-12 deficiency in several ways:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1. Eat More Foods That Are High in This Vitamin<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, your body doesn\u2019t make vitamin B-12 on its own and you need to ingest it through foods. Eggs are one of the foods that contain this vitamin. Other foods that B12 is naturally available in include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animal products such as meat and liver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milk and dairy products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fish and seafood such as clams and oysters<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poultry meat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods fortified with vitamin B-12 such as breakfast cereals and nutritional yeast<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>2. Taking Vitamin-B12 Supplements<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most B-12 dietary supplements can be bought over the counter, which makes it easy for anyone to access them. However, it\u2019s best to first speak to a doctor so they can direct you on which supplement is best for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any underlying health conditions, it\u2019s even more important to speak with your doctor before you purchase these supplements as some medications may not interact well with your supplements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to these dietary supplements, vitamin B-12 can also come in the form of a shot that requires a prescription or as a nasal spray.\u00a0 Some people require these forms as they aren\u2019t able to absorb the oral forms efficiently, which is another reason it\u2019s important to talk to your healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_May_Have_a_Vitamin_D_Deficiency\"><\/span><b>You May Have a Vitamin D Deficiency<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The other reason why you could be craving hard-boiled eggs (or any other kind of egg) is due to a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamin-d-foods-for-vegetarians-2\/\">vitamin D<\/a> deficiency. When we think about this vitamin, many of us automatically think of the sun and while it\u2019s one of the main sources of vitamin D, it\u2019s not the only one. Eggs are on the list of foods that can provide your body with this vitamin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that the body mainly uses to help with the absorption of calcium and phosphorus. Calcium helps build and maintain bones in your body which prevents the development of rickets in children and the development of osteoporosis in adults. Phosphorus plays a role in the development of teeth and bones (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminD-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin D also has other roles in the functioning of your muscles, nerves, and immunity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminD-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Vitamin_D_Do_You_Need\"><\/span><b>How Much Vitamin D Do You Need?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to get the recommended vitamin D levels whether you have a vitamin D deficiency or not. The rates vary according to age (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminD-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infants aged 0 to 12 months &#8211; 400 IU (10 mcg)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children between 1 and 18 years &#8211; 600 IU (15 mcg)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals aged 19 to 70 &#8211; 600 IU (15 mcg)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals aged 71 and above &#8211; 800 IU (20 mcg)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnant and lactating women &#8211; 600 IU (15 mcg)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should adhere to these limits and avoid excessive consumption of this vitamin. Too much of this vitamin could lead to vitamin D toxicity, which is characterized by symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, anorexia, loss of skin elasticity, dry mucous membranes, and bone pains. If left unchecked, the toxicity can lead to more severe symptoms, including(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK557876\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neurological symptoms such as confusion, apathy, agitation, irritability, and sometimes, ataxia, stupor, and coma<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, peptic ulcers, and pancreatitis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renal symptoms that manifest as polyuria, polydipsia, and nephrolithiasis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypercalcemia, which can lead to cardiac arrhythmias<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Craving_Eggs_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-67758\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Craving Eggs \" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Vitamin_D_Deficiency\"><\/span><b>What Causes Vitamin D Deficiency?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may think that as we all get some sun exposure in one way or another that a deficiency of this vitamin is uncommon. This couldn\u2019t be further from the truth as research has suggested that vitamin D deficiency is more prevalent than ever (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7091696\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK532266\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some reasons why people could experience this deficiency &#8211; and perhaps end up craving eggs &#8211; include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminD-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Age<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This covers both older adults and breastfed infants. With the latter, the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Institute of Health<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends a supplement of 10 mcg per day. In the former, aging skin is unable to make vitamin D even with exposure to the sun so an increase in foods with vitamin D or supplements could be helpful<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Skin Type<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having darker skin due to increased melanin may make it easier for you to fight off damaging UV rays to a point, but it also makes it more difficult for the body to produce vitamin D. People with African, African-Caribbean, or South Asian backgrounds may not be able to produce enough vitamin D from sunlight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/vitamins-and-minerals\/vitamin-d\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Geographical Location, Air Pollution, and Clothing<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has shown that people who live in high-latitude areas or places with increased urbanization, air pollution, and less outdoor occupation, in addition to those whose clothing requires them to be fully covered up (perhaps due to traditional or religious reasons) are more likely to experience a vitamin D deficiency (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8674774\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/nutrition\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2023.1070808\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>People Suffering From Gut and Intestinal Issues<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illnesses such as Crohn\u2019s disease, celiac disease, or ulcerative colitis can lead to a vitamin D disease, even if the person in question gets enough sun exposure or eats foods that are high in Vitamin D. This is because this vitamin is absorbed in the gut along with the fat. As these illnesses make it more difficult for your body to absorb said fat, you end up having trouble absorbing vitamin D, especially through food.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increased Weight and Weight Loss Surgery<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is said that obese people and those who\u2019ve undergone weight loss gastric bypass surgery require more vitamin D than other people. This means that the recommended intake above may be too little for them and can register as a deficiency.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_Vitamin_D_Deficiency\"><\/span><b>Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While an egg craving may signify a vitamin D deficiency, it\u2019s not a solid symptom to immediately determine this issue. Signs that can adequately point to this deficiency include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK532266\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bone pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arthralgias, aka joint pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Myalgias (muscle aches and pain)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle twitching (fasciculations)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased fractures leading to osteoporosis (only in chronic cases)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In children, this deficiency can manifest through increased irritability, lethargy, developmental delay, bone changes, or fractures. It can cause rickets, where the bones become weak, soft, deformed, and painful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The BetterMe: Health Coaching app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Craving_Eggs_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your life moving in the right direction<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prevent_Vitamin_D_Deficiency\"><\/span><b>How to Prevent Vitamin D Deficiency<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exposure to sunlight is the easiest way to avoid a vitamin D deficiency. However, if you\u2019re among the at-risk groups mentioned above, then food is your next best bet. Foods that are rich in this nutrient include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatty fish such as trout, salmon, tuna, and mackerel. Fish liver oils are also a good source, particularly for anyone without access to fatty fish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs, especially the yolks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beef liver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortified dairy milk or fortified plant-based milks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods fortified with vitamin D, including cereals, yogurt, and orange juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also prevent this deficiency by taking vitamin D supplements (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-929\/vitamin-d\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Make sure you talk to your doctor, as excessive supplementation can lead to toxicity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Craving_Eggs_a_Sign_of_Pregnancy\"><\/span><b>Is Craving Eggs a Sign of Pregnancy?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not quite. As explained above, an egg craving may be a sign of a nutritional deficiency, not necessarily a symptom that you\u2019re pregnant. However, that\u2019s not to say that craving eggs and early pregnancy cannot go hand-in-hand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a woman is pregnant, she needs to eat more than usual to provide nutrients, not just for herself, but also for her baby. A craving for eggs during early pregnancy could mean the body requires more protein and this food is an excellent source of this macronutrient.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It could also mean that the pregnant woman needs more n-3 fatty acids (aka omega-3 fatty acids) in her body. One study published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that women in early pregnancy who craved savory foods ended up with an increased intake of n-3 fatty acids (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jandonline.org\/article\/S2212-2672(15)00506-7\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs may not be the best source of omega-3s, but they can still be a good source, especially if they come from pasture-raised poultry or are enriched with omega-3s.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food cravings in general are common in pregnancy, which can include cravings for eggs. They don\u2019t necessarily mean anything about your nutritional status, but talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns about nutritional needs during pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/carb-cycling-macros\/\">Carb Cycling Macros: How Much Should You Eat?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Craving_Eggs_on_Your_Period_Normal\"><\/span><b>Is Craving Eggs on Your Period Normal?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. Generally, the desire to eat more high-sugar and high-carb foods is linked to periods. However, that\u2019s not to say that you can\u2019t crave other foods such as eggs. Craving eggs before your period or even during it is due to the change in your estrogen and progesterone levels. Just listen to your body and eat your eggs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-select-gender\">\n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-wrapper\">\n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"MaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/MaleImage.webp\">\n    \n            <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text mobile-hide\">\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n                    Select your gender\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n    \n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"FemaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/FemaleImage.webp\">\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text desktop-hide mobile-block\">\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n            Select your gender\n          <\/div>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Do_when_Craving_Eggs\"><\/span><b>What to Do when Craving Eggs?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The simplest thing to do is to listen to your body and eat the eggs. However, if you notice that the craving isn\u2019t going away or is getting worse, don\u2019t be tempted to just eat more eggs or even worse, attempt a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/10-day-egg-diet\/\"><b>10-day egg diet<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not on your period or pregnant, visit a doctor to try and find out why the craving isn\u2019t going away. Perhaps ask for a blood test to check your nutrient levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Make_when_Youre_Craving_Eggs\"><\/span><b>What to Make when You\u2019re Craving Eggs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The easiest thing is to fry, poach, scramble, or simply boil an egg. However, if you\u2019d like variety, experiment by making healthy egg recipes such as frittata, shakshuka, omelets, breakfast casseroles, or salads topped with eggs. Eggs make a fantastic option for a healthy and filling <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pcos-diet-to-manage-symptoms\/\"><b>PCOS breakfast<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Craving_Eggs_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-61857\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2700-Calorie-Meal-Plan_-An-All-In-One-Menu-For-Fitness-Enthusiasts-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Craving Eggs \" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2700-Calorie-Meal-Plan_-An-All-In-One-Menu-For-Fitness-Enthusiasts.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2700-Calorie-Meal-Plan_-An-All-In-One-Menu-For-Fitness-Enthusiasts-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2700-Calorie-Meal-Plan_-An-All-In-One-Menu-For-Fitness-Enthusiasts.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2700-Calorie-Meal-Plan_-An-All-In-One-Menu-For-Fitness-Enthusiasts-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_eggs_so_satisfying\"><\/span><strong>Why are eggs so satisfying?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen from the nutritional facts section above, eggs are a fantastic source of protein, a macronutrient that is known to boost satiety (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0002916523236643\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_am_I_craving_eggs_at_night\"><\/span><strong>Why am I craving eggs at night?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It could simply be because you need some extra protein or perhaps a sign of a nutritional deficiency. Or maybe you\u2019re just hungry.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_4_eggs_a_day_too_much\"><\/span><strong>Is 4 eggs a day too much?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard Health mentions that the average person will likely not have any issues if eating up to 7 eggs a week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/newsletter_article\/how-many-eggs-can-i-safely-eat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). From this statement, we can surmise that 4 eggs every day may be a little too much for the average person.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_eggs_have_vitamin_D\"><\/span><strong>Do eggs have vitamin D?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, egg yolks are one of the food sources of this vitamin (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminD-Consumer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_eggs_reduce_cravings\"><\/span><strong>Do eggs reduce cravings?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, eggs can help reduce cravings, specifically because they\u2019re high in protein, which promotes satiety.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Craving_Eggs_\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Craving eggs can be a symptom of underlying vitamin B-12 or vitamin D deficiencies, but it\u2019s not always the case. It could also be because you\u2019re on your period, pregnant, or need some extra protein in your diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To find out the real culprit behind this craving, take a minute to examine if you\u2019re experiencing any of the above symptoms. You should also speak to a doctor to get an official diagnosis. This is the best way to treat these possible deficiencies and put an end to these food urges.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Eggs are an integral part of a balanced diet. 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They\u2019re used in many dishes from simple basic breakfasts, to lunch and dinner, as snacks and meal accompaniments, and even in baking.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether the eggs come from chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, or any other kind of poultry, there\u2019s no denying that they\u2019re a core part of the diet for many people and cultures around the world.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite eggs being consumed so much, it's not common to hear someone say that they crave eggs. If you\u2019ve realized that you have an unexplained desire to constantly consume eggs in whichever form they come in, read on to learn more about why this may be happening to you.<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Does It Mean When You Crave Eggs?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a difference between simply wanting to eat an <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stuffed-pepper-with-egg\/\">egg<\/a> or a dish made from eggs and a strong craving for this food. While the latter may be less common, it\u2019s actually something that could be seen as a healthy food craving as eggs are incredibly nutritious.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Craving_Eggs_\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-68041\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/466-2800-calorie-meal-plan-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Craving Eggs \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" \/><\/a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the nutritional facts for one whole boiled or poached egg (50g) according to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USDA<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/2342629\/nutrients\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"f ..."},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/","url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/","name":"Craving Eggs: Laying Out All the Whys - BetterMe","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/craving-eggs\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/450-craving-eggs.png","dateModified":"2024-12-23T10:50:25+00:00","description":"Why am I \u2605 CRAVING EGGS \u27a4? 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