
The human organism is like a computer. It is a difficult system with a huge number of codes that help all parts to work harmoniously. When one code is broken, the system shows an error and the same happens with our body. We consist of different vitamins and minerals, fat and proteins which are our core 'codes' for existence. The lack or excess of micro- and macronutrients leads to organism bugs. That is why we can feel unusual for our body feelings: severe fatigue, strong hunger, nervosity, pain, and cravings. Cravings for sweet, salty, and fatty food are familiar
to everyone.
Who did not have a strong desire to eat chocolate, a pickle, or something fried at least once in life? What if we say that actually you do not want these products? In fact, your organism just shows an error, meaning that you lack the concrete nutrient that is vital for existence. However, we used to choose the food options that firstly associate with sugar, salt, and fat - junk food. While the micronutrient/macronutrient deficiency can be replenished with healthy food.
Here we provide information about the healthy replacements for the life moments when your body is craving sweet, salty, and fatty tastes.
Sweet Food
The craving for sweet food can be caused by the lack of a lot of nutrients, such as magnesium (especially, if you want chocolate), chromium, tryptophan, phosphorus, sulfur and happy hormones like serotonin. Moreover, the organism wants something sweet if it needs fast energy or it is dehydrated. To decrease this craving, you can also balance your sleep time and avoid stressful situations.
Before making decisions, please consult with your nutritionist and check your blood sugar level. Also please familiarise yourself with a recommended daily allowance provided by European Food Safety Authority.
Salty Food
Salt cravings can be explained by chloride deficiency. Also, this can be a sign of low calcium level. If you want salty food, maybe you need just a glass of water because of dehydration.
Before making decisions, please consult with your nutritionist. Also please familiarise yourself with a recommended daily allowance provided by European Food Safety Authority.
Fatty Food
The craving for fatty food can be caused by the lack of a lot of nutrients, such as calcium and fatty acids.
Before making decisions, please consult with your nutritionist. Also please familiarise yourself with a recommended daily allowance provided by European Food Safety Authority.
"What is it you truly desire?"
- Lucifer Morningstar (TV series "Lucifer")

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protection from fast fatigue
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participates in the transfer of nerve impulses and in the contraction of the muscles
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involved in the synthesis of proteins
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helps maintain the health of bones and teeth
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regulates the cell division process
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contributes to maintaining psychological functions (memory, speech, thinking, attention, etc.)
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MAGNESIUM
Sources
Almonds Apple
Avocado Banana
Beef (ground) Black beans
Broccoli Carrot
Cashews Cereal
Chia seeds Chicken breast
Edamame Milk
Oatmeal Peanut butter
Peanuts Potato with skin
Pumpkin seeds Raisins
Rice (white) Rice (brown)
Salmon Soy milk
Spinach
Sources
Apples
Bananas
Beef
Broccoli
Grape juice
Green beans
Milk and dairy products
Potatoes
Poultry
Red wine
Whole-grain products

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regulates the blood sugar level
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transfers insulin
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important for fat metabolism
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helps the thyroid to work normally
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participates in the immunity system formation
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CHROMIUM
Sources
Beans
Chicken
Eggs
Fish
Milk
Oatmeal
Peanuts
Pork
Pumpkin seeds
Red meat
Sesame seeds
Soy
Tofu
Turkey

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important for B3 vitamin formation
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contributes to growth hormones
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helps to suppress the appetite
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TRYPTOPHAN
Sources
Apple Asparagus
Cashew Chicken breast meat
Egg Kidney beans
Lentils Milk
Mozzarella cheese
Oatmeal
Peas
Potatoes
Rice (brown)
Salmon
Scallops
Sesame seeds
Tea (green)
Tomatoes
Yogurt

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included in bones and teeth tissues
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participates in all body chemical processes
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helps to adjust the acid-alkaline blood balance
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releases energy from food consumed
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contributes to the correct functioning of the kidneys
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PHOSPHOROUS
Sources
Almonds Asparagus Beef
Beer Black beans Brazil nuts
Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cheddar cheese
Chicken Cider Coconut milk
Curry powder Dried apricots Dried figs
Dried peaches Dried sultanas Duck
Eggs Gorgonzola cheese Grape juice
Ground ginger Ham Horseradish
Kidney beans Leeks Marmite
Milk Mussels Mustard
Oats Onion Parmesan cheese
Peanuts Prawns Pumpkin seeds
Radishes Red cabbage Scallops
Sesame seeds Shrimp Soybeans
Split peas Tomato juice Turkey
Walnuts Wheat White beans
Wine

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important for blood coagulability
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protects the protoplasm
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beneficial effect on the skin, hair and nails
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slows the processes of aging of the body
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has an antiallergenic effect
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SULFUR
Sources
Almonds Apples
Avocados Bananas
Beets Chia seeds
Coffee Dark Berries
Eggs Flax seeds
Goji Berries Lentils
Oatmeal Oranges
Peanut butter Pumkin seeds
Rice (brown) Salmon
Sardines Soybeans
Strawberries Sweet potatoes
Tea (green) Tuna
Water

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key to brain function
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important for healthy sleep
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serotonin cannot be found in food
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to have serotonin it is needed to eat healthy and balanced
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SEROTONIN

ENERGY
Sources
Almonds Beans
Broccoli Cheese
Chia seeds Clams
Curly kale Dried figs
Edamame Milk
Okra
Oranges
Sardines
Spinach
Sunflower seeds
Tofu
Trout

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bones and teeth formation
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muscle contractions
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blood coagulability
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normal heart rhythm
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CALCIUM
Sources
Celery
Lettuce
Olives
Rye
Seaweeds/algae
Tomatoes

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regulates the acid-alkaline balance
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maintains osmotic pressure
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retains the balance of water in the body
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improves liver function
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helps digestion
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CHLORIDE
Sources
Almonds Beans
Broccoli Cheese
Chia seeds Clams
Curly kale Dried figs
Edamame Milk
Okra
Oranges
Sardines
Spinach
Sunflower seeds
Tofu
Trout

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bones and teeth formation
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muscle contractions
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blood coagulability
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normal heart rhythm
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CALCIUM
Sources
Almonds
Chia seeds
Edamame
Mackerel
Oysters
Salmon
Sardines
Seabass
Seaweed/algae
Shrimp
Trout
Walnuts

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help the brain to function correctly
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contribute to normal growth and development
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decrease the risk of heart disease and vessels
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defend from brain aging
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FATTY ACIDS