That sudden, intense desire for chocolate after a stressful meeting. The midnight refrigerator raid when you’re feeling lonely. The inexplicable need for mac and cheese when you’re overwhelmed. We ...

When Dr. Rachel Martinez noticed her patient Lisa Thompson’s sudden intense cravings for fried chicken and chocolate in early 2024, she recognized a pattern she’d seen before. “These weren’t just ...

Recently, a book club invited me to discuss my new book, The Biology of Desire: Your Brain and Behavior. Members reflected on their cravings for food, alcohol, work, social media, and approval. What ...

If you sometimes experience food cravings or an irresistible desire to eat specific foods, rest assured that you’re not alone. In fact, it’s estimated that over 90% of the world’s population gets food ...