Let’s get scientific for a second. Your body has a innate wisdom, even if it expresses itself in weird ways. Craving paper can sometimes mean your body is searching for minerals your diet lacks.
Zinc and copper deficiencies, for instance, can trigger odd cravings. So can pregnancy, which is famous for turning women into “pica sufferers” (pickles and ice cream is cute; drywall and envelopes is concerning).
If the urge is strong, don’t be embarrassed—talk to a doctor. A simple blood test can rule out a medical root cause. It’s often easier to fix than you think.
