Why am I so addicted to meat? Unpacking the craving for animal protein
                                
                                
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                                According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, global meat consumption has risen steadily over the last several decades, yet many people wonder why they feel such an intense, almost addictive pull toward it. This strong craving is often a complex interplay between biology, psychology, and learned habits, and understanding these factors is the first step toward gaining control.