Why am I craving meat as a vegetarian?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2015 study funded by the Humane Research Council, over half of former vegetarians and vegans cited cravings for animal products as a key reason for returning to a meat-inclusive diet. If you are a vegetarian craving meat, you are not alone, and it is a common experience that can stem from various underlying factors, including nutritional imbalances, psychological triggers, and taste bud evolution.