I crave red meat when my iron is low. And yes, I crave sweets sometimes too, and eat them in controlled quantities and not very often. It has taken decades to get my sweet tooth under control. And yes, I always feel better after I eat. I think it's just a survival trait that we are all born with, but I come from a long line of feeders.

As a life long veggie can't say I get this craving but maybe it's your body's way of saying you need more iron. At least your cravings reasonably healthy, I crave cake!

Yes!! I eat it at least once a week. Meat has a lot of good nutrients and iron.

I just had skirt steak and I love it!

Ellie626: I come from a long line of feeders too! :) My husband mentioned a dopamine connection. "Comfort food" in this case might be a very literal thing.
Phillippa: I've been craving cake now too. Especially chocolate cake with white icing. :)