Do you start to feel hungry again shortly after you’ve already eaten? Or are you always hungry, no matter what? Not only is this extremely frustrating, but if you are trying to lose weight, it can be pretty depressing.
There are some reasons for your hunger pangs, and in this article, we shall have a look at 7 of the most common reasons for your constant hunger (along with how you can turn that around)…
7 – The Weather
A drop in the temperature can trigger your appetite – Which is the reason why we tend to eat more during the winter months.
Your metabolism drops when you are hungry, and by eating, your body temperature rises and your hunger starts to dissipate. This is exactly why restaurants keep their facilities cooler, to build your appetite!
6 – Dehydration
If you do not drink enough water in the day, you are chronically dehydrated. Thirst can disguise itself as hunger when your body needs more water.
You should drink 64oz of water daily, regulating it throughout the entire day.
Not only does water flushes toxins out of your body and bloodstream, but it will help you lose weight because it makes you feel full.
5 – Lack Of Sleep
When you do not get enough sleep, your body produces extra Ghrelin, a hunger-triggering hormone. Also, lack of sleep results in your body producing lesser Leptin, which helps to suppress the appetite.
Studies have shown that people who sleep less than 6 hours a night are at a higher risk of becoming obese. It is highly recommended that you should sleep 7 to 9 hours if you desire a excellent state of health, as well as lose weight.
4 – Smell & Sight
Have you ever wondered why bakeries have open windows facing sidewalks? The scent of freshly baked cookies or other sweets are a huge inducer for your appetite. As a matter of fact, you probably could not eat much if you do not have a sense of smell and certainly cannot taste food without this sense.
Television commercials are fully aware that sight is a huge inducer of your appetite, as well.
Here’s what you can do (to suppress that appetite): Do something else while those food commercials are running. And the next time you walk past that bakery, turn your eyes away from the windows. If you can control your temptations, then you’ll be able to keep your cravings in check.
3 – Post-Meal Hunger
It takes your brain approximately 20 minutes to catch up to your stomach. What this means is that your brain is unable to register the fact that you’re already full the minute you finish your meal. This is the reason why many diet programs stress the importance of eating slowly so that your brain can catch up with you.
If you are still hungry after consuming a full meal, give it a little more time or learn to eat slower. Consuming food too fast is not good for your digestive system and is not healthy.
2 – Social Gatherings
We are social creatures and have a habit of miming what’s going on around us.
Going out for a buffet meal, having a few drinks, or meeting folks for dinner leaves us indulging more than we really should. When we see others in a restaurant grabbing that yummy dessert, we permit ourselves to do the same.
So, the next time you have a meet up with your friends, suggest doing some physical activities (such as playing beach volleyball, cycling) together instead of going for a meal.
1 – Stress Or Boredom
Stress and boredom are two of the biggest catalysts for over-eating. Comfort foods are emotional eating habits. Hunger pangs result from anxiety and stress; it’s a chemical reaction.
Food will not solve your stress or problems, so find other forms of coping. If you are bored, you can either pick up a new hobby, take a walk or give a friend a call. Find something to do to keep yourself active and away from the refrigerator.
