Hmm, people are always telling me how they are hungry while dieting. I believe it's partly due to conditioning. American culture teaches us to eat proportions that are the largest n the world, compound that with the abundance of unhealthy, cheap food sources and "BAM" = fat Nation, if not "THE" most obese Nation in the world. We have to re-train our bodies to live on less calories that are more nutrient dense. This process takes time and eventually you will condition yourself into a healthy eating lifestyle. Until then here are some tips to manage what I believe are "cravings" and not true "hunger".
1. Drink plenty of water or other calorie-free beverages. People sometimes confuse thirst with "cravings". So you can end up eating extra calories when an ice-cold glass of water is really what you "need".
2. Think about what you can add to your diet, not what you can take away. Work on getting in the recommended 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day. It will met your fiber goals and leave you feeling satisfied from the volume of food.
3. Eat several mini-meals during the day. If you eat fewer calories than you burn, you will lose weight. But when you're "craving" food all the time, eating fewer calories can be challenging. Studies have show people that eat 4-5 meals/snacks pre day are better able to control their appetite and weight.
"Your stomach is only he size of your fist, so it takes just a handful of food to fill it comfortably," eat just enough to feel better ~ not stuffed, bloated, or tired...
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