What can I eat to feel full that's not fattening?
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Be sure you are getting enough protein and fats... What I eat to keep me full but with in my calorie range is a lot of veggies and some fruit in addition to my protein/fat sources. For breakfast, I eat eggs whites and cheese with a ton of spinach all cooked together. Sometimes I add a whole egg, sometimes I don't. For evenings, I've gotten on the spaghetti squash kick as you can eat a lot for few calories. I put salt, garlic power, parmesan cheese, butter spray and hot sauce on it for minimal additional calories. Right now I'm eating soup for lunch. Soups with a broth base(not cream) are lower in calorie and fat and seem to fill you up. I'm eating homemade turkey vegetable soup. I just got done a salad for lunch kick with tons of veggies, egg whites, cheese, grilled chicken, etc... It was filling! Lately I have been eating edemame too. I can buy it in individual servings that you steam in the microwave. Very filling for only 110 calories and has protein in it too.
I'm a volume eater. That is what works for me. Everyone is different. I do not get full on diet food such as 100 calorie packs, low fat crackers, diet ice cream, etc... For me, its much more satisfying to eat other stuff. That being said, I know people who have been successful eating completely different than I do. Different strokes for different folks:)
Thank you for that! I'd love your recipe for the homemade turkey vegetable soup! Can you email it to me? mca_taramcfarlan@live.com. wow, so much good advice in response to my question. I'm going to be busy tomorrow jotting all this down!!0 -
I like Steel Cut Oatmeal it fills me up and I mix some fage 2 percent with it get my carbs and protein. it take a acquired taste but I enjoy it or you can mix whatever with the oatmeal. I used to eat it plain just started adding the yogurt becouse I was not getting enough protein. I spend about 1 hour making up a batch and then putting it in 2 serving containers and it microwaves pretty nice.
Belgerian - thank you for the advice, I will have to try that. I have regular oatmeal packets that I have made in the microwave, and I have put brown sugar in it. Is that bad?0 -
Try eating more protein. Its keeps you full longer. I try to snack on veggies because they are low cal which means I can eat a lot more without worrying about fat content.
ajhugz - that makes a lot of sense. I have basically got to retrain my body to not overeat to that "feeling full" stage, because I was not eating the right foods. Since dieting, I have been snacking a bit on carrots, but I find myself still with an "empty" feeling.0 -
I find protein very filling, and personally I like to eat every few hours. I like to snack on soy beans (shelled edamame) and greek yogurt. My lunches are also usually centered around a lean protein (chicken) and veggies/fruit, and then dinner is where I get my variety.
Keep in mind that fat is not "fattening", eating more calories than you expend is what is fattening. Eat the foods you enjoy, that help you get to your goals and keep you satiated in reasonable amounts.
auddii - I have seen others mentioning to eat more protein, so I think I'll try that. Do soy beans have a salty taste? I would love them, if that was the case. If they were bland, not so sure...lol. Thank you so much for the advice!0 -
Get the "low fat" out of your head. Fats aren't bad. Now if you have a legit reason for wanting low fat, than disregard what I just said.
As for low cal that will keep you full...I would look for high protein items. Protein tends to keep me full longer. Whether it's low call or not depends on the person. My fav is peanut butter on bananas.
Hornsby - thank you! I will have to try peanut butter on bananas, never thought of that before.0 -
Too many calories is fattening, not specific foods.
I'd suggest something like nuts, nut butter or hummus with veggie or fruit slices as a snack. The fat and protein will help you feel full longer than a low calorie snack.
But when I am short on calories and hungry between meals, V8 usually takes the edge off till meal time for me. I'm not a big fan of yogurt, but low fat greek yogurt is pretty filling and low cal.
bcattoes - thank you for taking the time to write that for me. I will be jotting all this down tomorrow! I appreciate it!0 -
Peas work wonders for me.0
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Try tofu! I make a spicy tofu scramble with sautéed veggies and salsa verde. It is an acquired taste, but relatively low in fat and calories and high in protein. Very filling! Raw and veggies, wasabi peas, and parmesan kale chips are some of my other favorite snacks. If you eat dairy/eggs, Greek yogurt is another great snack--my mother swears by it!
Kalihankered - thank you! I'd love that tofu scramble recipe, if it is more to it! mca_taramcfarlan@live.com . I appreciate all the great ideas!0 -
I get it at Costco Premier Protein Shake has 30gm protein,160 cal, 3 fat, 3 carb 11 oz keeps me full for hours and taste great.0
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Fibourous fruits and veggies. For breakfast, I LOVE fried eggs over roasted sweet potatoes. I eat some veggies and egg whites first thing as a post workout around 6:30, then my eggs and potatoes as breakfast between 9 and 10, and am fine until lunch, I don't usually get starving, just the start of feeling hungry. Crunchy veggies help, I find, carrots, peas in the pod, etc. and apples. Make sure you're getting adequate fat and protein, as those things help you to feel full.
I'm not sure how I would like fried eggs over sweet potatoes, but I'm willing to try it! When you say you eat veggies and egg whites first thing in the morning, what kind of veggies and how do you cook them? I have tried to snack on raw carrots, but they live me feeling still "empty".0 -
I know it's full of fat but I swear when I eat half or a quarter of an avocado, it helps keep me from reaching for other foods, the (good) fat keeps me full for a long time. I've lost weight with avocados. You might want to try it. Otherwise, nonfat or lowfat Greek yogurt helps too.
lilc110 - I think I will try that!! thank you so much!!0 -
Protien, fat, ad fiber all help you stay full. Fat is healthy for weight loss.....but the calories add up quick.
Some people can eat (drink) some non fat protein & stay full.....not me. I think I need a combination.....you will have to test some things out.
Breakfast - I like greek yogurt, add FiberOne & slivered almonds (protein, fiber & fat)
Oatmeal (fiber) made with milk (protein) & sprinkle on cinnamon & chopped walnuts (fat).
Snacks....I like an apple smeared with peanut butter (fiber & fat). PB2 is a powdered peanut butter, way less fat, good for apples....not for toast.
String cheese (protein & fat) & veggies (fiber). If you like dip, try using dry ranch seasoning & adding it to plain greek yogurt.
Hard boiled eggs & veggies (protein, fat & fiber).
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I love how you put what they are in parenthesis! Thank you, I appreciate all the advice, info and tips! I will be jotting this down!0 -
May I ask what's wrong with fat? Are you having trouble meeting your other macros and are trying to balance it out?
I am learning here in these posts that fat is not so bad, it's the calories that add up. I'm just trying to lose weight, and have a "satisfied" feeling at the same time.0 -
Chicken breast .
8 ounces, 220-240kcal.
Eat that with 150g of brown rice (150kcal)
Broccli/mushroom/veggies ( 50kcal)
Soy sauce/curry spice ( 20kcal)
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You have a 450kcal meal with complex carbs/ protein/ some fat....
Switch the chicken with Salmon here and there to get Omega 3 fatty acid.
Switch the spices for diff. tastes.
Switch the rice with whole wheat noodles for diff. texture/taste.
There you go.
You can eat that 3-4 times/day and you'll be jacked.0 -
thank you all for the responses, I have seen some great ideas that I will be jotting down for sure!!! God bless you all!0
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My dietician said to me to eat protein and a small amount of carbs, particularly fiber. She said the protein makes you feel full, but that the feeling of "fullness" doesn't kick in for about an hour. For carbs the feeling of fullness kicks in in about 15 minutes, but you are hungry again soon thereafter. So the combo of small amount of fiberous carb (she suggested a handful of Fiber One cereal, dry, without milk) and whatever I like for protein (chicken salad?). It seems to work...0
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I Love the Quest Bars!!!!!!!!0
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Chicken breast .
8 ounces, 220-240kcal.
Eat that with 150g of brown rice (150kcal)
Broccli/mushroom/veggies ( 50kcal)
oh man, this is how I used to eat when I tried to be healthy. So boring! I never even seasoned it or anything.
OP - fat is your friend
For breakfast lately, I have been eating bacon and 'banana pancake' (mush a banana up with an egg, fry in bacon fat in pan). It keeps me full for 4-5 hours until lunchtime and I have no urge to snack.0 -
Beans are very filling and full of fiber!! If you eat a half cup before a meal it will fill you up nicely.0
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Fat isn't fattening.
Probably if you ate higher fat meals in general you would be less hungry for snacks. Fat is very satiating and it's good for you- good for hormone regulation, good for your skin, good for your thyroid function.....eat more fat.
My thoughts, too.
My diet is very high in fat and I'm not nearly as hungry (and am much happier) as I ever was eating low-fat.
Someone also mentioned Quest Bars--those are great, especially if you're short on time. They have a ton of fiber and low sugar (especially for a bar). I'd avoid most other bars, though.
Good luck! Some good ideas here.0 -
Edamame is my favorite go-to snack. It's quick to prepare but takes some work to actually eat so by the time you've eaten a serving you feel full and pretty satisfied. You can also add different kinds of flavors to it, so if you're feeling like something salty or spicy then add sea salt and cayenne, or if you're craving a little sweetness try a really light drizzle of honey. A handful of nuts and some dried cranberries/other fruit is also a great midday pickup, or when you're just craving that mindless crunching baby carrots are really great too.0
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I buy frozen ones that are unseasoned, and I enjoy them like that. You can salt them yourself, or they also sell roasted ones that are crunchy. Those will depend on the brand, but they're more likely to be salted.Too many calories is fattening, not specific foods.
I'd suggest something like nuts, nut butter or hummus with veggie or fruit slices as a snack. The fat and protein will help you feel full longer than a low calorie snack.
But when I am short on calories and hungry between meals, V8 usually takes the edge off till meal time for me. I'm not a big fan of yogurt, but low fat greek yogurt is pretty filling and low cal.
bcattoes - thank you for taking the time to write that for me. I will be jotting all this down tomorrow! I appreciate it!0 -
I eat pre-made boneless skinless chicken breast (I crockpot a big container of it with nothing on it - no spices, oil, etc. -- I just want to be full not taste a bunch of food) so I have it ready when I'm hungry. Steamable veggie bags, fruit, etc.
Wha?
Why take the enjoyment out of eating?
BTW, OP, if you want to not enjoy eating, fixing uber-bland food like this is a good way to go about it.
I have fitness and fat loss goals, not to just taste the food. To me, that's not my goal. I still eat fast food, candy, etc. -- but on a daily basis I need to stay full and not gain weight. Sounds normal to me for someone who has fat loss goals.0 -
Ice cream, cookies, etc. just saying
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Have a look at my journal if you'd like. I'm getting around 1400 a day and I'm feeling pretty satisfied. Basically the only things I'm doing is eliminating junk food / processed foods. I sometimes look at other journals and wonder if I'm doing it wrong / how people cope because their meals are so small. Today I have carrots, a bit of left over sweet potatoes and salmon I added mayo and celery/onion to. It's a large container of food, I'm sure I'll be full until supper but I have a yogurt or apple if I get the munchies mid-afternoon. In the two weeks I've been back at this I've found if you make your meals (rather than buy premade food) you can really eat a lot of truly delicious, nutrient rich foods.0
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Melons are great for that sort of thing. They are very low in calories, have almost no fat, and are loaded with water and fiber to keep you feeling full.0
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I use sunflower seeds while I'm at work. It keeps me busy cracking and everything, so that I won't nibble on other things (read: vending machine things). Plus, the salt makes me drink more water! Win win win!0
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My favs right now are
Apples or carrots and almond butter
glass of 30 cal vanilla almond milk
greek yogurt
greek yogurt dip and veggies (this is the best stuff ever Yoguri - Greek Styley Yogurt Ranch Dip)
smoothies
kind type bars (I make my own)
perfect bars
egg whites
1/2 sweet potato with greek yogurt
nutballs with protein powder added (unsweetened coconut shavings, almonds, cashews, cranberries, honey and protein powder blended and rolled out)
roasted chickpeas with seasoning
cheese stick
laughing cow wedge with a few crackers
hummus and veggies (be careful surprisingly high in sodium)
hardboiled eggs0 -
I eat pre-made boneless skinless chicken breast (I crockpot a big container of it with nothing on it - no spices, oil, etc. -- I just want to be full not taste a bunch of food) so I have it ready when I'm hungry. Steamable veggie bags, fruit, etc.
Wha?
Why take the enjoyment out of eating?
BTW, OP, if you want to not enjoy eating, fixing uber-bland food like this is a good way to go about it.
I have fitness and fat loss goals, not to just taste the food. To me, that's not my goal. I still eat fast food, candy, etc. -- but on a daily basis I need to stay full and not gain weight. Sounds normal to me for someone who has fat loss goals.
Many people on here have fat loss goals, but this is the first time I have ever heard someone say that they want to eat to be full and not taste the food. I just can't comprehend it. According to your ticker you've lost weight, and I guess it is good you say you still eat fast food and candy, but I just don't understand why you don't want to taste food. Plain chicken breast with no seasoning whatsoever sounds like one of the most miserable things you could ever put in your mouth (other than cauliflower!). Some basic seasoning on those chicken breasts wouldn't add calories, or not significant calories.0 -
I absolutely LOVE popcorn, but I probably need to avoid the sodium, as I tend to pile on the salt. A friend of mine from church found some 100 calorie mini bags of popcorn, so I may get some if I just can't stand it...lol. thanks for the tip!
I love popcorn also but I put hot sauce on it instead of salt, don't even miss the salt. Dr. Oz says put 1/4 to 1/2 cup of popcorn in brown paper lunch bag,fold down and cook in microwave. Taste great!0
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