Foods that ACTUALLY get you full?

fragileelegance

What are some healthy foods that will really get my full so I'm not binging all the time?

Or any tips/tricks that will keep you from stress eating/emotional eating, etc.

sabinecbauer

Protein will get you really full and you won't feel hungry again for a good while, because the body has to work at digesting protein. So low-fat meats or poultry or soy products or eggs are really good. Lots of satisfaction for few calories.

I also like avocado (which obviously isn't a protein). It makes me feel really full, contains a ton of fiber and fatty acids that help your body break down fat reserves. You just need to watch it, because avocados are very high in calories--240 kcal for a whole small avocado.

MildredBarhopper

Greek yogurt! The plain is sour, so you can either get flavored or get plain and flavor it yourself (this is what I do since there are so many yummy combinations, plus less sugar than the flavored kind).

mmsuzyq

Food combinations work great for me. Combine a hi-quality protein, with good carb & a little bit of fat and you will be satisfied. For example: chicken, broccoli/onion/mushroom stir-fry (tossed in coconut oil or EVOO) & sweet potato. Very nutritious and will keep you full.

Seeds45

I like homemade hummus with no oil and veggies, carrots, cucumber, pepper slices, radishes, broccoli, grape tomatoes whatever you like.
You can eat a lot and the fiber fills you up.

chrisdavey

cottage cheese, protein powder and banana

about 1.5lbs minimum of meat and veggies.

oats, protein powder and peanut butter.

pizza

betweenthesedays

Fiber, fiber, fiber. It'll fill you up and signal your body that it's full...because it is. Try overeating potatoes...it's nigh unto impossible because you'll be literally full. Same goes for just about any other veg, bean, or whole grain. The key is, though, to focus on something less calorically dense. Avocados and nuts, while they contain fiber, also have more calories than starchy or green/yellow/red vegetables. Plus, besides filling your belly, fiber will also do wonders for your digestive system, your lipid profile, and feed the beneficial bacteria in your gut.

harphy

whole wheat products, cottage cheese, protein shake, eggs, peanuts (just 1 handfull!), fatty fish.

Slacker16

This is an important thing for me as well. I've found fiber and protein to be the most important.

I like eggs and bread in the morning. The bread gives quick energy, the eggs keep me full until lunch.
I often make a barley pilaf with meat and veggies for dinner. Very satisfying despite its measly ~450 cals.

cebreisch

Protein and FIber.

About 2 years ago, I told my nutritionist that despite getting in plenty of protein. She told me to up my fiber. That did the trick.

So my two best tips:
Focus on the protein, and the carbs and fats will take care of themselves
Up your fiber.

To up my fiber, I started having Chocolite Protein bars. They have about 100 calories, 10g fiber, 10g protein, they're sugar free, and gluten free. I really like the triple chocolate fudge and the cookies and cream. I'll have 1 or 2 a day. (www.healthsmartfoods.com)

lebbyloses

Ok, I've been having this as an easy dinner lately and it is so filling and low-calorie I've had to add to my other meals to make my numbers. In the freezer aisle of your grocery store, buy one of those family size stir fry packs. Your store brand is probably good. Stir-fry it with a tablespoon of peanut oil. Eat the whole thing. You could easily use less oil, too. I like to add sriracha or chili flakes for a little spice, but they don't add many calories. Obviously you could do this even more cheaply by just buying veggies, but this way I can have dinner ready within ten minutes of walking in the door and I can buy a variety of veggie packages so it is different every night.

vanguardfitness

White fish!

Tilapia, dolphinfish, cod, halibut. I find that when I eat about 8-16 ounces it just sits in my stomach for a very very long time.

Carnivor0us

Meat and lots of it.

Also, eggs.

Sometimes baking two chicken thighs with a small amount of green lentils really helps fill me up. Fiber doesn't really help me fill up, I need something more substantial than plant cellulose.

Mr_Knight

What are some healthy foods that will really get my full so I'm not binging all the time?

For many (possibly most) people, there aren't any. It's not natural for the body to feel "full" all the time, you'll need to readjust your expectations.

ShapenerFiterrati

Try oatmeal with banana and fruit. Eggs. Fish.

tedrickp

Boiled potato tops the Satiety Index - also low in cals and great source of potassium.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7498104

ILiftHeavyAcrylics

First make sure your calorie goal is reasonable. If you have less than 50 lbs to lose you should set MFP to lose 1 lb per week and eat back half your exercise calories.

Then try some different combinations. I find that combinations of fat, protein, and carbs work best for me. I never get very full on veggies unless there's something else to the dish. I also don't get very full on protein alone, despite what most people advise. It's going to be somewhat individual so play around with it until you find something that works.

Hungry_Annie

Ditto what everyone has said about protein and fiber. I've had that problem too. I was never full, even right after eating. Lately I've tried upping my protein and fiber and I'm starting to notice that I am snacking less and able to stay satisfied most of the day. Everyone is different, but I need a bigger breakfast. If I skimp on breakfast, im super hungry all day. I've experimented and its what works for me.

I just bought a box of Quest bars, and there is 20 grams of protein and 17grams of fiber in each bar for only 160 calories. I had one with breakfast this morning and I was good til lunch. Which is rare for me.

BeachGingerOnTheRocks

Meat and lots of it.

Also, eggs.

Sometimes baking two chicken thighs with a small amount of green lentils really helps fill me up. Fiber doesn't really help me fill up, I need something more substantial than plant cellulose.

There's a poop-ton of fiber in lentils. 30 grams per 100 grams. It's crazy.

And seriously good with chicken and curry spices.

daw0518

I love eating a giant plate of veggies with hummus & greek yogurt ranch. It's a lot of food, so it fills me up & it's really low calorie. Tonight I added turkey slices, string cheese, & wheat thins to my plate & it was still under 550 calories.

Scrambled eggs + a plate of veggies is also one of my favorite meals. I use one serving of egg whites + one whole egg, & scramble it with onion & turkey, & put cheese on top. Usually under 450 calories, even with my ranch & hummus to dip my veggies in!

Cortelli

Just had a small plate of really thick (tree trunk-like) steamed asparagus with a tbsp. of mayo and a glass of wine. Feeling really stuffed. And one of those "stuffed" that feels like it will be around for several hours (though I have been grazing all afternoon) And I am usually all about the meatz and proteins.

Carnivor0us

Meat and lots of it.

Also, eggs.

Sometimes baking two chicken thighs with a small amount of green lentils really helps fill me up. Fiber doesn't really help me fill up, I need something more substantial than plant cellulose.

There's a poop-ton of fiber in lentils. 30 grams per 100 grams. It's crazy.

And seriously good with chicken and curry spices.

Yes, but there's also a ton of protein in lentils (I eat the green lentils because it has the lowest carb count). I don't eat anywhere near 100 grams of the stuff though! That's cray-cray.

fast_eddie_72

All food identical. Read it on the internet. Must be true.

massivediet

A staple for me is a meal of 2% cottage cheese, rotisserie or grilled chicken breast, and a Kale Superfood salad from Costco. It comes in at 450-600 calories depending on portion size, is easy, and makes me feel full for a long time.

stealthq

Try oatmeal with banana and fruit. Eggs. Fish.

Oy. Yes.

OP, search for peanutbutter finger's banana bread protein pancakes, made with cottage cheese, banana, egg, rolled oats, and cinnamon.

The texture is not the best - dense, but man. Those suckers will fill you up. Make sure your bananas are super ripe or you won't get any banana taste. It'll all be oat and cinnamon.

kellyskitties

Protein and FIber.

About 2 years ago, I told my nutritionist that despite getting in plenty of protein. She told me to up my fiber. That did the trick.

So my two best tips:
Focus on the protein, and the carbs and fats will take care of themselves
Up your fiber.

To up my fiber, I started having Chocolite Protein bars. They have about 100 calories, 10g fiber, 10g protein, they're sugar free, and gluten free. I really like the triple chocolate fudge and the cookies and cream. I'll have 1 or 2 a day. (www.healthsmartfoods.com)

It looks like your bars are on clearance on Amazon - if they send the box instead of the bar. FYI:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FHR0AA/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1XPIZ3ZP44EM1

Price is 95% off 1.29 per 16 bar box for PB flavor - that's CHEAP! Unless it's a typo - but I'm trying it

scoutli

I love avocados. I eat 1/2 of one almost everyday as a meal with some lean protein like a turkey burger. Definitely fills me up.

PrairieSlims

I agree to use lots of fiber, fruit and veg. I use a morning shake which includes fiber, protein powder, fruit, along with chia seeds which really fill you up.

Tealfor20

Black beans, cashew butter on whole grain toast, big bowl of steamed Brussels sprouts or broccoli with butter, avocado, omelettes,.....