feeling hungry already-its a problem

runningjen74

Like others have said eat enough protein / water / fiber, but also fat - if I don't have enough of any of the four I can get hungry.

Ledgehanger

Like others have said eat enough protein / water / fiber, but also fat - if I don't have enough of any of the four I can get hungry.

This.

I have found that if my diet is carbohydrate heavy I wind up hungry very quickly. However, if I get most of my calories from protein and fats, I don't struggle with hunger. (I still sometimes struggle with "munchies," if that makes sense - not really hungry, but something sounds good.) If I also drink a lot of water, I wind up finding that not only am I not hungry all the time - I often have to work to eat enough food to get to my calorie goal.

(Added bonus... I don't have to try to live on rabbit food!)

SoDamnHungry

Like others have said eat enough protein / water / fiber, but also fat - if I don't have enough of any of the four I can get hungry.

I second the fat. Whenever I don't have enough, I'm starving no matter how much protein and fiber I've had.

bcattoes

I find low sodium V8 a great snack for taking off the edge between meals. Only 70 calories for an 11.5 oz can and 2 servings of vegetables. Plus, it's high in potassium so it helps offset any sodium bloating.

You might also benefit from eating more often. Several small meals throughout the day, rather than the standard breakfast, lunch and dinner.

glowgirl14

Took a peek at your diary...Seems like there are only a couple of days logged, but if they're typical days, then I see part of your problem...

It's not just about getting more protein. It's about the balance of what you're eating...All of your meals are extremely low in fat, pretty low in protein and high in carbs. If you're eating within your calorie range, it isn't really possible to eat like this and feel satisfied. Carbs give quick energy, but it's gone in no time, and you don't feel satisfied. Protein gives more sustained energy, and makes you feel full for longer. But fats are also really good...if you're restricting your carb intake, you have to make up for that with fats. They also give very good energy...

Prime example? Two protein bars. Both roughly 200 calories, with about 20g protein and 20g carbs. One has 1g fat, the other has 5...the one with more fat satisfies for a lot longer.

Do a search on Pintrest for high protein/low carb snacks. Try spacing your calories out during the day - eating 2-300 calories at a time, with no more than one big meal (4-500 calories) If you're hungry, bulk the meals with low calorie foods like raw veggies.

If you're used to eating 3000 calories a day and have gone down to 1400, you're going to feel hungry for a few days, but it gets easier. After about a week, you should be adjusted to the new plan.

kristinstansell010

If you're hungry, EAT!!!

Obviously it's a little more complex than that, but still.

Eat the right amount of fats/carbs/proteins.

Sure calories are important, after all you lose weight by having a cal deficit, but are you eating enough? Probably not.

When starting my journey I was eating "clean" and 1000-1200 cals a day.

I went to iifym.com and calculated what I should be eating according to flexible dieting.

I wave lost 3 pounds in 4 days and I love it!! No binging.

Starfish1125

I ate 5 cups of steamed cauliflower before dinner last night because I tend to overeat at dinner.

5 CUPS of cauliflower = 125 calories and I was very satisfied. So I ate 1/3 of the lasagna piece I originally wanted. Works for me.

kbmnurse

Water-water-water!

jessicarush3760

thanks everyone, i didn't relise i was eating too many carbs, opps. there's only two dairy entry's bec ive just started.