Appetite suppresant

Granny1227

I am really struggling with being hungry. I have cut back to 1000-1200 calories per day from 2500 or more per day. Are there any appetite suppresants that really help with the hunger? I don't want to get dependent on them - but really could use some help.

KaleidoscopeEyes1056

peppermint

Justjoshin

Water works wonders. Lots of Water.

sarah_ep

Water

_GlaDOS_

Why did you cut back so much? You can eat more and still lose weight, if 2500 really was making you maintain your weight.

zoeysmom01

I try to eat more protein and nutrient dense foods. Also, I like to snack on nuts. Just about a tablespoon or two and a glass of water seems to help take the edge off the hunger and it seems to last a little longer than a piece of fruit.

Panda86

Honestly, I don't think you are eating enough. Also, what are you eating? A lot of people try to keep their old eating habits, but try sticking it into a set-calorie box. It doesn't quite work. If you are continuing to eat "junk" foods and things like that while trying to stick to a certain calorie goal, you are setting yourself up to be hungry. Make sure your diet is made up of lean proteins, lots of fiber, fruits and veggies. You can eat a lot with fewer calories, since most of those things are naturally lower-calorie. Hope that helps!

Arlenerow

Try eating more protein and cutting out the refined carbohydrates. Protein holds you much longer. And drink, drink, drink plenty of water! Cutting down calories isn't the only part of the weight losing equation. Perhaps consulting a nutritionist would be helpful too. Good luck!

dobarber

You really need to eat over 1200 calories. I eat between 12-1500 cals and have been losing weight. Also as far as hunger suppresant. Try black coffee. It's a natural appetite suppressant.

grannygethealthy1111

Have you tried breaking your total calories into 5 meals a day? It helps keep your blood sugar stable. I know you hate water, but it really helps. Lastly, that is a huge drop in calories all at once. Try dropping your calories at a slower rate to find out what works for you. Every BODY is different. I believe 1200 calories may just be too low for you personally.

CakeFit21

The very best appetite suppressant I have come across is a long run of at least 13 miles. At the very least. The longer the run, the longer I'm not hungry. It's very effective. The problem; when you run for a really long time and then you aren't hungry for a really long time you only have a very short time to eat a whole lot of calories. However, then you can eat all of those calories you didn't want to eat before.

It really works! :flowerforyou:

WordToYourMamma

I would side with the individuals who are saying you are not eating enough. My sister had 120 pounds to lose and MPF has her at 1890 calories a day and she has lost 20 pounds in 3 months and is never hungry. She goes over once in awhile too and is still losing weight. I can't imagine what she was eating before. I, on the other hand, am thin and ALWAYS hungry. I wish there was something I could do but I just have to be hungry (1570 cal/day to maintain my weight). I figure, I would rather be hungry and thin.....and I stick to plan.

Granny1227

1200 calories is the amount MFP assigned me when I entered my data.

brimir

The very best appetite suppressant I have come across is a long run of at least 13 miles. At the very least. The longer the run, the longer I'm not hungry. It's very effective. The problem; when you run for a really long time and then you aren't hungry for a really long time you only have a very short time to eat a whole lot of calories. However, then you can eat all of those calories you didn't want to eat before.

It really works! :flowerforyou:

this would work great if you are a strong runner, for me personally, running or *ahem* trying to run 13 miles in 1 WEEK would possibly kill me!

CakeFit21

The very best appetite suppressant I have come across is a long run of at least 13 miles. At the very least. The longer the run, the longer I'm not hungry. It's very effective. The problem; when you run for a really long time and then you aren't hungry for a really long time you only have a very short time to eat a whole lot of calories. However, then you can eat all of those calories you didn't want to eat before.

It really works! :flowerforyou:

this would work great if you are a strong runner, for me personally, running or *ahem* trying to run 13 miles in 1 WEEK would possibly kill me!

The exertion is relative I suppose.

tiffanydawnn

Yes... protein, fat (nuts), water, and exercise have all regulated my appetite. I'm rarely hungry anymore, and when I am it's like "OK, it's time to eat soon..." vs "ROAR ROAR ROAR EAT THE FIRST THING IN SIGHT!" LOL.

grmpy1

1200 calories is the amount MFP assigned me when I entered my data.

I was given the same amount when I started. I decided a while ago that I wasn't getting enough to lose and keep myself healthy. I upped mine to 1400 and still can lose weight, but I feel much better. And I almost never feel hungry, but if I do, I know it is in what I ate, not how much I ate.

TheRoadDog

My mirror is an appetite suppressant.

victoria543

It is hard sticking to 1200 and only eating 3 meals a day so it can make it easier to do 5 small meals plus try a glass of water half an hr prior to eating

_GlaDOS_

If you change your settings to lose 1 pound a week, I doubt MFP will give you 1200 calories.

Dinah22

My settings are for 1lb per week and I've been allocated 1200 calories. I manage well tthough and don't find I'm hungry - well - not very often!

bethdris

Sounds like you may need to lessen your goal of pounds per week of weight loss, exericse more, and drink lots of water! (i've had to do all the above to keep going)

lizziebeth1028

I am really struggling with being hungry. I have cut back to 1000-1200 calories per day from 2500 or more per day. Are there any appetite suppresants that really help with the hunger? I don't want to get dependent on them - but really could use some help.

You really should not be eating under 1200 calories a day, it's not healthy. What does MFP recommend for your weekly calories?

monikajj

1200 calories is the amount MFP assigned me when I entered my data.

I was in the same boat as you. MFP set me at 1200 cal. I was starving and not losing weight. Friends suggested I raise my calories...well, that wasn't so easy. MFP kept me at 1200 cal with most combinations of activity level and goal weight loss.

I had to set my activity level at 'very active' (I'm not) and a weight loss goal of .5 lbs a week to raise my calories to about 1480. I always get at least 1300-1480 calories in and feel more satisfied and I'm losing weight again.

If you are close to your goal weight or ideal weight, 1/2 lb a week loss is most realistic. I'm having trouble with that fact, but I can't seem to lose any faster, so I'll hang on to at least 1/2 lb...better than nothing.

As far as appetite suppressant: water and protein. Try whey protein shakes sweetened with stevia. They are low in calories and if blended in a blender, they fluff up to a huge glass and a half -- very filling. I use almond milk, whey protein, ice, and sometimes a little fruit to sweeten it more if I can spare the extra sugar.

Babzl1957

Hi, I asked my Doctor about an appetite surpressant to help me with my weight loss. She say's there is nothing out there without harming side affects and refused to give me anything. I went online and discovered a natural substance available in health stores called acai berry. Its supposed to be a berry that africans live on to keep them going when food is short. I take them twice a day. And they have helped me and given me more energy. But of course water before a meal fills you out more so you eat less, and eating plenty of fibre foods. xx Hope this helps, but to be honest I think we all suffer this until our bodies get used to eating less. Have you tried sugar free gum?

koosdel

1200 calories is the amount MFP assigned me when I entered my data.

I would get a second opinion.

FairyMiss

I am really struggling with being hungry. I have cut back to 1000-1200 calories per day from 2500 or more per day. Are there any appetite suppresants that really help with the hunger? I don't want to get dependent on them - but really could use some help.

if you are really having that much trouble adusting try cutting back gradually , this is what we advise for our clients.

also lots of water, good protien.

and there are lots of appitite suppresents some work better than others , some work for some and not others.

FairyMiss

The very best appetite suppressant I have come across is a long run of at least 13 miles. At the very least. The longer the run, the longer I'm not hungry. It's very effective. The problem; when you run for a really long time and then you aren't hungry for a really long time you only have a very short time to eat a whole lot of calories. However, then you can eat all of those calories you didn't want to eat before.

It really works! :flowerforyou:

13 mile run would end my hunger......................................for ever

patience842003

I believe the best thing I found was Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar (w/ the mother) and a teaspoon of honey. For some reason the vinegar has a LOT of health benefits. http://bragg.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=1

joannec2011

1200 calories is NOT enough! MFP quoted me at 1320 for one pound a week, I upped it to 1400 on my own and I lose weight providing I stick to it but even when I go to 1600, I am still able to lose. I remember when I was at 1200 and exercising in the morning and evening and wasn't able to lose.

When I saw a nutritionist, she wanted me at 1600-1800 to lose 1 lb a week.

Keep that in mind.

As for suppressants, they are no good, trust me.

Granny1227

MFP recommends 1200 calories