You've used all your calories, but still hungry, what do you

Bekzness

I'm really struggling with this. I have a great day with my eating and am on track, then it gets close to bedtime and I suddenly feel really hungry again.

Right now I feel like I could easily make up some pasta or throw some chips in the oven... but that would throw away the days good work. I have hit 'compete day' on my calorie counter and I expect it to stay that way.

But what do you do to take your mind off the hunger when you first start calorie counting?

I was completely fine and satisfied with less than what I am currently eating before my 'Christmas swell', and I know after a week or so my stomach will shrink again in time, but it feels harder this time round

runnercheryl

If it's that close to my bedtime, I just go to bed and sleep it off knowing I can have food when I wake again.

Otherwise, if I'm unbearably hungry and can't sleep yet I'll just have a small snack and go over my calories. Something for 100 calories satisfies the appetite, and won't destroy hard work.

AmyMK

I always brush my teeth - since most things taste funny after I've done that, it usually will stop me from grabbing something! Gum also works if i just need to chew something.

Or, try drinking hot water with honey and ginger, if you're wanting something sweet.

mna3631

I usually go for a glass of milk or if I'm really hungry, a couple almonds with milk.

myak623

I usually chug a bottle of water.

br0seidon

I can almost guarantee you need to drink more ^^

halphord

water water water! A big glass of water will take care of that hunger...and then head to bed.

nelson07192000

Drink some water...or herbal tea.... do something that will take your mind off of hunger..... go to sleep.
You can do it!

Kristin24C

I usually snack on a cucumber. Theres barely and thing in them and I like that they are crisp!

sharonfincher1

i usually drink water or make me a 10 calorie packet of hawaiin punch if I am craving something sweet...

kailey_watson

If I'm really hungry, I let myself have as many veggies as I want. Carrots, bell peppers, green beans ect... I figure, if my body is REALLY hungry, then the veggies wil be good for it, and if I'm not hungry enough to eat plain veggies, then I'm not really hungry

JamieAmandaC

Water. I keep a water bottle beside me and try to refill it as soon as it's empty.

MaximalLife

I'm really struggling with this. I have a great day with my eating and am on track, then it gets close to bedtime and I suddenly feel really hungry again.

Right now I feel like I could easily make up some pasta or throw some chips in the oven... but that would throw away the days good work. I have hit 'compete day' on my calorie counter and I expect it to stay that way.

But what do you do to take your mind off the hunger when you first start calorie counting?

I was completely fine and satisfied with less than what I am currently eating before my 'Christmas swell', and I know after a week or so my stomach will shrink again in time, but it feels harder this time round

You eat - call today a maintenance day.
I am assuming to have your setting to 1 lb of weekly weight loss?
If not, then you're over reaching.

It may look good on paper, but reality has a way of biting us all on the butt.
Go eat.

And open your diary, and maybe I can help you.

learningtolove

tea,tea ,tea. Or ice water. Or find something to clean, or find a 10 minute workout video online then have small snack.

missfluffyuk

If I can't sleep & I'm hungry, I have a warm milk drink, Usually Milo. I always need to have something to eat/drink like that around 9 - 9.30pm.

tiedye

Maybe plan out your meals/snacks so that you have some extra calories left for the late evening. You could also do some light exercise after dinner to earn some extra cals for another small meal. But since you find yourself hungry consistently at bedtime, maybe rearranging your calories throughout the day to give yourself a boost in the evening.

Also what the others have said about teas, water, and low cal veggies.

HonkyTonks

If your calorie goal is set to 1200 or something I suggest raising it a little.

If not, it's possible you're not hungry but actually thirsty. Drink water or green tea (non caffeinated) Also, lots of protein will help reduce food cravings.

Bekzness

Thanks for the quick replies!

I'm going to go for a big glass of water... I do struggle to drink enough water, it's one of my main goals to hit at least 8 glasses a day. Today I have reached my 8 so I will have to up that to 10 and hope I don't need to pee all night long :P

If that doesn't do the trick I think I'll try the cucumber, I love cucumber and thinking that the act of eating 'something' might convince my body into thinking its done for the day!

@MaximalLife I have added on 200 calories to what was suggested as I know from past experience I don't function well on a 1200 calorie diet, so am on 1400 at the moment. Today has been one of those days where I saved my calories for a big meal with my family so I think that is part of the problem. I will try make my diary public, I wasn't aware that it was hidden

Bridgetc140

I agree on the tea!!! That helped me SO many nights. Especially, since it is so hot it takes a while to finish the mug. Back when I was exercising like a nut, I would work out extra some days for the sole purpose of having extra calories to eat!! Lately, I've been finding it difficult to keep my daughter busy long enough to work out, so I hit the tea in a pinch!! I also drink tons of water and that helps me as well.

Lambiii

i would have Water, or orange squash..

grannisue

It's taken me a while to get back on track after the holidays. I usually don't use my exercise calories unless I have those hunger pains in the evening. I make sure I have had plenty of water and I always keep crunch paks of apples in the fridge and will reach for one of those. If it's not to close to bedtime I will oven roast veggies: zucchinni, onions, red peppers ~ my hubby thinks I am nuts for that but I love them and it's low in calories.:flowerforyou:

dlyeates

Drink some water or put some Crystal Light in it (over by 10 calories isn't really a big deal).

Or do some exercise and earn a snack!!! I try to have a deficit of about 100 calories to make sure I have enough for a snack!!!

jaredpinney

very good concept there! Thank you i will put that into practice

mrsjay4life

Depends on how many calories you are working with per day
You made need to make better food choices. That way you will be
able to eat more and still have calories left as reserve. What I
will suggest that you do find something you like to do that keeps your mind
Occupied; Drinking a glass of water or eat ice. For me hardly go into
my kitchen after my last meal and I have cleaned up! I chew sugar
free gum; read a lot on weight loss success stories or go to bed early.
Always remember if you really need to Eat be honest and still log it,
because looking back in your daily diary you will be able to correct some
of your mistakes as you get better With controlling your appetite. Good luck!
Many has done it and you can also!

mrsmarit

I'm really struggling with this. I have a great day with my eating and am on track, then it gets close to bedtime and I suddenly feel really hungry again.

Right now I feel like I could easily make up some pasta or throw some chips in the oven... but that would throw away the days good work. I have hit 'compete day' on my calorie counter and I expect it to stay that way.

But what do you do to take your mind off the hunger when you first start calorie counting?

I was completely fine and satisfied with less than what I am currently eating before my 'Christmas swell', and I know after a week or so my stomach will shrink again in time, but it feels harder this time round

I looked at your diary and I also think if you ate more protein throughout the day then you might not get those late night cravings.

If you are still hungry then have some veggies or maybe some air popped popcorn.

labeachgirl

Thanks for the quick replies!

I'm going to go for a big glass of water... I do struggle to drink enough water, it's one of my main goals to hit at least 8 glasses a day. Today I have reached my 8 so I will have to up that to 10 and hope I don't need to pee all night long :P

If that doesn't do the trick I think I'll try the cucumber, I love cucumber and thinking that the act of eating 'something' might convince my body into thinking its done for the day!

@MaximalLife I have added on 200 calories to what was suggested as I know from past experience I don't function well on a 1200 calorie diet, so am on 1400 at the moment. Today has been one of those days where I saved my calories for a big meal with my family so I think that is part of the problem. I will try make my diary public, I wasn't aware that it was hidden

Start throwing things into a pitcher of water to flavor it - strawberries, lemon, mint, cucumbers, raspberries, etc - it'll make it more tasty if you have a hard time drinking it straight

AllonsYtotheTardis

As a daily thing, I leave some of my calories for the evening - I always get a little hungry around 9 - 10 pm, so I have a snack. I plan for it, so it fits my goals for the day.

Anthonydaman

go to bed

aaasky

I don't know how you feel about seaweed--seriously I know this sounds weird, but hear me out!--but I just bought a bag of wakame. You can get it in any Asian grocery store, and it's salty and crunchy. Also NO CALORIES. Not exactly chips, but it's a good snack if I just need something to graze on. The sodium and iodine content's high, so that's something to keep in mind, but it also might encourage you to drink more water.

jennifermads1

water water and more water I can almost grantee this is why you are still hungry. Sub some of your snacks for a glass of water too sometimes when we think we are hungry we need a drink x

pinkraynedropjacki

Workout more. I am on 1300 cals a day, I can eat 2500 & still be in my net 1300. I workout enough so I can eat enough.