What foods can I eat to satisy my appetite and calorie goal?

Seamoan87

I've found myself lately to feel like I have a black hole in my stomach. Maybe I'm not eating foods that are filling but I usually eat within on calorie range of 1200. Sometimes I go over. What can I eat to satisfy my appetite guys?

healthchick

What are you eating for protein?

lukeout007

I'm finding certain things help a lot...pears have been great for me...but also apples and bananas. They keep me full for awhile. Also hard boiled eggs.

earnestfarley

Try protein (I like Monster Milk Vanilla Creme) use cold water and a mixer to really fluff it up. Also Apple Pectin fiber supplement is an appetite suppressor. Of course, drink water. A lot of water. If you are doing weight training, it does make you more hungry

pg3ibew

I am basically eating the same foods I always ate. Just keeping better track of my caloric intake.

kathykroeger1

some of those high protein bars like atkins can be really filling and low calorie. Another trick aside from eating protein snacks like almond or bars, drinking a lot of water helps. Your brain has a hard time deciphering hunger from thirst if you're dehydrated.

THUNDERBIRD49

tuna is cheap and high in protein...I like it on a salad with red wine vinegar!

Seamoan87

What are you eating for protein?

Usually I drink a protein shake for breakfast and some fruit but I haven't drank any lately. Maybe I need to get back on that.

Sherbog

steel cut oatmeal...I love it and it fills me up and lasts for a long time.

Seamoan87

some of those high protein bars like atkins can be really filling and low calorie. Another trick aside from eating protein snacks like almond or bars, drinking a lot of water helps. Your brain has a hard time deciphering hunger from thirst if you're dehydrated.

Ah yes I seem to not be getting enough water lately. It fills me up so quickly, than I'm afraid I'm not eating right or enough.

happy_heather121

The morning protein shake really does it for me. I just started them and that totally satisfy my appetite for hours!

whoiskat23

Taking a quick glance at your diary, and by no means am I food expert, you need to drink more water. It doesn't look likes you are getting near enough.

Takes2long

Do you mean for a snack or as a meal? For meals, I'd say make sure you're getting enough protein, along with good carbs, like whole wheat breads, etc, and a little fat. The protein and fiber will fill you up, and keep you full, longer.

For snacks, I like frozen raw almonds and some fruit. Even a HB egg and fruit.

Sometimes, Teddy the Tapeworm decides to show up, and I never seem to feel full.

vttym

I eat baby carrot sticks for a snack when I need it. The crunch simulates a chip for me, and at 35 calories a serving, it is perfect to nom on to keep your belly happy. It's what works for me anyway!

ajwehling

Starting off the day with an egg beaters omelet with mushroom/spinach or lean meat really helps fill me up. Make sure to have protein snacks, like light mozzarella sticks, too.

nas24

oatmeal and greek yogurt (plain, i add my own honey and fruit)

alyson820

Foods that are high in fiber or protein are great. If I eat greek yogurt with granola for breakfast I'll be satisfied for hours. And drink water! A lot of times when you think you're hungry, you're really just thirsty.

hollyjo21

I get hungry a lot too... but instead of eating a lot of calories at each meal, I spread them out and eat snacks every couple hours (like apples, bananas, string cheese, granola bars... etc). Plus I work out at least an hour everyday to earn extra calories. I eat a lot of protein too!! I am losing weight very quickly as I have lost 8.6 pounds in 2 weeks... So I guess its so far working for me, everyone is different, so just try some different stuff and see what works for you!

Seamoan87

Taking a quick glance at your diary, and by no means am I food expert, you need to drink more water. It doesn't look likes you are getting near enough.

Yeah Lately it feels like I'm forcing myself to drink water. Don't know what's up with that but I'm trying to drink it with every meal now.

DrNicoleRed

I'm on a medically supervised 1000 calorie diet, due to the fact that my resting metabolic rate as measured by indirect calorimetry (not just the MFP equations), so I feel your pain. My satiety is definitely tied more to mechanical stretch (i.e., eating high volume food) more so to than biochemical (i.e., proteins vs. carbs). I suspect the same may be the case for you.

So the key is to pretty much really focus on the standard nutrition recs of getting as full as possible on fruits and veggies.
So prioritize your intake as follows:
1) high volume, low calorie foods: Fresh fruits and non-starchy veggies (leafy greens, etc.)
2) lean protein: beans, low-fat dairy, lean meat
3) Fiber: whole grain breads/pasta, brown rice
4) Healthy fats: dairy, olive oil, avocados

Everything else.

DrNicoleRed

some of those high protein bars like atkins can be really filling and low calorie. Another trick aside from eating protein snacks like almond or bars, drinking a lot of water helps. Your brain has a hard time deciphering hunger from thirst if you're dehydrated.

Ah yes I seem to not be getting enough water lately. It fills me up so quickly, than I'm afraid I'm not eating right or enough.

I'm not the best at keeping up with my water intake, especially in cold weather, but I find I drink more if I use a water bottle or covered cup with a straw. I seem to sip more frequently and constantly. The larger the water bottle, the better so you don't have to go for too many refills. Like if you get a good 32 oz Big Gulp cup (don't actually drink the sugary drink) from a convenience store, you'll only need to fill it twice each day (AM before school/work and mid-afternoon/early evening)--something about sipping from the straw makes it more mindless.

albinogorilla

Salad, with a light dressing, you can eat buckets of it and stay in your calories...........toss some chicken on there........protein is your friend

cloud2011

Here's a filling breakfast:

fruit smoothie with 1/2 each of frozen raspberries, nonfat yogurt, and Trop50 apple juice. (Use 1 c. of each if you want two servings)

or, 1 c. blueberries, one banana and 1/2 cup of pineapple juice. It's very filling.

With the smoothie, I also eat a light multigrain English muffin with a little cheese and a poached egg.

It's a big breakfast but eas and keeps me full for a long time.

NoAdditives

If you find yourself being hungry a lot you may need to increase your calories.

taso42

Increase your protein and maybe your fat.
Eat fibrous veggies like broccoli.

gigigirl003

some of those high protein bars like atkins can be really filling and low calorie. Another trick aside from eating protein snacks like almond or bars, drinking a lot of water helps. Your brain has a hard time deciphering hunger from thirst if you're dehydrated.

Ah yes I seem to not be getting enough water lately. It fills me up so quickly, than I'm afraid I'm not eating right or enough.

I'm not the best at keeping up with my water intake, especially in cold weather, but I find I drink more if I use a water bottle or covered cup with a straw. I seem to sip more frequently and constantly. The larger the water bottle, the better so you don't have to go for too many refills. Like if you get a good 32 oz Big Gulp cup (don't) from a convenience store, you'll only need to fill it twice each day (AM before school/work and mid-afternoon/early evening)--something about sipping from the straw makes it more mindless.

Seamoan87

This might sound like a silly question but what qualifies as lean meat?

PinkEarthMama

Fiber fiber fiber. I think I'm convinced that is the only reason I'm not starving to death.

I eat an apple & pb for breakfast, lunch is soup with beans / lentils, and dinner has a salad with... beans / lentils. I usually have some form of protein ( canned tuna, chicken breast, etc ) and that really helps.

And wayyyyyyyyyyyyy more water.