Help I'm starving!!

beautifulme32

Exercise more! A lot of the time, I only exercise so I can eat more It doesn't make you that much hungrier, but you get to eat as many more calories as you burn.

good idea but as a single mom of 7 I don't always have time to workout:frown:

Play with your kids! It's a great workout, it's fun, and healthier for all of you!

Yea I always do

beautifulme32

thanks

beautifulme32

lol ok

gsager

Eat your exercise calories.

BrienJD

I second some previous posters, I think your calorie intake is too low. I'm not sure about women but the minimum for men is 1600, I think its around 1400 for women, 1200 +/- is way too low in my opinion, no wonder you are starving!!!!!

beautifulme32

You could be right maybe I should see a nutritionist

beautifulme32

just wanted to thank everyone for all the great ideas

eolivero

Quite often, boredom leads to feeling hungry. If you have eaten enough "good" food and you KNOW you aren't starving, you might be bored or falling back into old habits.
My own experience - I used to be a "midnight snacker". Basically, I would HAVE TO EAT when I watched TV. I replaced my idle time during commercials with a quick set of crunches or push ups. Amazing how fast you decide to turn off the TV and go to bed.

irisheyes42us

:flowerforyou: I would eat low calorie veggies at every meal, and make sure you are getting lean protein with each meal. Low carb protein bars for snacks. Nature Valley Protein bars are tasty. They have 10 grms of protein and 14 carbs, 190 calories. You try some of the suggestions you got, and you will find what works for you. sometimes you just have days where you are hungrier, and on those days you need to listen to your body and eat more on those days. You will find your way

chameleon73

When I am starving I make myself a gigantic dinner... but all that dinner is 2 or 3 huge portions of steamed veggies (or maybe I will cook them in chicken broth) I will throw in a boca burger or maybe a chicken sausage for protein. It only adds up for 300 to 400 calories and it's a HUGE plate of food. It makes me feel really full and satisfied and it is really, really healthy!

I am used to big protions, so when I want to have a big portion of something I indulge... just with healthier stuff.

When my daughter or I are feeling absolutely starving.... This is what we cook up.

1 whole sweet onion (106 cal)
1 whole red bell pepper (50 cal)
1 whole medium size yellow squash (31 cal)
4 oz grilled chicken breast chopped (176 cal)

Total calories 363 and it's a HUGE plate of food. we use a little Pam to keep it from sticking, add a little water and cover to steam, some garlic and pepper to taste. I can barely eat it all.

** sometimes we substitute the chicken breast with 3 oz boiled shrimp (80 cal) which makes the total calories 267!

rachelpries

I have found the following to be satisfying. I eat it as soon as I am done with Bikram yoga in the morning.

1/2 c oatmeal
1 T chia seed
5 prunes (diced)
2/3 c water

elenaamaretto

lots of water. i drink smoothies or naked juices in place of a meal sometimes and i eat baby carrots or an apple with it and im full. also try not to drink coffee because it will dehydrate you. substitute tea if you can. and try not to eat artificial sweeteners, they'll only make your body crave more.

i snack a lot on baby carrots, apples, and bananas. they usually help when im starving. i also drink a glass of water before i eat.

Ericacea

I've stopped drinking anything with calories, so I save calories for things that are filling. Also, raw or steamed veggies are full of fiber and many are really low-cal and filling. But hey, I still feel really hungry sometimes too, and people generally just say "drink water, eat more protein." I think you also have to put your mind to ignoring the hungry feelings and/or making sure their cause isn't emotional. Good luck!

delsey2007

I agree girl, I'm going thru the same thing. I find that when I try to track my intake I end up getting hungry by doing that. I'm trying (again) and hopefully will get more progress...but anyway, yeah, I get the same way. Fiber and proteins are supposed to help and if nothing else, find foods that are low in calories that you can eat a lot of and it'll make you feel more full. I've been drinking water pretty much every day all day now instead of soda intake and have found that I get hungry less, but at the same time, I still went over my calorie goals for each day...it just goes by planning too.

Inacay

Hi there. I found this and just did it. I remembered your post about "starving." One of the things I do is that on the days I don't work out I meditate, educate, or focus on my life and weight loss. I found this and just did it about changing habits. Hope this helps: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97YZeencY8M&feature=related

Smuterella

Exercise more! A lot of the time, I only exercise so I can eat more It doesn't make you that much hungrier, but you get to eat as many more calories as you burn.

good idea but as a single mom of 7 I don't always have time to workout:frown:

Wow - Just a thought - what is your activity level set at? I hope it isn't sedentary as I don't think it is possible to take care of 7 kids and be sedentary!

aubsgg

You want high volume/low cal foods. Veggies and to a lesser degree fruits. If you think you don't like them start small, apple, orange, carrots. Or try a salad with carefully measured dressing. Oatmeal for breakfast with 1/4 cup of fruit is really good and satisfying.

Your post says 1290 cal goal. Your diary is mostly showing higher amounts. 1400ish is probably good.

Take the kids out and play tag, touch football, basketball, go for a walk or bike ride. They will feel loved, they will also being getting good role modeling for their own lives.

I have found completely changing what I'm eating is easier than trying to eat less of stuff I'm used too. I concentrate on getting 25-30 grams of fiber. To do it meals need to be predominately veggies and fruits. I have many days of only 1000-1200 calorie intake (should be 1400) but I'm not hungry.

ahinski

1. Eat small meals throughout the day... sometimes I feel like I never STOP eating... so I almost never feel hungry anymore.
2. Eat foods high in fiber (fruit and whole grains like oatmeal, flaxseed, millet, and chia seeds)
3. Eat foods high in protein (beans, mushrooms, quinoa, almonds etc)
4. Drink LOTS of water. Drink water ALL DAY LONG. We often confuse thirst for hunger, and eat when we are really thirsty. Also, your skin will thank you
5. If you're "starving" after you just ate, it may be emotional. Consider seeking out the help of a councilor or therapist.

Good luck. It's almost impossible not to eat when your brain thinks you are "starving"...sometimes all the so-called "willpower" in the world just isn't enough.