What do you do when you're STILL hungry!??

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  • gimpygramma
    gimpygramma Posts: 383 Member
    I must also respond to all of those who have told you to drink water. Is it just an age thing? That is the last thing I would want to do because if I was really wanting food, the water would consumption would have me up every hour on the hour fighting with myself about making a trip to the fridge on my way back from the bathroom.
  • AllonsYtotheTardis
    AllonsYtotheTardis Posts: 16,947 Member
    When I first started this process of losing weight, I had a little trouble figuring out how much to eat, when to eat, so that I wouldn't end up hungry in the evening. Until I sorted that out, if I was still really hungry before bed, I would have a few raw veggies dipped in humus. It was just enough to take the edge off, so I wouldn't feel hungry going to bed, but it wasn't enough calories to blow my day. (probably less than 50 calories).

    really, if a few extra calories now will save you from going crazy and having 400 extra calories a hour from now - it's worth it.
  • smiling_sushi
    smiling_sushi Posts: 46 Member
    If I'm crazy hungry at night, I find that a 1/2 cup of cottage cheese helps a lot. It makes you feel fuller longer than a bunch of quickly digested carbs.
  • Kelley_Marie
    Kelley_Marie Posts: 17
    I know it might sound gross, but I heat up a glass of V8 Vegetable juice and drink it like soup... I make it hot enough so that I have to take my time drinking it and by the end of the cup I feel full.


    It's not awful, especially of you like tomato soup :)
  • sweetjennyd
    sweetjennyd Posts: 2
    Water is awesome fills ya up and is good for ya! I like to first exercise a little, usually abs or yoga dvd so I feel like Im ahead of the game and then its too valuable. Think getting paid time and a half b/c your controlling your unnecessary urge to eat (which is totally a process to build will power that will help you all over life) and also getting some added calories that will counter act any lapse you may have had. Remember, the pain of discipline is short, the glory of fruition is eternal!
  • sweetjennyd
    sweetjennyd Posts: 2
    If ya need something thouh I hear boiled egg whites (which are the only part I like when boiled so its suited for me) are only 17 calories and dont have all the salt of a pickle...
  • Shadowknight137
    Shadowknight137 Posts: 1,243 Member
    Save your calories for night time. Then meet your goal and sleep satisfied.
  • SoDamnHungry
    SoDamnHungry Posts: 6,998 Member
    If you're that hungry, just eat something. Some days, I'm just too hungry to stay under calories.
  • lakebarbie
    lakebarbie Posts: 1
    I must also respond to all of those who have told you to drink water. Is it just an age thing? That is the last thing I would want to do because if I was really wanting food, the water would consumption would have me up every hour on the hour fighting with myself about making a trip to the fridge on my way back from the bathroom.




    AMEN!!! lol I either spoon full of nutella... or PB yea I know it'll put me over but seriously.... you're human it's going to happen...especially if you're female and close to that time of month.... I know all I want is sweets and no matter how hard I chew on my Bubble Mint Orbit that craving for chocolate and sweets does not go away! so I either take a spoon full of Nutella PB or honey just to get the craving out of the way I savor every bit of it and keep it in my mouth till I'm sick of tasting it. yea it sounds a little sadistic but its much better than undoing your whole day on half a sleeve of Oreos or a box of chocolate.... things happen and as long as it isn't EVERY NIGHT or every week it will all work out.
  • crazy4fids
    crazy4fids Posts: 173
    How about burning some cals by doing a round of crunches or pushups, then run up and down the stairs. After that, indulge in some low fat yogurt with some nuts sprinkled on it. The extra 100 calories won't put you that much over even if you skip the mini workout.
  • FoundProdigal
    FoundProdigal Posts: 32 Member
    Are you getting enough protein? Protein is what helps keep you feeling full....it's were I struggle the most.
  • befit64
    befit64 Posts: 2
    I find when I keep craving carbs at night, that the way to stop the cycle is to have some protein instead. A slice of cheese, an egg or even a glass of milk. Although this does incease your fat and calories a bit, it's better than falling off the cliff and eating a bag of chips or cookies.
  • sum1serin
    sum1serin Posts: 32 Member
    I also have little post it notes outside and inside my fridge that say "Are you hungry or bored" and a big ole list of 'what to do instead of snacking' ideas posted to the fridge. :)

    Wanna share that list?
  • notworthstalking
    notworthstalking Posts: 531 Member
    I find if I have a class of milk at night , I sleep better. So even if it sends me over , it's about 92 calories for a big glass. I crave carbs at night if I don't eat enough with dinner. I do work afternoon shift though.
  • meaningful99
    meaningful99 Posts: 174
    Brush and floss your teeth. Then you won't want to mess up that clean feeling.
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,194 Member
    :flowerforyou: I just looked at your food diary and it's full of bread, pasta, and processed foods.......try some different planning for the future.......lean protein and lots of vegetables and ditch the bread and pasta......you'll have more food to eat for fewer calories and the carb cravings will lessen.......also add some serious exercise to your day so you can eat more than a minimum number of calories.
  • Boringdoug
    Boringdoug Posts: 72 Member
    I just feel sorry for myself. I like to suffer.
  • 366to266
    366to266 Posts: 473 Member
    I failed at dieting for 30 years because I was hungry. Why? Because my diet comprised bread, pasta, fruit and juice.

    Give yourself a fighting chance!!!!

    Give them up!!!!

    Since going strictly low carb, no junk foods etc I find that after eating my main meal at about 4pm I am not hungry again until the following lunchtime!

    I can't believe it myself.

    In the meantime, eat a hard boiled egg slowly while drinking a pint of water. That kills my hunger for hours.
  • amsthegreat
    amsthegreat Posts: 228 Member
    Techniques for fighting hunger:

    1. Drink lots of water
    2. Snack on fruits and veggies
    3. Drink some hot tea with a splash of skim milk
    4. A spoonful of peanut butter goes a LOOOONG way
    5. Chew gum
    6. If you are really hungry, then eat. No harm, no foul.

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