What are your tips for curbing those hunger pangs ?

This also-nuts, fruits, veggies, etc...
Every 2 hrs or 3 hrs I am eating something small

I find that I do just fine quantity-wise when I am eating mostly nutrient dense foods and do not do well when I'm eating a lot stuff that isn't.

for me , low carb eating, the food cravings simply dissapear, I am no longer hungry all the time, hours and hours go by before I feel like eating again, atkins induction is simply an amazing tool

I don't have hunger pangs anymore, especially since eliminating diet coke and making sure I keep properly fueled.

So, I guess my advice is to not drink sodas and stay fueled with frequent smaller meals.

I generally only get hungry shortly before a meal, but when I do feel hungry and it's not time to eat exercise or drinking something usually will tide me over till it's time to eat.

If I'm really hungry I usually go for a V8 - only 70 calories and 2 servings of vegetables.

Eating yummy foods with a modest calorie deficit.

And learning the difference between hunger and boredom or cravings. When I'm hungry, I'll eat anything. When it's boredom or cravings, I only want specific foods. If I think I'm hungry, and I check the cabinets and fridge and I only have carrots or grapes, and I don't want to eat them, I only want cookies.... I'm not really hungry.

I find eating works

Yeah, that was gonna be my answer.

I find eating works

Yeah, that was gonna be my answer.

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A combination of fiber and protein keeps me feeling satiated. And do some extra cardio and eat back the exercise calories.

eat plenty lean protein! yogurt or Zeal protein shake works for me
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I just started using chia seeds. I put them in my oatmeal and will experimenting with them on salads or on cottage cheese. They absorb liquid like a sponge so if you eat them with plenty of liquid, they should help you feel fuller longer. Even if they didn't help your appetite, they are very nutritious--high in omega 3/s.

1) make sure your calorie defcit is a reasonable one. I had nary a hunger pang when I was losing. If you're having frequent hunger pangs, it is likely your calorie goals are too aggressive.

2) Exercise is an excellent appetite suppresent.

3) plenty of water

4) Foods high in protein, fiber, and healthy fat

5) Kinda goes with #4, but lots of whole foods

This, plus the biggest change for me was when I cut way back on diet soda. I used to drink a lot, and it's my belief it was messing with my appetite. I stopped completely, and there was an overnight change. Now I only drink it with meals and just a small glass. I know this can be contentious, so I'm just sharing my own experience.

B!tching and complaining works for me...I always whip past my co-workers desk and tell her that I'm freakin' starving and she just laughs.

Seriously though, I drink super yummy tea. I order from DavidsTea online and get what ever sounds awesome. Right now I'm drinking mint chocolate. I also bought Pumpkin Chai for when it starts to get colder. I have that Juicy Fruit dessert gum. I also drink a sugar free red bull if I can't take the sweet cravings anymore. That's not for everyone, but Red Bull doesn't make me go crazy. Icebreakers candy also helps, I get the sour ones, they have 1g of carbs per candy.

It is all in your head if your diary is good. It won't take you long to curb the munchies (except PMS, I totally give up when I have PMS). Eat lots of protein, and make sure your snacks fit your macros

Sometimes I'll wake up at 4 to make breakfast for the hubby before he goes to work, and I don't want to eat breakfast before going back to bed, so if I feel a bit hungry I drink a pint of water with a tbsp of chia seeds. It works like magic!