Night Hunger

SkinnyRach22
SkinnyRach22 Posts: 55
in Health and Weight Loss
I am always so hungry at night! It does not make any sense because my biggest meal is usually dinner. I am eating all of my calories too. Does anyone else have this problem?
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  • thatch1234
    thatch1234 Posts: 276 Member
    Ummm hell yeah! Lol. But yes pretty much every night as I work till 4am so I am always hungry. But I think it's a boredom thing. Finally at the end of the day so let's chill and eat. If you try your best to stick it out within 2 weeks the hunger will subside. Worked for me
  • allyleelee
    allyleelee Posts: 1 Member
    I'm always hungry at night too. Usually with a sweet tooth. For a low carb option..you can always do a egg white omelette with a little veggies or for a sweet version...try mixing egg whites with a little cinnamon, almond milk, vanilla extract, and sweetener. Cook like an omelette and top with a small serving of natural peanut butter:)
  • whyhelloheart
    whyhelloheart Posts: 82 Member
    Why don't you have some Greek yogurt at night? I always make it my dessert!
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    Mother_Superior Posts: 1,624 Member
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  • SkinnyRach22
    SkinnyRach22 Posts: 55
    It is weird because I am a month and a half into the process and it just started. I usually do what I call a ham pickle (pickle wrapped in ham haha) and a light baby bell. Plus I chug a whole nalgene. That sweet sweet omelette sounds really good. Thanks! Any other ideas?
  • SkinnyRach22
    SkinnyRach22 Posts: 55
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    OMG I love this ^
  • thatch1234
    thatch1234 Posts: 276 Member
    Sugar free jelly? Next to no calories and fills the sweet craving.
  • nwrainyday
    nwrainyday Posts: 29
    I have the same problem and I think maybe it's because we don't have any food to look forward to after dinner. The rest of the day I can hold out between meals and snacks because I know another is coming. If you think this might be part of it, maybe budget in a bedtime snack. I mean, I know it's not great to eat right before bed, but if a late snack keeps you sane all evening, I don't see the harm.
  • SkinnyRach22
    SkinnyRach22 Posts: 55
    I have the same problem and I think maybe it's because we don't have any food to look forward to after dinner. The rest of the day I can hold out between meals and snacks because I know another is coming. If you think this might be part of it, maybe budget in a bedtime snack. I mean, I know it's not great to eat right before bed, but if a late snack keeps you sane all evening, I don't see the harm.

    That is probably part of it too. I have this weird OCD issue where I feel the need to leave like 100 calories left at the end of the day in case I did not count something right. I guess that is a whole other issue though.
  • LosingExtraKristy
    LosingExtraKristy Posts: 164 Member
    I do. I have been failing a lot lately. I get home and I start to snack or eat an unhealthy dinner. I think boredom is part of the problem. :sad: Not like I don't have a million things to do!!
  • acogg
    acogg Posts: 1,870 Member
    What helped me was to try to get in at least 100 grams of protein throughout the day. Protein is a slow release energy, helping to feel full longer. Plus, it helps to retain muscle.
  • Cakewalk25
    Cakewalk25 Posts: 71 Member
    I really like Greek yogurt with a handful of berries right before I go to bed. It's sweet so it tastes like dessert but it's filling because of the protein in it. Plus it's only 110 calories!
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    usually do what I call a ham pickle (pickle wrapped in ham haha) and a light baby bell.

    I think I just dry heaved…no wait, I actually heaved….
  • SkinnyRach22
    SkinnyRach22 Posts: 55
    usually do what I call a ham pickle (pickle wrapped in ham haha) and a light baby bell.

    I think I just dry heaved…no wait, I actually heaved….

    I know a sodium bomb! Sorry to gross you out!
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    usually do what I call a ham pickle (pickle wrapped in ham haha) and a light baby bell.

    I think I just dry heaved…no wait, I actually heaved….

    I know a sodium bomb! Sorry to gross you out!

    its not the sodium..ham wrapped in a pickle???? Sorry, just sounds bad…
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    you could always slug down a glass of water or protein shake...
  • LBennett34
    LBennett34 Posts: 25 Member
    My husband is a powerlifter and he is always hungry.... It's common for him to have cottage cheese or greek yogurt at night. I'm newer at this and feeling hungry at night, too, but for the first time, I'm NOT giving in. I think its because I use different essential oils to flavor my water so I'm still tasting things and I set my food log to public and I don't want to shame myself by having to log a late night sugar gorge!! Best luck!
  • SkinnyRach22
    SkinnyRach22 Posts: 55
    Sometimes I just go to sleep to avoid eating! I do always drink a whole 32 oz of water before snacking to see if it works. Also addressing the ham pickle doubter, haven't you ever had those little pickle ham cream cheese things at parties or picnics?
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    Also addressing the ham pickle doubter, haven't you ever had those little pickle ham cream cheese things at parties or picnics?

    NO….
  • SkinnyRach22
    SkinnyRach22 Posts: 55
    Also addressing the ham pickle doubter, haven't you ever had those little pickle ham cream cheese things at parties or picnics?

    NO….

    Maybe it is a midwest thing. It is pretty tasty though!
  • XTSH
    XTSH Posts: 129 Member
    Just realised this last night. Had a satisfying dinner accompany by a glass of water to fill the stomach up. I was full and slightly bloated actually. Yet, my brain still craves for more calorific snacks. Instead of fulfilling those cravings, I pop a Sour Plum Tablet into my mouth instead, figures it will keep my mouth busy while the tablet melts slowly. 3 tablets later, the craving stops.
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    Also addressing the ham pickle doubter, haven't you ever had those little pickle ham cream cheese things at parties or picnics?

    NO….

    Maybe it is a midwest thing. It is pretty tasty though!

    LOL could be ….sorry just never had it..or seen it..or tried it...
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  • synapse0782
    synapse0782 Posts: 25 Member
    I get hungry at night too, even if I had a big dinner. I find drinking water or hot tea really helps, gives me something to do. If that fails and I have a sweet tooth, I do ricotta cheese with some vanilla/almond extract, shaved almonds, and a truvia packet. It's good.

    BTW - I LOVE the ham pickle thing but usually with cream cheese :) However all that sodium could be contributing to the problem, I know when I'm on sodium overload I feel hungry and usually am really thirsty.
  • wenshel7
    wenshel7 Posts: 19 Member
    Maybe it's weird, but I like to brush my teeth right after dinner. Toothpaste is sweet mint and then you spit it out, no calories, no carbs! Then, I'm like, I already brushed, can't eat anything else. (I'll still brush again before I actually go to bed, lol).
  • SkinnyRach22
    SkinnyRach22 Posts: 55
    I get hungry at night too, even if I had a big dinner. I find drinking water or hot tea really helps, gives me something to do. If that fails and I have a sweet tooth, I do ricotta cheese with some vanilla/almond extract, shaved almonds, and a truvia packet. It's good.

    BTW - I LOVE the ham pickle thing but usually with cream cheese :) However all that sodium could be contributing to the problem, I know when I'm on sodium overload I feel hungry and usually am really thirsty.

    I have a huge sodium problem. I LOVE salt. It is bad but I am working on it. That ricotta cheese snack sounds really good. I use truvia all the time.

    Also that is a good idea with the brushing of the teeth but I would always just brush my teeth again, food problems over here.

    YES for knowing about the delicious ham pickle cream cheese snack!!! I should start a ham pickle club although I might be the only member....
  • kk_140
    kk_140 Posts: 518 Member
    I've started leaving a bit of wiggle room at night and filling my nighttime sweet tooth with something healthier that I can have a lot of. Like if I'm craving cookies or ice cream, I will eat a cup of lucky charms. Much much less calories, super sweet and tasty. I just plan those night time urges into my day.
  • JustinAnimal
    JustinAnimal Posts: 1,335 Member
    This is my biggest obstacle for weight loss. I always want to eat, even after a big dinner. Makes me feel like a horrible human being.

    Low-cal snacks, like the 100 calorie bags of popcorn; tea, hot water, or decaf coffee. I even do club soda sometimes, because the bubbles kind of fill you up and almost fool you into thinking you're drinking a cocktail... almost....
  • jenna808
    jenna808 Posts: 79 Member
    This happens to me a lot haha. Somebody mentioned it's because there's no more food to look forward to after dinner, pretty sure that's my problem. It's a psychological thing. I usually leave some extra room for this, so my go-tos are: greek yogurt with berries and a drizzle of honey, sugar free jello, 100 calorie bag of kettle corn, cup of flavored tea, or some flavored sparkling water. Lots of other great ideas in here too.
  • SkinnyRach22
    SkinnyRach22 Posts: 55
    This is my biggest obstacle for weight loss. I always want to eat, even after a big dinner. Makes me feel like a horrible human being.

    Low-cal snacks, like the 100 calorie bags of popcorn; tea, hot water, or decaf coffee. I even do club soda sometimes, because the bubbles kind of fill you up and almost fool you into thinking you're drinking a cocktail... almost....

    I have to stock up on greek yogurt because that seems to be most popular night time snack.

    I read this quote on The Berry DAMO yesterday.

    "Hunger does not = strength
    Fullness does not = failure
    You will be ok"

    This makes me feel better when I feel bad about still wanting to eat.

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