Do you ever stop being hungry?

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  • krmndown100
    krmndown100 Posts: 1 Member
    shifterbrainz wrote: »
    The RD that saved my life emphasized fat intake to avoid hunger and wanted 40% of my calories to come from fat. Controlling calories is a lot easier without having to deal with hunger. Dealing with the supposed risks of high fat diet was far less concerning than the risk of giving in to constant hunger, too. Worked well for me as weight loss was top priority and any "fears" from a 40% fat diet have not materialized.

    I second this!!! EAT FAT!! start researching Low Carb High Fat, or Keto. You wont be hungry again!
  • urloved33
    urloved33 Posts: 3,323 Member
    edited April 2015
    Do you ever stop being hungry? No
  • christineja
    christineja Posts: 22 Member
    I'm so happy to read these replies. I was getting discouraged reading other threads where people said they were full on 1350 calories and/or had a hard time eating up to that or more. I exercise just to eat back the calories and I'm hungry pretty much all of the time. If I didn't exercise and ate the 1250 that MFP rec's for me to lose a lb a week I'd be miserable.
  • flatlndr
    flatlndr Posts: 713 Member
    In addition to fats and proteins, I have a plate full of vegetables ... for example, dinner included 100g of kale and 220g of broccoli. That worked out to only 1/4 of my dinner calories, but the majority of the bulk/size of the meal. Between the protein, the fat and all those vegs/fiber, I don't have hunger.

    As your diary is closed, and your personal stats are closed, I'll second usmcmp's comment that you're probably eating too few calories as well.
  • astrampe
    astrampe Posts: 2,169 Member
    No answer yet, so I will ask again - how much and what do you eat?
    1200 is not enough for most people, but if you eat the right food, it can be done if you feel like punishing yourself.....
    I just had a lunch of 2 mahi mahi fillets (grilled) 1.5 cups of mixed veggies ( broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and so on) and 2.5 oz of greek yogurt guacamole. .... I had trouble finishing it, and it came to 320 cals......
    Peanutbutter crackers won't fill you up, rather have 15 almonds and an apple......
  • Justygirl77
    Justygirl77 Posts: 385 Member
    edited April 2015
    shortgurl410 wrote: »
    I have just started counting and I'm always hungry! I know most of it is habit and because I'm bored but I always feel like I'm starving! Will that ever subside?
    I love food but I want to be a smaller size and it's only my third day and I feel defeated! And sitting here looking at the calories and nutrient facts on food that I thought was ok (peanut butter crackers) will end up putting me over my calorie goal for the day or make my dinner a very small one... Does anyone have good food suggestions that will fill me up and doesn't have so many calories? I want to be successful so I'll take any suggestions I can get!
    If you are hungry even after you have eaten the calories your body needs and more, it's just your appetite. It's related to the hormones of appetite, leptin and ghrelin. Try resetting your appetite for three days by removing additional carbs from your diet (so just eat protein, veggies and fats). You'll still get carbs naturally from foods, but your net carbs will be quite low. I'm currently doing this very thing, and have been for several weeks, and will continue for a couple weeks more). I used to eat 3000 cals or more a day, and feel hungry for every one of them, because that is where my appetite was at. I could not attain and sustain a lower bodyfat because of this. After a few days, my appetite drive was normalized, and I can now eat at a deficit for fat loss!!!!! I'm so excited. Hope this helps. You can check out my food diary if you like.

    I have plenty of energy for exercise! I go on at least 2 hour-long walks daily and often also an off-road mountain bike ride for 10 miles. I lost 7lbs in 3 weeks, and have lost inches off my waist and hips (my problem spot!) I am energetic upon waking and go to bed at 9:30-10pm. I don't use any caffeine at all. It's awesome!

  • shortgurl410
    shortgurl410 Posts: 3 Member
    My calorie goal is 1400 and I'm 4'10" and I weigh 169... My weekly goal is 1 lb a week
  • runningforthetrain
    runningforthetrain Posts: 1,037 Member
    I don't like being hungry- It is way too distracting for me- it annoys me to constantly think of food. I have changed my weight loss goal to 10lbs in a YEAR. I am at 7 lbs down and about 100 more days to go. I eat an "average" deficit of only 100! Sometimes I feel like a wimp when I look at how great other MFP members do. But, I have learned to accept this as what will work for me.... slooooow loss.
  • CherokeeBabe
    CherokeeBabe Posts: 1,704 Member
    I eat anywhere from 1200 (those just-not-hungry days) to 1500 + some exercise cals on normal days. When I go high protein and keep my carbs lower (100 or less) I'm way less hungry, sometimes I even have to make myself eat just to hit my daily goal.

    I'm not sure why, I'm not trying to 'go low carb' or anything, it varies from day to day, I just feel less or no hunger pangs that way. I pair my meat with vegetables, eat yogurt almost daily, a pack or two of oatmeal for breakfast with some fruit, etc. Nothing fancy a lot of the time, but it works for me. I've never really minded feeling a bit hungry, it's only the hormonal days that get under my skin now. On those 'certain days' of the month I want to eat everything I see, I just hold myself back as much as possible and eat normally.
  • astrampe
    astrampe Posts: 2,169 Member
    Ok, that sounds doable..... what does your meals look like?
  • misscaligreen
    misscaligreen Posts: 819 Member
    It goes away!! For now try eating smaller portions spaced out to learn that it really doesn't take large quantities of food to satiate the hunger. Make sure to get a bit of protein with most of your meals. Just fight through the desire to eat everything in sight and it will get better!!
  • misscaligreen
    misscaligreen Posts: 819 Member
    also drink a lot of water. sometimes you think you are hungry but you just need hydration.
  • flatlndr
    flatlndr Posts: 713 Member
    Your numbers seem reasonable. At this point, in order for folks to give you specific feedback, you're going to need to open up your diary for review.

    The other question is whether you are weighing/measuring everything you are eating. Usually people underestimate their intake, but maybe you are overestimating yours.
  • abb117
    abb117 Posts: 81 Member
    If you are eating out of boredom rather than hunger, I would try chewing gum. That has helped me sooo much in the past few months! But I've become kind of a gum addict :#
  • RaeBeeBaby
    RaeBeeBaby Posts: 4,246 Member
    Great advice here! Most of being successful with weight loss comes down to proper nutrition, eating at a deficit with a balance of healthy carbs, protein and fats, but some of it is mind-set. Just like any change, it takes time for the mind/body connection to really kick in. When you are used to the "full" feeling most of the time (or even stuffed) you don't really get what "satisfied" feels like. In my opinion, that changes after awhile and you will become satisfied with less quantities of food.

    Plan your meals with emphasis on lots of veggies, good lean proteins and complex carbs. Eat it, enjoy it, move on. Begin to realize what hunger feels like and recognize it. Ask yourself if you are bored, tired, thirsty or really truly hungry. If you ARE hungry, then eat. I've come to rather enjoy feeling a bit hungry before I eat. That way I know I am eating because my body needs fuel and not just mindless grazing.
  • Tanya949
    Tanya949 Posts: 604 Member
    It gets easier. I don't even feel full with more protein. I had some major hunger pangs in the beginning and just ate a few extra calories so I wouldn't just explode and binge. Your body is used to eating more food, so it's expecting more. You have to train it to expect less, and that's where TIME comes in. Eat a smaller deficit in the beginning, and gradually cut your calories back. I don't find drinking tons of water helps, but if it helps you its a great thing to do. Mostly listen to your body... some days you just need to eat more. And that's OK.
  • flatlndr
    flatlndr Posts: 713 Member
    edited April 2015
    If it is boredom hunger rather than real hunger, get up, get a glass of water, and go for a walk. I find that if I'm doing things, my mind is off food. If I'm sitting around, the desire for mindless eating kicks in. It feels like hunger, but it's not.
  • Francl27
    Francl27 Posts: 26,371 Member
    Veggies, lean meats, eggs, Greek yogurt are staples here. Fruit occasionally (apples satisfy me if I have some protein and/or fat with them). A good filling meal will have a good combo of complex carbs (whole grains, potato), protein and fat. I typically eat 6+ servings of fruit and veggies a day. I still have sweets and treats but small portions (like one scoop of ice cream, or one square of chocolate).

    90% of the time, I'm pretty happy that way. The other 10% suck (typically before my period). Just make sure to eat back at least half your exercise calories if you're hungry.
  • NotQuiteNorm
    NotQuiteNorm Posts: 283 Member
    edited April 2015
    shortgurl410 wrote: »
    My calorie goal is 1400 and I'm 4'10" and I weigh 169... My weekly goal is 1 lb a week

    I'm 4'9 and I have up days and down days when it comes to my appetite. I find that for me it helps to split things into 200 and 300 calorie meals (Kerry Low Low is a brand which makes yummy ready meals I use when I'm too down to cook). I've recently found "Hungry Girl" on youtube which seems to have good advice - I may even buy her book...actually buy it...and read it! Filling out food with veggies is so worth it.. Oh and homemade ice lollies! Lots of ice lollies!

    P.s. you can add me if you like too :)
  • SciranBG
    SciranBG Posts: 97 Member
    Brassica oleracea.
    Cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, collard greens, savoy, kohlrabi and Chinese kale. They are all very filling and low calories.
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