Tips for feeling Sooo Hungry all the time!

If you just started monitoring your intake, you may go through an adjustment period. Have you tried volume eating? I can't see your diary so I can't really give you any advice on things you may want to do differently. What is your calorie goal? What are you fitness, if any, goals?

Go for a walk. It sounds crazy, but it will show you whether you're hungry or just munchy. If you've been cutting sugar, you're going to crave it for a week or two, and it FEELS like hunger. Walking will take your mind off of it if it's a craving, and if you're legitly hungry you can earn some calories to eat something.

What you're putting in your mouth will affect how hungry you feel. If you have no carbs, yes, you're probably going to feel hungry all the time. Watermelon is a great low-cal snack that curbs hunger if you don't mind the carbs. I personally eat a sandwich for lunch on oatmeal bread and it keeps me feeling pretty full until late afternoon.

I recommend a fitbit. Take steps, earn calories. More calories, easier to stay full.

I had a short period of adjustment after starting my calorie-restriction. I think your body does get used to it. I also did some adjusting to what I eat and that has helped in the long run. I no longer eat cereal for breakfast, even though it would fit in my calorie goals. I eat things that will keep me feeling full for longer. Same with other food choices. I switched my snacks to items that were lower in calories but made me feel satisfied. And yes, I am constantly drinking water or tea throughout the day - it really helps! It takes some time and some experimenting but you will get there!

Diary not open... that said..

How long has it been since you started your calorie deficit?
How many pounds did you setup MFP to lose each week?
Do you exercise?
Have you tried to work with meal timing?
Have you tried working with different variations of foods that provide you with the most energy balance (finding foods that provide you with satiety.. balance of proteins, healthy fats and mix of carbs?)

Drink lots of water!!! Sometimes we assume that the feeling in our stomach is that we need food.

If you definitely need to eat a snack, choose fruit or veggies!

Exercise is important and curbs the appetite. You say you have a condition but there might be ways around it. Maybe small dumb Bells with your arms if your legs are not good or elastic bands. Maybe a reclining bicycle to move without the pressure or the balance. Sometimes even by just going outside and breathe fresh air might be good, forcing your body to adjust temperature and things. I don't know how debilitating your condition is but maybe you could ask your doctor or go to a gym and ask a QUALIFIED instructor about the stuff you could do.

I would echo the drinking plenty tip, but also suggest upping your protein intake as it does tend to make you feel fuller for longer.

Try cutting down on the carbs, you can up your fat intake which will make you more full. Cut the sugar, processed foods and gluten. You won't be so hungry in between meals.

Ardael wrote: »

Exercise is important and curbs the appetite. You say you have a condition but there might be ways around it. Maybe small dumb Bells with your arms if your legs are not good or elastic bands. Maybe a reclining bicycle to move without the pressure or the balance. Sometimes even by just going outside and breathe fresh air might be good, forcing your body to adjust temperature and things. I don't know how debilitating your condition is but maybe you could ask your doctor or go to a gym and ask a QUALIFIED instructor about the stuff you could do.

Im thinking maybe pool activities? My community centre has a water walking group, very low impact but great resistance.

Also I find drinking unsweetened herbal tea instead of plain water helps me. It takes longer to drink and feels like more fun. If I’m still hungry after a cup I’ll have a snack. Celestial seasonings is my fave! Spiced tangerine or bengal spice have loads of flavour without sweeteners.