Dealing with hunger

foodie_bekka
foodie_bekka Posts: 3
edited October 3 in Health and Weight Loss
I am having real problems dealing with hunger pains, and I know this may sound like something of an excuse but it sometimes leads to migraines and nausea. Does anyone here have any good hints and tips of how to stave these pains?

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  • catherine1979
    catherine1979 Posts: 704 Member
    I drink lots of water and that definitely helps. Also high protein snacks keep me feeling full longer.
  • terrellc1
    terrellc1 Posts: 231 Member
    If you're that hungry, eat something. I am a low-carber and can't remember the last time I actually had a hunger pang. I do not miss it.
  • bitterbrownie
    bitterbrownie Posts: 369
    eat! you shouldn't be hungry! try eating more fibre and protein to keep you full or eat more frequently throughout the day :)
  • law0830
    law0830 Posts: 2
    Protein, protein, protein. If you have at least 30grams of protein in the morning (within 30 mins of waking up) then eat a good breakfast it should help keep you full until lunch. Eat a protein rich lunch and dinner have a smart snack. Also drinks lots of water.
  • Skinny_minny_mo
    Skinny_minny_mo Posts: 1,272 Member
    water helps me too, or tea.

    but if it's proper hunger pangs then you probably need to eat.

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  • Christinichka
    Christinichka Posts: 171 Member
    smaller meals for frequently. I aim for 5-6 small meals a day. And protein with as many of those as you can (nuts, peanut butter, cheese, dairy, meat, etc.) Then also drinking lots of water.
  • BrewerGeorge
    BrewerGeorge Posts: 397 Member
    If you're that hungry, eat something. I am a low-carber and can't remember the last time I actually had a hunger pang. I do not miss it.
    I agree with this. If you're set up properly (and of normal health) you shouldn't be hungry. What's your daily calorie goal?
  • tinat71
    tinat71 Posts: 3
    I have been using peppermint tea, no sugar of course. But if you have some honey to add then maybe that would even give you a small caloric boast. The mint really helps with the nausea. I drink it over ice....
  • francelance
    francelance Posts: 1
    Eat when you're hungry, don't starve yourself. I snack on almonds (plain) and it's true what everyone says, drink lots of water. I also need to work on that.
  • rwd5046
    rwd5046 Posts: 302
    Liquids, cold and hot. Mini meals during the day until you adjust. Healthy foods that include a little more fiber.
  • tmiqueen
    tmiqueen Posts: 254 Member
    Without seeing your diary, I can't say what the cause is.
    1) Making sure you get enough calories is a start. Make sure you're getting at least the minimum.
    2) Drink plenty of water. Dehydration can make you feel nauseous and give you a headache.
    3) Make sure you're getting enough carbs. Low blood sugar can do the same thing.
    4) If you've stopped drinking caffienated beverages, or have been cutting back in the last few weeks, it could be caffiene withdrawl.

    If none of that works, go see your doctor.
  • Aussie4870
    Aussie4870 Posts: 120
    water, water, water, water...oh, and more water....

    i am also a low-carber and i do not get hungerpains anymore...

    i try not to eat any carbs in the mornings, or before about 1pm when i have lunch since i notice that when i do i just want to eat everything that i lay my hands on...

    but if you are hungry then eat...and dont wait to be starving where its hard to use self control...

    try celery sticks with a little peanut butter, Fiber One 90 calorie bars are good, or some nuts without salt...
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