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You’re not alone.
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Plus, the blood-sugar crash that follows can also be to blame.
Blood-sugar crashes can also encourage your brain to reach for foods that provide quick bursts of energy (e.g.
“They take longer to digest and therefore, we do not feel hungry in an hour.”
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Ros Ten Secrets To Livin Healthy.
Try bulking up your meals with more of these healthy nutrients, rather than adding refined carbohydrates.
Reach for your water bottle before you give in to premature hunger.
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“A lot of what we perceive as hunger is actually thirst,” says Bowden.
If it doesnt blunt your hunger, thats a good signal that maybe you need some food."
“High-water fruits and veggies help [to hydrate you, too],” says Young.
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Thank a genetic advantage, says Young: Some people just have faster metabolism.
If your metabolism is especially fast, you may need to eat more often.
(The more muscle mass you have, the more calories your body burns at rest.
Thanks,strength training!)
This could be a major contributor to added hunger and cravings during the day.
“Adequate sleep has now been clearly shown to influence food intake,” says Das.
Plus, “sleep deprivation can cause elevated levels of hunger hormone,ghrelin,” says Brock.
While each individual’s sleep needs vary, aim for seven to nine hours, says Young.
“If you exercise a lot, you may need to eat more,” says Young.
“Your caloric needs increase with energy output or exercise,” adds Brock.
One surefire way to tell?
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Some medications can increase your appetite, says Young.
(Antidepressants are a common culprit.)
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