One of the biggest obstacles to weight loss is the feeling of hunger pangs. Whether real or imagined, the feeling of hunger is instinctively a driving force towards food. Several factors contribute to the feeling of hunger, including inadequate intake, psychological desire, dehydration and low blood sugar levels. Psychological desire must be addressed by talking yourself through it. If you are actually hungry, you would eat anything. If the hunger stems from physiology rather than psychological need, there are a few steps you can take to lessen the physical discomfort.
Step 1
Drink plenty of water. Through overeating, we stretch the tissues that make up the stomach muscle, making it harder to feel satiated eating a reasonable amount of food. If you are still hungry after eating, drink another glass of water and wait 20 minutes before heading back into the kitchen.
Step 2
Consume at least 25 g of fiber per day. Fiber is not only beneficial for your colon health, but it also adds to the feeling of satiation and cuts down hunger pangs. Sources of fiber include whole grain breads, cereals and pasta, fruits and vegetables and psyllium husk supplements.
Step 3
Fill your plate with vegetables. By the time you finish your vegetables, you will already be half full. Consume the rest of your meal slowly and stop when satisfied to reduce hunger pangs.
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