Dieting - How do you fight hunger? - Page 2

Originally Posted by Mikie 

Well it is not easy to fight with hunger and for me it is not easy to bear this because i cannot bear hunger and just do it at the right time.

Originally Posted by mgm9128 

You are essentially describing what is known as the "Fiber Hypothesis", made popular by Dr. Dennis Burkett in the late 70s, and it has been disproven. It isn't about the volume or digestibility of the food you consume, but rather the quality of the nutrients. You can eat a large bowl of broccoli, and it might fill your stomach to capacity, but your body, and your cells, will still be without proper nourishment. In essence, you are starving yourself by way of stretching your stomach. They've done studies that show rats which eat chow mixed in with a clay mixture will keep consuming the clay until they've reached their bodies naturally determined caloric necessity. Some rats ruptured their stomachs in the process. They will keep eating because their bodies aren't "full", even if their stomachs are. "Hunger pangs" are curbed when you are actually no longer hungry. Try as you might, you can't trick the human body. OP, eat more fat and protein. Disregard calories. Limit carbohydrate intake. That will keep you satiated, and you might just lose some weight as well.

Foods to Keep You Full
Overview

Foods that keep you feeling full longer can help reduce the amount of calories you consume each day. Most foods that sate your appetite are low in energy density, high in volume and low in calories, which means you can eat more and feel full longer. Complex carbohydrates, fresh fruits and vegetables and lean protein are healthy options that help you feel full until your next meal.
Complex Carbohydrates

Complex carbohydrates, such as whole wheat pasta and bread, are packed with fiber and help you feel full longer. Fiber-rich complex carbohydrates take longer to digest than simple carbohydrates found in white bread, pasta and sugary foods. The fiber and slow digestion process keeps you satisfied between meals.
Protein

High-protein foods from animal and plant sources help you stay satisfied between meals. Choose lean protein foods such as legumes, egg whites, fish, dairy products and skinless chicken. Legumes are high in fiber and digested at a slower rate, leaving you full for longer periods. Lentils, chickpeas, pinto beans and black beans can be added to salads, soups and casseroles for additional protein.
Fruits

Fresh fruits have a high water and fiber content that help you feel full for longer periods. Water-dense produce, such as apples and melons, are low-calorie and hydrate you as well. Staying hydrated helps you feel full longer, since feeling hungry is often a sign of dehydration. The high fiber content in fruits also slows digestion, helping you stay full. Reach for a pear or add fruit to a salad for a low-calorie, high-volume option.
Vegetables

Vegetables are a low-calorie, high-volume food that also have a high fiber and water content. Foods with a high-water content are also low in energy density. Low-energy-density foods give you more food for less calories. According to Mayo Clinic.com, raw carrots are approximately 88 percent water and contain only 50 calories per cup. High volume, low-energy-density vegetables include greens, broccoli, asparagus and green beans. Add vegetables to pasta, baked potatoes, stir fry and sandwiches for a meal that will keep you satiated.
References

"Women's Health;" Eat These Healthy Foods for Maximum Satiety; Julie Meyers; December 2009
MayoClinic.com; Energy Density and Weight Loss: Feel Full on Fewer Calories; January 2011
CDC: Eat More, Weight Less?


Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/441656-foods-to-keep-you-full/#ixzz1S3rzclGy

Originally Posted by Eason 

Eat enough fats and proteins. Man the fuck up. Look at your fat, repulsive body in the mirror. Marvel over how repugnant your corpulence must be to the opposite sex. Cry. Feast on the pain.

Originally Posted by Johnny_5 

I had pretty bad hunger pangs when I started intermittent fasting, but now not eating for 16 periods of time is a breeze. Black coffee is your friend. Embrace him.

Originally Posted by Cool The Kid 

Keep your mind focused on other things.

Only eat big meals and don't keep snacks or w/e around.

Don't fuck w/simple carbs too much, they suck at satiating hunger.

Drink coffee (black preferably) & plenty of water.

I'm on a diet now and when I go off the wagon it's because I don't do one of the first three things. When I get focused results start to happen almost right away. I am on intermittent fasting now and not eating breakfast helps a lot. The way I see it, the less meals I have, the more over the top & satisfying I can make the ones I do have. Yesterday I had 3 empanadas, a shell steak and a spoonful of peanut butter. Much more satisfying & just as many calories as 6 shitty little 'clean' meals.

Originally Posted by mr.orange 


Please explain the role of black coffee when fasting. Does it have to be straight or is adding creamer and sugar cheating? Also what's the point of fasting? I've heard of people feeling happier, and clear minded after a few days of this thing.

Originally Posted by mr.orange 


how are you getting your necessary vitamins and minerals?

Originally Posted by Cool The Kid 

Keep your mind focused on other things.

Only eat big meals and don't keep snacks or w/e around.

Don't fuck w/simple carbs too much, they suck at satiating hunger.

Drink coffee (black preferably) & plenty of water.