"I've got the hunger!"

[luvmedew]

I'm hungry a lot more now that I'm dieting than I was when I didn't care so much. I think it's because I've got my metabolism up and I need more fuel to burn. I wake up hungry and have to eat something right away- which never used to happen. I'm watching my intake a lot. It's not as restrictive as I thought it would be. I really just have to

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[thelalaprincess]

I'm glad it's going well for you!

One reason you might find that you're feeling hungrier is if you're really reducing your fat intake. Fat is what your body monitors to tell you that you're full, plus fat and protein are what keep you feeling full longer. Fat gets a bad reputation, but it's not always bad, and a lot of low-fat products just replace the fat with a whole lot of sugar, which isn't any better for you. You might have better luck with having a little more fat in your food, but having smaller portions. I also find that 3 almonds will curb my hunger. It takes a while for them to kick in, but the protein really helps without adding too much in the way of calories.

[luvmedew]

Thanks for the tip! My diet plan does include a "minimum" amount of fat-per-day along with a "maximum" intake to stay healthy. I'm also watching the carbs, which helps to eliminate sugar.

A friend of mine who is studying nutrition mentioned soluble fiber as a way to stay fuller longer. I've been trying to find more ways to fit it in and it's really helped a lot. Have you tried it?