I'm always hungry. I crave bread and sweets morning, noon and night, even after a big pasta dinner. How can I make it to the next meal without snacking?
We could reel off a list of tricks to help you stave off your cravings, but it sounds like you may simply be filling up on the wrong foods.
Refined carbohydrates, which cause a blood sugar spike and crash, can actually leave you hungrier than you were before lifting a fork in the first place.
Instead of white bread and sugar, choose foods that are high in fiber (vegetables, fruits) or protein (lean meats, dairy). Bulkier, low-calorie foods with a high water content (like soups) are also good choices. If you are still bothered with cravings, consider seeing a nutritionist.
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