I'm seriously hungry....and I don't know why?

Question

For the last couple of weeks (and no, I'm not pregnant), I have been soooo hungry! I had lunch today with a friend (Thai food) and about 30 mintues later, I felt like I was starving! This happens every day several times a day? I'm 47. What gives?

Answer 1

There are many possibilities. One, your metabolism could be going at a faster clip. If you've been more active, or have been eating a lot of spicy foods, your metabolism might be on the high end, too.

More likely, however, your foods lack substance. At every meal, make sure you have a serving of lean protein, such as chicken breast and/or fat-free milk, along with veggies, which should fill up half your plate. Drink plenty of water and exercise vigorously on a regular basis and it should stop.

Yet another possibility is weight loss. Your body doesn't like to let go of the precious fat it has stored up because. . . well, what if there's a famine? As if! Keep holding on and the pangs will pass, too.

You may also have a medical problem, such as tapeworm. If other symptoms accompany your appetite, such as irritability, diarrhea/constipation, muscle wasting, weakness, depression, etc., see your doctor ASAP.

Answer 2

Have balanced meals - complex carbs, protein, healthy fats, fruit and veggies and eat 5-6 small meals a day which will keep your blood sugar more stable and metabolism higher.
Drink at least 64oz of water a day.
Eat slowly - never overeat.

Answer 3

Your blood sugar level is artificially raised by teh foods you are choosing, and once that level drops, it leaves you feeling hungry...
very common for us at work.
(Iwork for WEight Watchers)

Answer 4

look at whats in the food. for example protein makes you full for longer.

Answer 5

You may be hypoglycemic, it would be a good idea to see a doctor.

Answer 6

Have u been smoking a certain herb?