Everyone gets hungry at different times during the day. Sometimes we just want something to suppress that craving and keep us from eating too much. People who are trying to lose weight often starve themselves rather than eat for fear of gaining weight. But there are a lot of healthy and tasty foods that will help get the hunger under control and make losing those extra pounds a little easier.
Apples are among the best foods to eat when those hunger pangs come on strong. Apples can be very filling because of their fiber content. But that’s not the only thing good about apples. An apple takes longer to digest so they should be chewed longer. As the brain takes 20 minutes to understand that the stomach is full, chewing longer will make one feel full while still eating the apple.
Citrus fruits like oranges and tangerines are also a good source of fiber which can help suppress that hunger. They are also watery, so they don’t promote weight gain. The same doesn’t apply to citrus fruit juices however. Citrus fruit juices have less nutrients and fiber which reduces the appetite suppressing quality.
Green tea is known to not only burn fat, but also as an excellent appetite suppressant. When one drinks a cup of green tea, hormones are released which are responsible for curbing food cravings.
Almonds are often recommended as snacks for those trying to lose a few pounds. Almonds contain pinolenic acid which the body uses to manufacture hunger suppressing hormones. To get the most out of the almonds they should be chewed well.
Oatmeal is rich in fiber and leaves you with a satisfied feeling for a longer period. Dietitians often recommend oatmeal for breakfast because it is one of the best appetite suppressing foods.
Next time you get those hunger pangs, don’t go hungry, snack on one of these healthy foods instead.
