Some people suffer because they feel that they constantly need to satisfy their hunger, and they never feel fully satisfied.
Although it may depend on the age, metabolism, and pace of life of each individual, there are some foods that will help us feel full without having to consume them in large quantities.
Fruits and vegetables eliminate hunger
Fruits and vegetables, especially raw, help eliminate hunger and nourish the body with vitamins and minerals. They are also useful due to their low-calorie content. The combination of fiber and water easily fills the stomach and helps to quench the desire to snack something.
A good idea is to make fruit smoothies by mixing a few chopped pieces of fruit with water. You can also sweeten them a bit with stevia if the fruit is not very sweet. On the other hand, vegetable juices do not satisfy hunger so well, because in most cases they do not contain fiber present in fruits.
Gazpacho is another useful option. This is a smoothie made from vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers), which should be eaten unfiltered to preserve the natural fiber present in it.
Wholegrain foods
Most of the flour and grains we consume today are refined, which means that fiber has been removed from them. Eating whole foods is much more satisfying hunger, and also brings more benefits to the body. Choose wholegrain foods such as rice, bread, pastry, etc.
Agar-agar
Agar-agar is a mixture found in seaweed foods and it acts like gelatin. This substance satisfies hunger very well because it works as a thickener in the stomach. As soon as it reaches the stomach and mixes with gastric juice, it increases in size and creates a feeling of satiety.
It also cleanses the body and helps remove toxins and improve bowel function by preventing constipation.
It can be used in soups and stews, as well as gelatin for desserts with fruit juice or herbal drinks.
Legume
Today, almost no one remembers the legume that was consumed very often in ancient times. However, they still remain excellent products. They are rich in protein, so along with vegetables and/or grains, they can be a side dish to any meal.
Unlike animal proteins, they are rich in fiber. In fact, if you ate them regularly, you would notice how pleasant and useful it is to consume them.
An ancient remedy for suppresses hunger
You can also prepare a nutrient mixture by grinding and mixing equal parts flaxseed, wheat germ, and plantain (a medicinal plant used as a natural laxative). Take one or two tablespoons of the drug mixed with a glass of water, 10 or 15 minutes before each meal. You will quickly notice that you no longer need to eat so much.
Water
Thirst is often confused with hunger, and from time to time you may even feel “emotional hunger” or the need to put something in your mouth. In this situation, there is nothing better than drinking two glasses of water. In fact, every time you feel hungry, drink a glass of water. If you are still hungry after five minutes, eat something.
It is important to drink warm water and avoid drinking very cold water. This can cool the digestive system and make it harder to digest food.
Chew food well
In any case, do not forget about the importance of careful chewing of food, which helps to suppress appetite. Hunger lasts for 20 minutes from the beginning of food consumption. If you chew your food well, you will not need to eat so much food, and it will be easier to digest what you have already eaten up.
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