Ways To Suppress Your Appetite

To lose weight, you need to exercise and cut back on calorie intake, but as the world knows, exercising and a weight loss diet always leads to an increased appetite, so what do you do? Well, you learn to eat smart; with the proper diet and strategy, one can control their Appetite, making your weight loss journey a bit smoother. 

18 Science-Based tips to Reduce Appetite

Eat More Protein

When we work out, we burn calories, which helps us lose weight, but exercise and training also lead to hunger, and most times, people end up consuming more calories through their after-workout meal than the ones burnt, which leads to zero results. The trick here isn’t to eat less but to eat smart. There are food items that make you feel full and keep the calorie count down. Eating protein is not only healthy for the body but also keeps you full and satisfied for a longer period, making you eat less at your next meal. For instance, a boiled egg makes you fuller than a bagel because eggs are protein and keep you energized and full for a long time, whereas bagels do not provide fullness. 

Focus On What You Eat

It is important to focus on your food while eating. Most people eat their food while watching a T.V. show or while staring at their phones. Avoid this habit as it becomes difficult for your brain to register the signals. Studies show that being mindful while eating is important as your brain needs to register your food. Eating quickly or mindlessly will only make you want to eat more. Research shows a direct link between hunger, fullness, and what your eyes register. Two participants were given a milkshake in a study; one was labeled “620-calorie indulgent,” and the other milkshake was labeled “120-calorie sensible”.  Despite the labels on the milkshake, both milkshakes contained equal calories. The participant who drank the “indulgent” showed a drop in the hunger hormone levels. Believing that the drink has more calories makes the brain feel full. However, both drinks contained similar calories. Paying attention to the food you eat is quite beneficial. 

Eat Dark Chocolate

Studies show that eating dark chocolate has a ton of benefits for those who wish to lose weight. The stearic acid present in dark chocolate slows down digestion which keeps you full for long. Additionally, even the simple act of smelling dark chocolate can diminish Appetite and reduce cravings. So, whether you eat it or smell it, dark chocolate has similar effects and dramatically reduces one’s Appetite.