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Getting Hungry Faster Than I Use To

elizhannah

By elizhannah
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elizhannah Newbie
elizhannah
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I have been on my gluten free diet for 4 months now. Lately it seems after I eat a meal I'm getting hungry several hours after I eat. To were my stomach grows, and it's all of a sudden. I have a small snack but again the same thing happens again. The weight I lost is slowly coming back on. Would like to know if happens to anyone else? And what snacks can anyone suggest? Is there a cook book that with easy snacks in it.

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Lawrence Apprentice
Lawrence
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I have been on my gluten free diet for 4 months now. Lately it seems after I eat a meal I'm getting hungry several hours after I eat. To were my stomach grows, and it's all of a sudden. I have a small snack but again the same thing happens again. The weight I lost is slowly coming back on. Would like to know if happens to anyone else? And what snacks can anyone suggest? Is there a cook book that with easy snacks in it.

Sounds like your in the same boat as me. In the beginning I lost weight and then I balloned. I was 150-155lbs, now I am 190. I was diagnosed two weeks before turning 21, now I'm 24 and almost 25. I'm always hungry on this gluten-free diet. I really hope they come up with a cure for this, it is so depressing.

glutenfreeinminnesota Contributor
glutenfreeinminnesota
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I, too, am hungry quite often. I am 5ft 11 and was about 170lbs before....150-155 after finding out....now back up to 160-165. At first I thought I was getting hungry because I was craving glutenous foods...and maybe that's still the case? I am eating and not satisfying my cravings. I have been on a gluten-free diet almost a year, and I know exactly how you feel. I usually eat grapes, carrots with some gluten-free dip, or Nature Valley's Almond Crunch bars (those I keep in my purse :)). I do notice myself snacking more...so I try to not eat so much for my real meals, since I know I will want to eat soon any ways. SO...no, you are not alone :) Good luck!!

elizhannah Newbie
elizhannah
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I think that's what I'm going to do. Eat Smaller real meals then I wont feel so bad snacking so often. Its good to know I'm not the only one. Thanks everyone. :) Oh I also found if I added Gluten-free pasta in with a meal I dont get hungry as sooner.

Marilyn R Community Regular
Marilyn R
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I'm so skinny! When I was heavy (185 lbs.) nobody said anything, but now it seems everyone feels free to comment on how thin I am (138 lbs and 6' tall.) My appetite ebbs and wains. During the day, I'm sometimes ravenous but in the mornings and evenings (breakfast and dinner), it's a chore to eat. Lara Bars have hit Target, you can get a box of mini Lara Bars for about $10, and they're a good, filling gluten-free snack between meals. I don't think there's many calories in them because they're just fruits and nuts.

My diagnosis perhaps came later in life than you, I'm 51.

I told my gastro about the ravenous appetite during the day and he seemed thrilled to hear that I was hungry, but didn't offer any advice. He just keeps telling me I need to gain weight. Duh. "Make milk shakes"! (I can't tolerate dairy.) "Drink Ensure!" (I can't tolerate soy.) "Drink Boost" (repeat, I cant have soy.)

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FooGirlsMom Rookie
FooGirlsMom
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Hi,

I find that if I'm not eating a proper amount of protein and fibrous foods like fruits and veggies I get hungry faster. If you are slightly insulin resistant a lower carb diet might help. I have always been successful on diets when I focus on homemade soups that are vegetable based, low in fat, etc. I also find that buying raw sunflower seeds in bulk are a great item while I watch TV. That's a lot of cracking & crunching and very few calories for a pile of sf seeds :)

Any diet that is more "whole" vs. processed is going to make you feel full longer, due to the fiber content. Do you drink juice or eat the fruit whole? Many people drink their calories even on gluten-free.

The only liquids I drink when trying to lose weight are water & unsweetened herbal iced tea I make myself (or hot herbal tea) and maybe add lemon or orange to my water. Staying well hydrated is important too.

Other factors that inhibit weight loss are thyroid issues. There is a school of thought that says Omega 3,6,9 is essential to fat metabolism. And...ta da da...you cannot rule out the exercise & fuel-burning factor. Revving up your engine with movement is essential (esp. if your body is in bad shape to begin with). You've heard that muscle burns more calories at rest than fat...well it's true.

Life is an uphill battle isn't it? Hang in there,

FooGirlsMom

sb2178 Enthusiast
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I've found that I need a higher protein, higher fat diet when eating gluten-free (partly because dairy is sadly gone and that was a major source of fat/protein in my previous diet). The easy carbs, rice and potatoes, are digested very quickly. Substitute foods often are very high is starches and digested just as fast. Try looking at your protein intake and fat intake and shifting them to higher levels (focus on good fats: avocados, olives, fish, olive oil, nuts, etc).

Also, are you getting enough calories? How is your nutrient status in terms of iron, B-12, etc?

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GlutenGladi8or Apprentice
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The only liquids I drink when trying to lose weight are water & unsweetened herbal iced tea I make myself (or hot herbal tea) and maybe add lemon or orange to my water. Staying well hydrated is important too.

Amen on the hydration point. Regardless is you are trying to lose weight, maintain weight, or even gain weight, you should be drinking eight to ten glasses of water per day. Not only will it keep you feeling full, it flushes a number of toxins through your system. And don't be surprised in you see an improvement in your skin.

Water is a wonderful thing.

  • 2 weeks later...
krystynycole Contributor
krystynycole
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Hi,

I find that if I'm not eating a proper amount of protein and fibrous foods like fruits and veggies I get hungry faster. If you are slightly insulin resistant a lower carb diet might help. I have always been successful on diets when I focus on homemade soups that are vegetable based, low in fat, etc. I also find that buying raw sunflower seeds in bulk are a great item while I watch TV. That's a lot of cracking & crunching and very few calories for a pile of sf seeds :)

Any diet that is more "whole" vs. processed is going to make you feel full longer, due to the fiber content. Do you drink juice or eat the fruit whole? Many people drink their calories even on gluten-free.

The only liquids I drink when trying to lose weight are water & unsweetened herbal iced tea I make myself (or hot herbal tea) and maybe add lemon or orange to my water. Staying well hydrated is important too.

Other factors that inhibit weight loss are thyroid issues. There is a school of thought that says Omega 3,6,9 is essential to fat metabolism. And...ta da da...you cannot rule out the exercise & fuel-burning factor. Revving up your engine with movement is essential (esp. if your body is in bad shape to begin with). You've heard that muscle burns more calories at rest than fat...well it's true.

Life is an uphill battle isn't it? Hang in there,

FooGirlsMom

I'd definitely agree. I was very hungry when I first started my gluten-free diet. Then a friend of mine suggested adding more protein and fiber to my diet. So I've found ways to eat a proper amount of protein and fiber with EVERY meal. It has made a dramatic change in my eating habits and I'm actually eating smaller to no snacks between meals because I don't get nearly as hungry as I used to.

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