Cracking the Code: Understanding Hunger and Weight Loss

Registered nutritionist Rob Hobson explains that feeling constantly hungry can be attributed to various factors such as lack of sleep, chronic stress, overindulging in unhealthy foods, certain medications, and an imbalanced diet. For example, a vegan diet, while rich in plant-based foods, may lack the nutrients and protein found in animal products that help suppress appetite. Lack of sleep disrupts appetite-regulating hormones, while stress triggers hunger pangs. Unhealthy foods low in fiber and high in carbohydrates can cause blood sugar dips, leading to increased hunger. Snacking out of boredom with quickly-digested, sugary foods can create a cycle of intense hunger and cravings.