Feeling hungry is a constant battle for some of us.  We actually eat bigger portions than our bodies need.  A hormone named GHRELIN is produced in the stomach and intestines and it is often referred to as the “hunger hormone”.  GHRELIN has numerous function in the body, the ability and the inability to stimulate hunger.  When the GHRELIN levels rise, the brain gets a message/signal that it is time to eat food.  My theory is when you feel hungry drink a glass of water and if you are truly hungry you will still feel that hunger pang.  Unfortunately GHRELIN can cause a metabolism to slow down, and the reason for this is just incase we have no access to food.  This why I suggest drinking a full glass of water.

Dehydration:  Even mild dehydration can be masked as feelings of hunger, when your body actually just needs fluids.  Always drink water throughout the day.  Do not wait until you feel thirsty, normally you are dehydrated by that time.

Food for thought:  Eat three meals a day, and if you want you can snack on some almonds (no more than 15) ; low sugar fruits or even some organic yogurt.  (low sugar fruits: peaches; plums; berries and even an apple which has great fiber)