A constant feeling of hunger may indicate an internal nervous tension, the beginning of the development of a neurotic state, and a stressful effect on the body. In order not to face the consequences of overeating, you need to know what methods help fight nervous hunger.
True hunger is a natural signal. The body is informing that it is time to replenish energy and get rid of the lack of nutrients. Imaginary hunger that occurs almost immediately after a meal or accompanies a person from time to time throughout the day is most often the result of anxiety, stress, neurosis. Usually, in this state, the hands themselves reach for something high-calorie and sweet, but in some cases, you want full-fledged food. Nervous hunger can lead to digestive disorders, obesity, malfunction of the body's systems. Do not give in to temptation, it is better to find a suitable way to deal with the deceptive state.
How to get rid of nervous hunger
The easiest way is to drink. It is best to drink water, including warm or carbonated water. However, the latter option is relevant only in a situation where a person does not have stomach problems, such as gastritis. Juices, fruit drinks, compotes, various teas, coffee, cocoa are also suitable as a drink. It is better to abstain from sweet soda. It is recommended to drink in small sips and in small portions, you do not need to drink a large mug of the selected drink at a time.
If imaginary hunger is provoked by nervous tension and a stressful situation, you need to turn to relaxation methods. Meditation, yoga, breathing exercises will become a kind of magic wands. At the same time, you do not need to spend a huge amount of time on the selected techniques. It will be enough and 15 minutes to recover a little. If conditions permit, you can take a relaxing bath, have a massage, listen to calm music, arrange yourself an aromatherapy session.
In some cases, naps help to save yourself from a sharp feeling of deceptive hunger. During the day, rarely does anyone have the opportunity to get enough sleep. However, trying to carve out 15-20 minutes for naps is not the most difficult and impossible task. You can take a nap during your lunch break at work, sitting in transport.
Fixation on internal uncomfortable sensations most often happens in minutes when a person is not busy with anything. Switching attention will allow you to forget about nervous hunger. It is worth trying to do what you love, take time for a hobby, watch a TV series / movie, or go headlong into work or study. Experts recommend actively engaging your hands in the fight against nervous hunger: knitting, drawing, printing something, sculpting, assembling a designer, etc.
Walking in the fresh air and playing sports tone up, relieve bad thoughts, and help relieve stress. During such actions, you can forget about the excruciating imaginary hunger.
For people who are easily susceptible to suggestion, the process of self-suggestion will be an effective method. Mental repetition of the phrase "I am full, my stomach is full, I have enough strength and energy for today" can have a magical effect within a couple of days from the start of auto-training.
Any actions that increase the amount of endorphins in the blood will help to get rid of nervous hunger.
If you cannot curb your emotions, the state has been dragging on for a long time, you can turn to light sedatives. Herbal tablets or teas / infusions will gradually help to normalize your well-being.
What to eat if you can't overcome imaginary hunger
Any citrus fruit is suitable as a quick snack that will drown out the unpleasant state for a while. The process of peeling an orange or tangerine from the peel itself plays a role here, when the vector of attention is shifted and active work with the hands takes place. Any other fresh fruits, berries, vegetables are also suitable for eating. It is worth remembering that fresh apples and celery are excellent natural anti-stress agents.
If you don't feel like drinking plain water at all, you can make yourself a cinnamon drink. Add a little cinnamon and a spoonful of fresh honey to a glass of hot boiled water. Stir and cool slightly. It is recommended to consume this drink for 3-5 sips within a couple of hours.
To saturate the body with nervous hunger, protein products are suitable, for example, cottage cheese and curds, yogurt, milk.
