"Just ate bread, so why?"... 7 Unexpected Reasons for Always Being Hungry

Our body needs food for energy.

However, if you continue to feel hungry even after eating, it may indicate a health problem.

In the medical field, extreme hunger is called polyphagia.

However, you can also feel hungry due to unexpected causes.

Based on information from the American health media 'WebMD,' we explore various causes of hunger.

 

 

🔸 Diabetes mellitus

 

The sugars in food are converted into glucose in our bodies and serve as fuel.

However, in the case of diabetes, glucose cannot reach the cells and is excreted in the urine.

So, the body sends signals to consume more food.

Especially, patients with Type 1 diabetes can lose weight even after eating large amounts of food.

 

🔸 That blood sugar

 

Hypoglycemia occurs when the glucose level in the body is very low.

In a hypoglycemic state, hormones that raise blood sugar such as glucagon, adrenaline, and cortisol are secreted.

These hormones convert glycogen stored in the liver into glucose.

It simultaneously induces hunger, prompting the body to replenish blood sugar through food.

 

Our brain sends warning signals to the body when blood sugar levels drop.

At this time, you begin to feel hungry.

It functions as a natural physiological response, prompting the body to consume food in order to obtain the necessary energy.

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When the body does not get enough rest, the hormones that regulate hunger in our body are affected.

 

Lack of sleep disrupts the balance of various hormones and neurotransmitters in the body.

It is known to increase appetite and hunger.

Especially when sleep is insufficient, the secretion of ghrelin, known as the 'hunger hormone,' increases in our body.

Ghrelin stimulates appetite and encourages eating more.

According to previous studies, it has been found that during sleep deprivation, ghrelin levels increase, leading to an increase in hunger.

 

🔸 Stress

 

When we are stressed, a hormone called cortisol is released in our bodies, increasing hunger.

Many people crave high-fat or high-sugar foods when under stress.

This is a reaction to quickly replenish energy when the body is under stress.

 

Stress also affects other hormones that regulate appetite, such as leptin and ghrelin.

Stress increases ghrelin levels, causing hunger.

It reduces the effects of leptin, making it difficult to feel full.

 

🔸 Meal menu

 

Just because you've eaten food doesn't mean you're full.

Satiety can vary depending on the food.

Foods high in protein (lean meat, fish, dairy products) or rich in fiber (fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes) are most effective in suppressing hunger, and healthy fats (nuts, fish, sunflower oil) are

Helps lower cholesterol levels and provides a feeling of fullness.

 

On the other hand, bread, processed foods, and fast food are nutrients.

Because of insufficient, fatty, and unhealthy carbohydrates, you can quickly feel hungry.

 

🔸 Medicine

 

Some medications can increase appetite.

Antihistamines, antidepressants (SSRIs), steroids, some diabetes medications, and antipsychotic drugs fall into this category.

If you have gained weight after taking medication, it is advisable to consult a doctor to see if it can be replaced with another drug.

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An increase in appetite during pregnancy is a common trait among women worldwide.

This is the body's response to sufficiently supply the nutrients necessary for the fetus.

During pregnancy, hormone levels such as estrogen and progesterone increase rapidly.

These hormonal changes increase the body's metabolic rate and stimulate appetite.

 

As the fetus grows, it requires more nutrients and calories.

In the early stages of pregnancy, the major organs and body structures of the fetus are formed.

During this time, a particularly large amount of nutrients is needed.

As pregnancy progresses into the later stages, the fetus's weight increases and it requires more energy.

 

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