July 10, 2024
Another take on cravings and controlling them can come down to the foods you’re just simply not eating enough of.
The media today is trying to steer people away from eating red meat and the low protein/vegetarian diet fad is still going strong.
But here’s the thing – Protein can help reduce cravings and hunger between meals. It increases satiety as protein takes longer to digest and absorb compared to carbs and fat. This slow release of amino acids into the bloodstream promotes a feeling of fullness and satisfaction that lasts longer.
Benefits of Protein:
- Speeds up Recovery
- Builds & Supports Muscle Mass
- Supports Weight & Fat Loss
- Improves Hormonal Balance
- Required to Lower Insulin Levels
- Supports Healthy Blood Sugar Balance
- Curbs Hunger & Cravings
The minimum amount of protein we recommended per day is .8g/kg of body weight. If you lift weight and carry more muscle mass, you’ll need 1g/kg minimum.
Another important macronutrient we often lack is Healthy Fats.
Your brain is about 60 percent fat, and diets low in healthy fats have been linked to poor brain function (brain fog, poor memory/concentration, ect.).
Healthy Fats like nuts/seeds, avocado (oil), olives, extra virgin olive oil, beef tallow, grass fed butter, coconut oil, ect. don’t cause a huge Insulin spike either. Meaning, they can help to stabilize blood sugar better after eating a meal.
Getting an adequate amount of protein and healthy fats each day is a good way to curb hunger and cravings.
