10 reasons why you may be hungry 24/7
Did you know that your hunger issues may be caused by dehydration or even sleep deprivation?
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1. Bad sleeping patterns
Poor sleep can affect two hormones linked to your appetite. Try and get at least seven to eight hours of sleep every night. This will help get your energy and hunger levels back on track.
2. Stress
During ‘fight or flight mode’, the body’s stress hormone cortisol increases. This urges you to eat more and more. Most of the time, people crave fatty and sugary foods because of this hormone.
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3. Thyroid Issues
Hyperthyroidism – If your thyroid is overactive, it means you are suffering from hyperthyroidism.
Signs include a fast pulse rate, bulging eyes, nervousness, excessive sweating, muscle weakness and constant thirst.
4. Low Blood Sugar
This means that the glucose in your body is very low. Symptoms of low blood sugar include anxiety, pale skin, sweating, tingling around the mouth and a general feeling of being unwell. For some, when hungry in this state, one can become very angry.
5. Diabetes
Symptoms of diabetes include extreme thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, blurry vision, cuts and bruises that take a long time to heal, a tingling sensation in the hands or feet, and constant fatigue.
6. Parasite Infestation
Worms – roaming around your intestines – take hold of all essential nutrients in your body making you hungry and craving more food than usual.
7. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Just before going onto their menstrual cycle, a woman does have an increase in appetite.
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8. Pregnancy
It’s normal for women to gain a couple kilos here and there in order to get the right amounts of nutrients to their babies. In the process, avoid processed and sugary foods.
9. Dehydration
Many people actually mistake hunger for thirst. If the body is dehydrated, the brain sends a signal that you need to consume something when you actually need liquid intake.
10. Drinking Alcohol
A glass of wine or beer with dinner daily can also be a reason why you feel hungry all the time. Alcohol intake can dehydrate you, which in turn can trick you into thinking you need food when your body actually needs water.
(Source: Top 10 Home Remedies)
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