This article explores the reasons behind constant hunger, highlighting the importance of a balanced diet and nutrient-dense foods.
Are you the type who can’t seem to stop munching? Do you feel an almost immediate hunger—or an irresistible urge to raid the fridge for something to eat? Food often takes center stage for Filipinos. From having three square meals and including a morning merienda as well as an afternoon break, to enjoying midnight snacks, we are always reaching out to some food item. But while it’s easy to brush off this love for food as harmless, you might want to reconsider constant hunger.
Because it might not always be about food — it could actually be your body trying to tell you something else. The most apparent reason you’re always hungry is that you’re not eating enough. Or, you're not getting a well-balanced diet, and eating the types of food that sustains your energy needs. “You may lack refueling. Even if it may seem that your daily activities are not energy-demanding, always remember that our brains depend on glucose,” explained Charleene Nobuo Solomon-Achanzar, a registered nutritionist with 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry and certifications in sports nutrition. In an interview with GMA News Online, she explained that low energy can leave you feeling dizzy or sleepy, even as early as 10 a.m., because the slice of sandwich — which you ate earlier in the day — has already served its purpose, and it’s now time to consume something again to sustain the needs of your body. Case in point, food typically eaten during breakfast like bread and cereals are simple sugars or carbohydrates. These types of foods are digested quickly by the body. While they are a quick source of energy, they may also lead to energy crashes, not to mention a fast rise in sugar levels, which can increase your risk of type 2 diabetes. “As for the quality of food, fiber-rich and nutrient-dense food should always be part of your meal plates to ensure that you’ll reach the optimum level of satiety,” she sai
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