Can’t seem to stop feeling hungry all the time?
It’s no secret being hangry is the actual worst.
Avocado
Sure, guac may be extra but the hunger-busting effect ofavocadototally makes up for it.
This fan-favorite fruit (yes, fruit!)
is high in healthy fats i.e.
This increases satiety, she says, keeping you full for a longer time.
Eggs
Trying to avoid a growling stomach?
Meanwhile, the protein in eggs is bio-available, meaning your body can readily use it, she says.
Eggs and Cholesterol
Oh, and contrary to popular belief, eggswon’tnecessarily raise your blood cholesterol.
Oats
“The fiber in oats makes it both nutritious and filling,” says Wong.
Looking for a travel-friendly option?
Make oatmeal muffins oroatmeal protein cookiesfor an on-the-go snack starring this healthy filling food.
Bananas
If you need a quick bite, grab abanana.
If your bananas get dark spots, don’t be so quick to toss ‘em.
Lentils
For another dose of satiating fiber and protein, reach for lentils.
It also “boosts peptide YY, a hormone that makes you feel full,” she says.
Go for low-sodium versions or cook dried lentils to avoid the added sodium altogether.
From there, try serving 1/2 cup lentils with a homemade Bolognese sauce.
Nuts also contain fiber and protein, which further contribute to the feeling of fullness.
One serving of nuts equals a small handful or two tablespoons of nut butter, says theAHA.
Selecting Nuts
Not sure which throw in of nut to chomp on?
“But certain ones can offer superior benefits that Americans don’t get enough of,” she adds.
Not all nuts stocking the shelves of your local market are equal, though.
Ways to Eat Nuts
Toss them into a salad, yogurt, or homemade trail mix.
Try: Parks and Nash Tuscan Vegetable Bone Broth Soup, recommends Kenney.
It’s all thanks to the high content of omega-3 fats and protein in the fish, says Christensen.
Buying Fish
If you’re new to buying fish, don’t overthink it, says Christensen.
Frozen fish is usually more affordable, so go with that if it better suits your budget.
Serve your fish fillet, usually about 4 ounces, with awhole grain(i.e.
brown rice, quinoa) or a baked sweet potato, she says.
Together, the protein, fat, and carbs will be sure to keep you full.
Popcorn
Craving a more snack-like snack?
Reach forpopcorn, a whole grain food.
saturated fat), salt, sugar, and artificial ingredients.
Instead, go for air-popped plain popcorn and add spices, herbs, and a bit of olive oil.
Fancy popcorn, FTW.
A2015 studyeven found that yogurt can increase satiating hormones such as peptide YY and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1).
with a single-serving container of Greek yogurt, such as Fage’s Total Plain Greek Yogurt.
Just be sure to watch out for added sugars, which you’ll likely find in flavored versions.