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Aquarians

Ok, this is the weird$ place on ET, might as well discuss my unusual quirk.

I hate eating.

Tried Googling for the term but I get completely orthogonal results. Anorexics who really, viscerally, hate eating.

I don't hate it for some physical reason, I hate eating because it's so disrupting to my otherwise hard to achieve "mental flow". Getting into flow is 99% the key to great results, only like 99% of my wake up time is spent:

  • Starting to feel like I'm hungry and being pissed about it (can't concentrate, need to eat)
  • Well, eating. Can't concentrate, I'm eating.
  • Feeling like I just ate hence need. to. nap. Like a cat after a meal, can't concentrate, I'm sleeping.
  • There's a brief period when waking up after the after-lunch nap when I'm neither sleepy nor hungry and takes just a bit of effort to get into flow. I do 99% of my work then. Problem is the system is extremely inneficient and inevitably hunger creeps in hence GOTO #1.
 
You need to seek the flow of eating, or fleating. At first you might find the feeling of fleating is fleeting, but persevere and that fleating feeling will become second nature.
 
tetramorium said:
You need to seek the flow of eating, or fleating. At first you might find the feeling of fleating is fleeting, but persevere and that fleating feeling will become second nature.
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Sorry, don't know what "fleating" is and I can't seem to find a definition for it.

On the other hand I know a guy that claims to adhere to the OMAD (one meal a day diet). I don't know how that is even possible except for a brief period of time and essentially undergo a period of self-imposed starvation.
 
Aquarians said:
Ok, this is the weird$ place on ET, might as well discuss my unusual quirk.

I hate eating.

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I always thought the term "hangry" meant getting angry because one was hungry and could not eat or something. An angry hungry. Or perhaps an anger that you were hungry?

That latter part is what I think you are on about.

For me, I do not get "hangry". I just get annoyed that I have to eat food.

Like you, I think it is annoying at this point. It takes up time that could be better served elsewhere. The prep and cooking, the portions...All that to feed this stupid body? I eat only because I know I have to, to keep the body going. But it is such a loss of time.

I get what you are feeling, man. But you know what? Nothing wrong with a couple of days of fasting to put you back on track. For me, when I get tired of eating and fast for two days? My body gets hangry for NOT eating, hehe.
 
tetramorium said:
You need to seek the flow of eating, or fleating. At first you might find the feeling of fleating is fleeting, but persevere and that fleating feeling will become second nature.
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You need to find the perfect balance for yourself! Where is the combination of optimal action and result! This is love for your work))))
 
Overnight said:
I always thought the term "hangry" meant getting angry because one was hungry and could not eat or something. An angry hungry. Or perhaps an anger that you were hungry?

That latter part is what I think you are on about.

For me, I do not get "hangry". I just get annoyed that I have to eat food.

Like you, I think it is annoying at this point. It takes up time that could be better served elsewhere. The prep and cooking, the portions...All that to feed this stupid body? I eat only because I know I have to, to keep the body going. But it is such a loss of time.

I get what you are feeling, man. But you know what? Nothing wrong with a couple of days of fasting to put you back on track. For me, when I get tired of eating and fast for two days? My body gets hangry for NOT eating, hehe.
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Never fastened in my life. I'm trying to figure out how to add more mileage to a refill.

I know approximately how much eating various stuff will last me, it's in the 2h - 8h range. 8h is not bad at all but I rarely get that, seems to be cumulative, built on previous lower numbers.

Like yesterday it was like this:

8:30: a pretzel-dog (a hot dog inside of a pretzel) and a cup of yogurt. Kept me for 3 hours.
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11:30: for lack of inspiration and hanger settling fast, repeat pretzel-dog + yogurt. Strangely it took almost 5 hours till hangry again.
16:00 This time said to myself, I'll stuff as much as I can. Beans soup with smoked ham + sour cream + onion salad + bread.

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Then fried pork + sausages + potatoes + pickled cucumber.
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And an apple and an orange at the end.

All this 700% percent caloric and quantitative addition to the puny pretzel in the morning, got me from 5 hours to ... 6 hours :mad:

Around 10 in the evening I was trying to get to sleep but from the sensation in my stomach and the
insurmountable feeling of annoyance it was clear I have to fill up again, although highly unhealthy (as said by experts). A cheese sandwich + glass of milk did the trick but nevertheless, I still had to fight the urge to empty the fridge for a while after, before the brain got the notice that I actually put something in the gas tank.
 
Aquarians said:
Never fastened in my life. I'm trying to figure out how to add more mileage to a refill.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Avoid-Hunger-While-Fasting
How to Avoid Hunger While FastingDownload Article
METHODS
1Reducing Your Appetite
2Controlling Your Hungry Thoughts
OTHER SECTIONS
Tips and Warnings
Related Articles
References

Co-authored by Lyssandra Guerra
Last Updated: September 1, 2022 References

When you fast, you’re purposefully not eating food for a specific period of time, which can be an effective way to lose and maintain weight.[1] Fasting helps manage blood pressure and cholesterol, and also balances blood sugar levels by helping insulin go down so that your body burns fat for fuel. The toughest part about fasting is the hunger you can sometimes feel while you wait for your next meal. Fortunately, there are a few things you can try to help curb your appetite and keep your mind off of those nagging hunger pangs.


Method1
Reducing Your Appetite

  1. 1
    Pour yourself a glass of water anytime you feel hungry. If you feel hungry, it’s possible that you’re actually just thirsty and your body can’t tell the difference.[2] Fix yourself a nice glass of water and drink it to stay hydrated and control your appetite until your feeding window opens.
    • Try to drink at least 1.5 litres (0.40 US gal) of water a day.[3]



  2. 2
    Grab a sparkling water to help you feel less hungry. The carbonation in a can or bottle of sparkling water can help suppress your appetite and make you feel less hungry while you’re fasting.[4] Crack open a fresh, bubbly sparkling water to drink whenever the hunger pangs strike.
    • Sparkling water also doesn’t have any sugar or calories and will help keep you hydrated.
    • Try flavored sparkling water for a tasty beverage that won’t break your fast.



  3. 3
    Drink some black coffee to help curb your appetite. Black coffee contains caffeine, which can help suppress your appetite and make you feel more satiated during your fasting window.[5] Studies also suggest that coffee contains ingredients that may help lower your hunger.[6]
    • Avoid adding sugar or creamer to your coffee, which will definitely break your fast!
    • Try not to consume more than 500-600 mg of caffeine, which is about 4-7 cups of coffee, or you could experience anxiety, tremors, or a rapid heart rate.[7]



  4. 4
    Steep a glass of black, green, or herbal tea to perk yourself up. Both green and black tea also contain caffeine.[8] Caffeine can lower your hunger levels and help you get through your fast.[9] Additionally, studies suggest that green tea can help you burn fat and modify your appetite, which may make you less hungry.[10] Steep a bag of tea in 1 cup (240 mL) of hot water for about 3-5 minutes and then remove it before you drink it. If you don’t want caffeine, make a nice cup of herbal tea.
    • Avoid herbal teas that contain dried fruit for flavor. The sugar in the fruit can break your fast.



  5. 5
    Take a sip of apple cider vinegar to feel satiated. Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid.[11] Studies show that acetic acid may help reduce your appetite and hunger pangs.[12] If you’re feeling really hungry, drink about 1–2 teaspoons (4.9–9.9 mL) of apple cider vinegar to suppress your appetite and help you get through your fast.
    • Choose apple cider vinegar instead of white vinegar.
    • If the taste of pure apple cider vinegar is too strong, add it to a glass of water to dilute it.



  6. 6
    Chew sugar-free gum to settle your stomach. Chewing gum can help temporarily satiate your appetite. If you’re struggling with hunger pangs, chew on some sugar-free gum, which won’t break your fast.[13]
    • Chewing gum can make you more hungry later, so use it towards the end of your fast to help you make it to your feeding window.


Method2
Controlling Your Hungry Thoughts

  1. 1
    Focus on the positive aspects of fasting instead of being hungry. Studies suggest that you can actually train your brain to control your appetite.[14] Remember why you’re fasting whenever you get hungry. Shift your mind from thinking about being hungry to thinking about the benefits of your fast.
    • For instance, if you’re fasting because you’re overweight or have diabetes, imagine how much better you’ll feel to keep your mind off of temporarily being hungry. If you’re fasting to improve your fitness or appearance, focus on how good you’ll look if you can keep at it.
    • Remember, you will eat again! Your fast is only for a certain amount of time and then you get to enjoy a nice meal.



  2. 2
    Distract yourself with work or other tasks to stay busy. Keep your mind occupied by focusing on a work project or report. Knock out some chores around the house that you’ve been meaning to get to. Call a friend to catch up, respond to an email that’s been sitting in your inbox, or just go for a walk to distract yourself so your hungry craving goes away.[15]
    • You could also find something fun to do like play a video game or work on a hobby.
    • You may be surprised how quickly your hunger fades when your mind is busy!



  3. 3
    Go to bed early to get enough sleep and avoid late-night snacks. Getting enough sleep is really important to help regulate your blood sugar levels, which can help control your appetite.[16] You may also feel tempted to break or cheat on your fast when those late-night hunger pangs set in, so try going to bed earlier so you don’t overindulge.
    • Aim to get at least 7 hours of sleep each night.
    • Sleep is also super important to help your body recover and repair itself if you exercise.



  4. 4
    Exercise to work your body and distract your mind. Studies suggest that exercising while fasting can help increase weight loss, improve body composition, and lower hunger levels.[17] If you find yourself getting hungry, try going for a walk, run, or bike ride. You’ll burn additional calories and keep your mind off being hungry at the same time.
    • Head to your local gym and hop on an elliptical bike or a rowing machine.
    • Sign up for a group fitness class such as CrossFit, Zumba, or yoga.






Warnings
  • Talk to your doctor before you start fasting to make sure it’s safe for you. If you feel faint or dizzy, contact your doctor, just to be safe.





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References
  1. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25540982/
  2. ↑https://hub.jhu.edu/at-work/2020/01/15/focus-on-wellness-drinking-more-water/
  3. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19724292/
  4. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23327968/
  5. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27824614/
  6. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23204152/
  7. ↑https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4462044/
  8. ↑https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-...healthy-eating/in-depth/caffeine/art-20049372
  9. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27824614/

  1. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21115335/
  2. ↑https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/fo...ng-the-health-benefits-of-apple-cider-vinegar
  3. ↑https://www.nature.com/articles/ncomms4611
  4. ↑https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21718732/
  5. ↑https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5829122/
  6. ↑https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/5-ways-to-outwit-your-appetite
  7. ↑https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC535424/
  8. ↑https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4176132/
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You might want to try cooking as a form of relaxing. At the same time you can listen to some podcasts, so your time is not totally invested in just cooking the meal. Then you will enjoy the food a lot more, you have produced the meal.
Eating will take about 15-20 minutes and should give you enough energy to carry on with your day. A good nap after the meal for another 15 minutes will charge you for 4-5 hours.
Sometimes we are in too much of a rush and feel that we are wasting time doing mundane things, but they are part of a greater purpose. Your productivity comes from a proper routine of good meals and a right amount of rest. So it is all done for a reason.
 
I am not sure if this will make you more hangry or less, but if you don't know about this guy from the UK, Beardmeatsfood, watch some of his videos on his channel. I first learned of him some years ago when he was on the Nathan's hot-dog July 4 contest.


He has a ton of videos stretching back years. He is both the same and opposite of hangry I think, depending on how you define the term. :-)
 
Overnight said:
I am not sure if this will make you more hangry or less, but if you don't know about this guy from the UK, Beardmeatsfood, watch some of his videos on his channel. I first learned of him some years ago when he was on the Nathan's hot-dog July 4 contest.


He has a ton of videos stretching back years. He is both the same and opposite of hangry I think, depending on how you define the term. :)
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The amount he stuffs in is surreal (assuming it's true). Reminded me of this folk story: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarrare
 
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