Stress, thyroid disorders, and diabetes make it difficult to control blood sugar and disrupt hormones, leading to a constant feeling of hunger.
Some people still feel hungry after eating a full meal or get hungry faster even though they eat the same amount of food as others. This condition is often due to metabolic disorders, food quality is not enough nutrition and energy, but can also be a warning sign of disease.
Thyroid gland is overactive (hyperthyroidism) makes you tired, anxious, moody, and hungry all the time. This is because the disease causes overproduction of thyroid hormones that promote appetite. Energy metabolism disorders can also occur due to hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism can be controlled with medication, surgery or a combination of both.
Low blood sugar or hypoglycemia is a condition in which there is not enough fuel or glucose in the blood, leading to fatigue, weakness of the limbs, and dizziness. Hypoglycemia often occurs due to hunger and excessive physical activity. Adding the right amount of carbs can improve this condition.
Pregnant. Some pregnant women experience morning sickness, nausea and loss of appetite during pregnancy. Others crave more food than usual and feel constantly hungry. This condition occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy. In addition, the body’s metabolic rate increases during pregnancy to support fetal development. Increased metabolism makes pregnant women feel hungry more often.
Anxiety disorder. Stress, depression or anxiety disorders all stimulate the production of more cortisol than usual. This is one of the hormones that stimulate hunger. People with these psychological conditions often feel more comfortable and relieved when eating. To reduce stress in life, each person should balance work and entertainment, read books, listen to music, practice yoga or meditate to help improve mood.
Diabetes makes it difficult for the body to regenerate and metabolize energy. Additionally, when blood sugar levels rise, the body releases more insulin than needed, making you hungry. Besides the symptoms of high blood sugar causing a constant feeling of hunger, diabetes also causes the patient to be thirsty, urinate frequently, and lose weight.
Insomnia or not getting enough sleep, sleep disorders change the balance of hunger hormones (leptin and ghrelin), causing constant hunger along with cravings. People with insomnia tend to look for snacks with more calories and fat to satisfy their cravings, which are not good for their health.