Satiating foods to end all mid-meal hunger pangs

<p>If you feel like you&rsquo;re always fighting untimely food cravings, you&rsquo;re not the only one. From hormones and hydration to your stress levels, there are many things that can contribute to random hunger pangs.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you&rsquo;re not sure why you&rsquo;re always hungry, it may be possible that the food you&rsquo;re eating is just not making you full enough. While cravings may be annoying at times, suppressing them can cause you to binge eat all the wrong <a href=https://www.editorji.com/story/what-is-chronic-dehydration-signs-symptoms-to-keep-in-mind-1623384429541 target=_blank>foods</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p>Here are some tasty and nutritious foods that will help control your appetite and make you feel satiated for longer.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>OATMEAL&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>High in dietary fibre and protein, a bowl of oatmeal is a wholesome meal that can keep you full for a good period of time. Make some fresh &amp; warm or keep them&nbsp;overnight in the fridge, add oats to your smoothie or just have oat cookies.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href=https://www.editorji.com/story/eat-these-high-protein-snacks-to-stay-healthy-on-the-go-1618400021267 target=_blank>Eat these high-protein snacks to stay healthy on the go!</a></strong></p> <p><strong>SEED MIX&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Nuts and seeds provide various important minerals, healthy fats and protein. What better way to get your daily dose of this food group than a&nbsp;homemade trail&nbsp;mix?&nbsp;Almonds, walnuts,&nbsp;dried fruit,&nbsp;flaxseeds, pumpkin or&nbsp;chia seeds &ndash; you can&rsquo;t go wrong with&nbsp;this.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>POPCORN&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>When done right, popcorn is not just a crowd pleaser but a healthy snack! A great source of fibre and antioxidants, pop some corn at home without loading it with salt or butter and eat whenever the cravings come knocking.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>COTTAGE CHEESE&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>While cheese and fruit are synonymous with charcuterie boards, you can&nbsp;snack on&nbsp;good old paneer&nbsp;that is rich in&nbsp;vitamin B12,&nbsp;calcium&nbsp;and milk protein.&nbsp;Sprinkle some salt and pepper&nbsp;or turn it into a quick sandwich.</p> <p><strong>FOX NUTS&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Fox nuts or makhanas are a powerful mid-meal snack. They are low in sugar, sodium, cholesterol, and fat but loaded with protein, fibre, potassium and magnesium. If youre diabetic, allergic to gluten or trying to lose weight, makhanas should be your go-to!</p> <p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href=https://www.editorji.com/story/good-health-doesn-t-come-cheap-study-1563973540241 target=_blank>Good health doesnt come cheap: Study</a></strong></p>