Why do I always feel hungry?

We feel like we're craving something and interpret this as hunger when actually all we need is a glass or two of water. Water is also needed in order for our cells to make use of the nutrients in the food that we eat; and lack of nutrient availability causes our body to crave more food. read more

But when you always feel like a bottomless pit for no obvious reason, then something's definitely up. "Hunger is the physiological need for calories, water, and salt, and it's driven by a mix of factors, including your diet, appetite hormones, and emotional factors, such as stress," says Maggie Moon, RD, a Los Angeles-based nutritionist and owner of Everyday Healthy Eating. read more

And because this is happening all the time, you tend to feel hungry constantly. (Read: Diabetes – Symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and complications) Certain medications such as corticosteroids, cyproheptadine, and tricyclic antidepressants are known to cause hyperphagia. read more

“When you’re dehydrated, before you become physically thirsty you will feel hungry, and often people mistake that,” says Dr. Levine. She recommends starting the day with an eight-ounce glass of water, then carrying a water bottle with you so you can get 1.5 to 2.5 liters throughout the day. read more