Food is one of those rare pleasures universal , enjoyed by cultures around the world. Beyond the obvious reasons to eat ( hunger and appetite ), the food is often the centerpiece of social gatherings and parties, and is also consumed to calm the nerves and relieve boredom.

To understand the causes of an excess of supply, it is useful to first identify what makes us crave food: *

• Hunger and hormones -hormones have been extensively studied for their role in the ‘ lead us to eat or stop eating , and it is also critical in determining body weight. Hunger or lack of hunger are directly related to two specific hormones – the ghrelin , which seems to induce hunger, and leptin , which reduces it.

• Appetite – the desire to eat is often induced by the sight and by smell ; if something looks or smells good enough to be eaten, it may be sufficient to increase appetite. Change in appetite can lead to many different scenarios, including gradual changes in weight, or even serious conditions such as anorexia and bulimia. The problems related to appetite can also be attributed to disease, drugs or even psychological disorders.

• Satiety – Research indicates that the feeling of satiety limits the hunger and appetite. Eating solids compared to liquids, do not skip meals, foods high in volume and low in calories (vegetables and fruit), and the consumption of whole grains in place of refined ones can help maintain a feeling of satiety. However, it is not yet clear whether the individual diets (low or high in carbohydrate, protein or fat) offer advantages.

• Eating “in a mechanical way” – This includes all the other reasons why we eat. For example, why do we feel compelled to finish the heavy meals? What is it that makes us eat too much while we watch TV or talk on the phone?

Scientists, doctors and health advocates are always looking for ways to moderate hunger, regulate our food cravings, get the feeling of satiety and satisfaction, and to discourage the eating “in a mechanical way.” The patches SP6 Complete ** of LifeWave is a good step in the right direction, as they stimulate points on the body known for their role in the regulation of appetite and can help to reduce it.

* Mayo Clinic, blogs about nutrition .

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