I came across a fascinating study that shows just how powerful our mindset is when it comes to food and hunger.
Here’s what happened:
Scientists gave a group of people a shake. Half of the group was told it was low-calorie and low-nutrient, while the other half was told it was high-calorie and nutrient-dense. But here’s the twist – everyone received the exact same shake!
And here’s the interesting part: the group that thought they were drinking the low-calorie shake reported feeling hungry sooner. Not surprising, right? But their hormones also responded as if they were truly hungry!
Meanwhile, the “high-calorie” group didn’t feel as hungry and didn’t have the same hormonal response.
Takeaway: How we think about what we eat – whether it’s “diet,” “low-calorie,” or “filling” – actually influences how hungry we feel.
Ever had a meal you thought wouldn’t fill you up, only to start feeling hungry before you even finished it? This study shows it’s worth being mindful of those thoughts.
How we talk to ourselves impacts:
- Our motivation and drive
- Our hunger cues
- The difficulty of our workouts
- And just about everything else!
Challenge: Make one positive statement about yourself today. Share it with us – we’d love to hear it!