True Hunger
Physical hunger caused by energy demand, not habit.
True hunger builds slowly and feels steady rather than urgent. It does not depend on time of day or specific cravings. When you eat in response to true hunger, it is easier to stop once you are satisfied. Learning to recognize this signal helps you avoid unnecessary eating.
Related Topics
Related glossary terms
Boring Meal Strategy
Using repetitive meals to reduce decision fatigue and overeating.
Decision Collapse
Reducing all food decisions to a simple rule, such as not eating during a fast.
Environment Design
Structuring surroundings to reduce temptation and simplify decisions.
Food Environment
The availability and visibility of food that influences eating behavior.
Food Mass Effect
Weight increase from the physical mass of food and liquid in the body.
Friction Removal
Eliminating obstacles that make adherence harder.
Gut Reactivation
Restart of digestion after a fasting period.
Habit Hunger
Hunger driven by routine or timing rather than physical need.