Can I shrink my stomach?
Asked by danadiets88 on Apr 07, 2008
in Weight Loss
I know that I have a big stomach. It takes me ALOT of food for me to be satisfied. I want to shrink my stomach so that I can eat regular portions and be okay. How can I do this without starving or being hungry all the time?
Answer
The stretch receptors in the stomach can be “reset” over time to be accustomed to less food. Start by eating five or six mini-meals every three hours instead of three meals a day. Eat protein with every meal because protein reduces hunger for reasons that are not well understood. Also, eat low calorie, high fiber foods, like vegetables and whole grains, because they stay in the stomach longer to keep you satisfied. The prescription drug, sibutramine (Meridia) also makes you feel full quickly, but it is reserved for people who are quite overweight.
How often should you eat during the day?
It is neither necessary to eat every two hours nor to stop eating at 6:00 PM. As long as your calorie intake is less than your output... Read more
