TMHS 809: 5 Surprising Things That Control Your Appetite
TMHS 809: 5 Surprising Things That Control Your Appetite  
Podcast: The Model Health Show
Published On: Wed Jul 17 2024
Description: Have you ever had days where you just aren’t that hungry? Or on the flip side, have you ever had one of those days where you can’t seem to kick your cravings? It turns out, our appetite can vary based on our hunger hormones and the factors that directly influence them.   On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn the science behind appetite and five surprising things that control your hunger, cravings, and appetite. You’re going to hear how things like sleep quality, sunlight exposure, and even the temperature outside can change your desire for food.   This episode is full of interesting science on how the human appetite works, its important role in the body, and how its function can impact your body weight. Click play to learn five surprising things that control your appetite!   In this episode you’ll discover:  What the appetite regulating network is and how it works.  How your hunger and satiety hormones function.   The connection between optimal vitamin D levels and weight loss.   How vitamin D influences your metabolic function.   The role that circadian rhythm has in influencing your appetite.   How much sun exposure to aim for each day.   The surprising science behind how the temperature affects hunger levels.  How leptin and ghrelin are impacted by sleep deprivation.   Why you need sleep nutrients for whole body health.   The best whole-food sources of potassium, tryptophan, and magnesium.   Which nutrient has the strongest correlation with decreasing body mass.   The importance of consuming water-rich food.   Why deficiencies can create hunger.   What post-ingestive feedback is.   How morning exercise can influence ghrelin levels and reduce cravings.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  Plunge.com/model - Use code MODEL150 to save $150!   DrinkLMNT.com/model - Get a FREE sample pack with any order!   How to Utilize Cold Therapy with Dr. Susanna Søberg - Listen to episode 674!  Eat Smarter Family Cookbook - Transform the health, fitness, and connection of your entire family with the Eat Smarter Family Cookbook!  Sleep Smarter - Upgrade your sleep habits with strategies in my national bestselling book!     Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation     Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Plunge and LMNT.  Get your very own cold plunge by visiting plunge.com/model and using my code MODEL150.   Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase.