Although thinking hard at work or school isn't the same as a physical workout, it's still taxing and tiring. And studies have shown that it actually does increase your hunger.
Why do I get hungry so fast when studying?
Prolonged thought requires more insulin, which may explain why completing the hardest task made subjects hungrier. ... When the body releases insulin to mop up excess sugar in the bloodstream, blood sugar plunges. This fast drop increases appetite in an effort to bring blood sugar levels back up.
How can I stop feeling hungry when studying?
Instead of cramming chips into your mouth while you cram lecture notes into your brain, try out these tips to curb your study munchies:
- Walk away from it — literally. ...
- Be a smart cookie — without eating one. ...
- Study with a side of brain freeze. ...
- Chew on THIS. ...
- Clean your grill. ...
- Spice things up.
