Hunger vs. Appetite: What's the difference?

Hunger and appetite are two very different things. Hunger is the physical need for food whereas appetite is the desire for food. Hunger occurs with low levels of glucose in your blood, several hours after eating – it is a protective mechanism that ensures your body is adequately fueled. Appetite is the conditioned response to food - it is a sensory reaction to the look or smell of food.

Our appetite is closely linked with our behavior but also takes cues from our digestive tract, brain and fatty tissue. Having an increased appetite or having the feeling of wanting to “eat everything in your path”, stems from your biochemistry and/or an emotional connection you have formed with food. Appetite is what controls your cravings and this is influenced by the sensory reaction to food so your appetite can increase or decrease depending on your taste preferences, what food is available to you, your health, and emotional state. Appetite can be increased or decreased by hormonal factors and stress. Most people are “nourished” well beyond when their natural satiety signals kick in. In the hectic world we live in now many people eat when they are distracted or on the run and they have literally lost the ability to listen to intrinsic satiety signals.

Thyroid disorder:The silent disease no one talks about.

Rehema suspects her condition may have been instigated by a love for junk and sweet foods. “I am a sweet tooth,” she admits laughingly. “I snacked on cakes, ice crème, French fries... the list is long.” Today though, vegetables and plant products have replaced the sweet food. According to nutritionist Kepha Nyanumba of AAR, majority of illnesses that afflict humanity could be prevented if everyone ate appropriately – meaning more vegetables and less of animal products. Unfortunately, says Kepha, majority of Kenyans love food that is easy on the tongue which is often processed and sweetened excessively. Today, Rehema is a healthy woman. She is also a mother of one: the worry of being infertile before starting a family has now dissipated. She however has regular checks with the hospital if her thyroid has reverted back to over activity.
Read more at: http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/pulse/article/2000148197/thyroid-disorder-the-silent-disease-no-one-talks-about?pageNo=3

Rehema suspects her condition may have been instigated by a love for junk and sweet foods. “I am a sweet tooth,” she admits laughingly. “I snacked on cakes, ice crème, French fries... the list is long.” Today though, vegetables and plant products have replaced the sweet food. According to nutritionist Kepha Nyanumba of AAR, majority of illnesses that afflict humanity could be prevented if everyone ate appropriately – meaning more vegetables and less of animal products. Unfortunately, says Kepha, majority of Kenyans love food that is easy on the tongue which is often processed and sweetened excessively. Today, Rehema is a healthy woman. She is also a mother of one: the worry of being infertile before starting a family has now dissipated. She however has regular checks with the hospital if her thyroid has reverted back to over activity.
Read more at: http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/pulse/article/2000148197/thyroid-disorder-the-silent-disease-no-one-talks-about?pageNo=3

By Gardy Chacha Updated Saturday, January 17th 2015 at 10:38 GMT +3 0 inShare 

Rehema suspects her condition may have been instigated by a love for junk and sweet foods. “I am a sweet tooth,” she admits laughingly. “I snacked on cakes, ice crème, French fries... the list is long.” Today though, vegetables and plant products have replaced the sweet food. 

According to nutritionist Kepha Nyanumba of AAR, majority of illnesses that afflict humanity could be prevented if everyone ate appropriately – meaning more vegetables and less of animal products. Unfortunately, says Kepha, majority of Kenyans love food that is easy on the tongue which is often processed and sweetened excessively. 

Read more at: http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/pulse/article/2000148197/thyroid-disorder-the-silent-disease-no-one-talks-about?pageNo=3

 Read more at: http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/pulse/article/2000148197/thyroid-disorder-the-silent-disease-no-one-talks-about?pageNo=3

Read more at: http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/pulse/article/2000148197/thyroid-disorder-the-silent-disease-no-one-talks-about?pageNo=3

NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS

The turn of the New Year is the single most important time to reflect on your life. In fact, we all naturally do it. We do it because it’s one of the only milestones that continue to remind us of the importance of time. It forces us to reflect on our achievements and re-evaluate our future. Many people commit to goals that focus on healthy lifestyle changes such as weight loss, exercise etc.  Research suggests that while 50% of individuals make New Year’s resolutions, only 12% achieve their goals. New Year resolutions are fantastic, but why is it that most New Year resolutions do not stick?  Most resolutions are too vague, too hard and too spontaneous. You're better off taking the time to think things through and putting the necessary preparation into place so that you have a chance of succeeding.

The following tips will ensure that the changes you implement this year are more sustainable:

• Think of what you would have in your ideal life, and where you’d like to be in one, two, or even three years, and see if your lifestyle goals bring you closer to that picture. If so, they’re good goals to stick with. If you can keep in your mind the image of where you would ultimately like your goals to take you, it’s easier to stick with them.
• Don’t wait until you feel inspired or feel like you are in the mood to do something. Motivation is typically generated when we engage in a behavior. Just begin now and your chances of accomplishing the goal will significantly increase.
• Get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Whatever you do, make sure you take daily action towards your New Year resolution. Daily action will create some serious momentum and propel you well on your way to success. Make it a habit to do what you do and work towards your resolution. Sticking with your goal through adversity and challenge is what separates success from failure.
• Connecting with others who share similar goals can be inspiring and motivating. If you are unable to meet your goals on your own, consider seeking professional help. Professionals can help you gain insight into a problem, identify your lifestyle goals, and work with you to achieve them.