Ever feel like you’re constantly thinking about food while others seem to forget to eat? It’s not just willpower - your satiety phenotype could be influencing your appetite, cravings, and even how easily you gain or lose weight. If you have a Low Satiety Phenotype (LSP), your body might not send strong “I’m full” signals, making it harder to regulate food intake.

The good news? You’re not doomed to constant cravings! By understanding how different foods impact appetite and satiety, you can make choices that work with your biology instead of against it. In this article, we’ll break down what influences hunger, why some foods are designed to be addictive, and how you can tweak your diet and environment to stay full, satisfied, and in control—without unnecessary restriction.

Fitness watches have become popular tools for tracking daily activity and estimating calories burned, but their accuracy can be questionable. As a nutritionist, I’ll delve into the science behind these devices and explain why relying solely on their calorie estimates may not give you the full picture of your energy expenditure.