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What is the best way to curb thirst and hunger as a type 2 diabetic ?

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Kansas City, MO
May 7
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A DiabetesTeam Member

@A DiabetesTeam Member I have enough fibre and protein including flax meal and I eat a fair amount of meat, I get used to the hunger thing and it usually goes away after thirty minutes or so.

May 10
A DiabetesTeam Member

For thirst drink at least 2ltrs preferably more of ice cold filtered water every single day, for hunger make ALL your meals HIGH FIBRE and HIGH
PROTEIN, LOW SUGAR and LOW SALT IE: OILY FISH, VERY LEAN MEAT, HIGH FIBRE
VEGETABLES, LOTS OF DARK GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES, potatoes are HIGH CARB so
make potatoes the SMALLEST part of a meal. Hunger might mean you're not getting enough HIGH FIBRE/HIGH PROTEIN/ VERY LOW CARBS meals. HIGHFIBRE and HIGH PROTEIN BOTH FILL YOU UP AS DOES THE WATER but u must do it every day! Btw drinking 2-3ltrs of water everyday will make u pee more but when u pee ur pee should be nearly clear and peeing flushes all the shit/toxins out of ur body and the water keeps your kidneys clean and healthy!

May 7 (edited)
A DiabetesTeam Member

I'm lucky inasmuch as if I get peckish I just have an apple, banana, orange or a handful of "safe" nuts but if u have a HIGH PROTEIN, HIGH FIBRE, LOW CARBS diet then the high.protein and high fibre should keep u satisfied longer. May be your diet needs a lot more protein & fibre Lege Frank.

May 8
A DiabetesTeam Member

I think as diabetics we just have to get used to being hungry more often than non diabetics. It comes with the territory and I find if I ignore hunger signals they often go away after a half hour or so.

May 8
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Managing hunger and thirst with Type 2 diabetes often comes down to keeping blood sugar levels stable. When blood sugar is poorly controlled, your body can send constant hunger and thirst signals — so the better your levels are managed, the less intense those cravings tend to be. Here are some practical ways to help curb Show Full Answer

Managing hunger and thirst with Type 2 diabetes often comes down to keeping blood sugar levels stable. When blood sugar is poorly controlled, your body can send constant hunger and thirst signals — so the better your levels are managed, the less intense those cravings tend to be. Here are some practical ways to help curb hunger and thirst:

For Hunger:
- Eat regular, balanced meals that include nonstarchy vegetables, lean protein, and a small portion of complex carbs
- Choose high-fiber foods like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, beans, and nuts — these slow sugar absorption and keep you fuller longer
- Include lean protein at every meal (chicken, salmon, beans, or nuts) to prevent blood sugar dips between meals
- Avoid simple carbs like white bread, sugary drinks, and white rice, which digest quickly and leave you hungry sooner
- Reach for healthy snacks like veggies with hummus or fruit with peanut butter

For Thirst:
- Stay well hydrated throughout the day — dehydration can concentrate glucose in the blood, pushing blood sugar up and triggering more thirst
- Drink water first when you feel hungry, as thirst is often mistaken for hunger
- Talk to your doctor or dietitian about your daily fluid goals Getting 7–9 hours of sleep and managing stress can also make a real difference. Both poor sleep and high stress can trigger hunger hormones that make cravings harder to resist.

As always, working with your doctor or a registered dietitian to build a plan tailored to your specific needs is the best path forward. Everyone's body responds a little differently!

May 7

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