Daily topics by Adrian Marius Posadaru

  Weather affects your appetite in so many ways. You have probably heard about the "fight or flight" reaction that your body has when the weather is bad. When the weather is bad, you might feel hungrier and have a much lower appetite than usual. The reason for this is because it is harder to satisfy the urge to eat when there is a lot of wind or rain outside. The main culprit in your battle against your craving for comfort foods is your stomach. During periods of good weather, your body's natural appetite suppressant hormones kick into gear. This can make you crave more foods that are high in carbohydrates and sugar. If you want to curb your cravings, keep some foods on hand that are high in fiber, like oatmeal. If your weather is bad, your blood sugar will also be lower than normal. If you are eating snacks throughout the day, you should choose foods with a low Glycemic Index (GI). These include oats, which have a low GI. These oats are higher in fiber and lower in carbo...