Hunger is a legitimate biological signal for energy that should not be bypassed with low-calorie crutch foods; to regulate it sustainably, particularly after physical exertion, it is appropriate to honor this signal by combining satiating nutrients such as proteins, fiber, and healthy fats.

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Abbey Sharp’s approach aligns rigorously with scientific understanding of appetite physiology. On one hand, a literature review (type of evidence: observational / synthesis) published in Public Health Nutrition shows that intuitive eating, which consists of listening to internal signals rather than applying moral restrictions, is consistently correlated with a healthier relationship with food. On the other hand, a narrative review (type of evidence: research synthesis) published in Nutrition Reviews confirms that protein and fiber intake significantly increases satiety by prolonging digestion. Consuming only very low-calorie foods (such as celery juice or water-rich fruits) after a workout session is not enough to trigger our body's satiety signals, which logically keeps hunger active. Abbey's advice to combine dense nutrients to nourish one's body in a complete way is therefore physiologically accurate. There is no exaggeration in her remarks, which kindly popularize an established scientific consensus.

the sources

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