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5 Foods That Fight Hunger Pains

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Also, studies show that fish provides more satiety than chicken or beef, Rolls tells WebMD. "It's likely the type of protein in fish that makes the difference," she notes. Veggies, such as sweet potatoes, white potatoes (with the skin), a handful of carrots, as well as whole-grain breakfast cereals or breads, are also satisfying.

Tomatoes are water-intensive, so they are high on the satisfaction scale. For a snack, combine a sliced tomato and a few pretzels -- plus a drizzle of balsamic vinegar or olive oil on the tomato. It will have far more staying power than pretzels alone, says Rolls.

But beware of peanut butter: While it definitely helps keep hunger pains under control, there's the big risk of eating too much, Zanecosky cautions. Just a light smear on a bagel or apple is all you need. Diving spoon-first into the jar is prohibited.