Can't people be hungry anymore?

[snarlingcoyote]

I was discussing a popular hiking spot with someone a few weeks ago and this person sayd "Yeah, we'll pack several protein bars and some fruit and stuff to make it through."

I responded "make it through???? At worst, you're in there 6 hours. If you take the shortcuts I mapped out, you'll be done in 4."

"But what if we get hungry?"

"Then you'll be hungry. When you finish hiking, you can change clothes in the bathrooms at the trailhead and go eat in the nearest town."

This person looked at me like I was talking gibberish.

And then there's the movie thread - I've noticed this when I've gone with other people to the movies, but never thought about it. I'll buy a diet soda or a water at the movies, but that's about it. DH and I just don't associate movies with eating nutritionally empty, high calorie snacks (I do freely admit that I have a date with an empty high calorie treat once every week, LOL!) and if we get a little hungry, well, we'll eat out afterwards with extra relish (and mayo if we want it).

As I look around me though, it seems like we just can't be hungry anymore. I'm sitting here and brought a bag of jerky into the room with me! (Granted, I don't eat until I get home from work and then stop eating an hour before bedtime, rinse repeat, so this is my prime eating time.) DH and I are guilty of it too - we always stop at the very last fast food place on our way out to the camp and get a meal, no matter what.

But it's just. . .DH says he gets it in people like his DM, who survived the Dust Bowl. Being hungry was a fear of hers, because she'd been so hungry for so long. But why do those of us who've never known true food deprivation just not want to be hungry, no matter what? It's just. . .well. We eat so that we are never hungry and then we continue eating even though we aren't hungry because it's there. . .

 

[Malibustyle23]

I was discussing a popular hiking spot with someone a few weeks ago and this person sayd "Yeah, we'll pack several protein bars and some fruit and stuff to make it through."

I responded "make it through???? At worst, you're in there 6 hours. If you take the shortcuts I mapped out, you'll be done in 4."

"But what if we get hungry?"

"Then you'll be hungry. When you finish hiking, you can change clothes in the bathrooms at the trailhead and go eat in the nearest town."

This person looked at me like I was talking gibberish.

And then there's the movie thread - I've noticed this when I've gone with other people to the movies, but never thought about it. I'll buy a diet soda or a water at the movies, but that's about it. DH and I just don't associate movies with eating nutritionally empty, high calorie snacks (I do freely admit that I have a date with an empty high calorie treat once every week, LOL!) and if we get a little hungry, well, we'll eat out afterwards with extra relish (and mayo if we want it).

As I look around me though, it seems like we just can't be hungry anymore. I'm sitting here and brought a bag of jerky into the room with me! (Granted, I don't eat until I get home from work and then stop eating an hour before bedtime, rinse repeat, so this is my prime eating time.) DH and I are guilty of it too - we always stop at the very last fast food place on our way out to the camp and get a meal, no matter what.

But it's just. . .DH says he gets it in people like his DM, who survived the Dust Bowl. Being hungry was a fear of hers, because she'd been so hungry for so long. But why do those of us who've never known true food deprivation just not want to be hungry, no matter what? It's just. . .well. We eat so that we are never hungry and then we continue eating even though we aren't hungry because it's there. . .

I agree. And kids have to take a snack everywhere they go and expect one multiple times a day. I tell mine many times a day when they say they want a snack, well go eat a banana. They are cheap and nutritious so I always have them here. Usually DS decides he is no longer hungry or wants a snack, DD chows down on it..

 

[ashley0139]

I was discussing a popular hiking spot with someone a few weeks ago and this person sayd "Yeah, we'll pack several protein bars and some fruit and stuff to make it through."

I responded "make it through???? At worst, you're in there 6 hours. If you take the shortcuts I mapped out, you'll be done in 4."

"But what if we get hungry?"

"Then you'll be hungry. When you finish hiking, you can change clothes in the bathrooms at the trailhead and go eat in the nearest town."

This person looked at me like I was talking gibberish.

And then there's the movie thread - I've noticed this when I've gone with other people to the movies, but never thought about it. I'll buy a diet soda or a water at the movies, but that's about it. DH and I just don't associate movies with eating nutritionally empty, high calorie snacks (I do freely admit that I have a date with an empty high calorie treat once every week, LOL!) and if we get a little hungry, well, we'll eat out afterwards with extra relish (and mayo if we want it).

As I look around me though, it seems like we just can't be hungry anymore. I'm sitting here and brought a bag of jerky into the room with me! (Granted, I don't eat until I get home from work and then stop eating an hour before bedtime, rinse repeat, so this is my prime eating time.) DH and I are guilty of it too - we always stop at the very last fast food place on our way out to the camp and get a meal, no matter what.

But it's just. . .DH says he gets it in people like his DM, who survived the Dust Bowl. Being hungry was a fear of hers, because she'd been so hungry for so long. But why do those of us who've never known true food deprivation just not want to be hungry, no matter what? It's just. . .well. We eat so that we are never hungry and then we continue eating even though we aren't hungry because it's there. . .

I would absolutely bring a protein bar or fruit or pretzels or something on a 6 hour hike. I can't imagine embarking on something like that and not bringing anything.

The movie thing... eh. It's part of our society. Of course people can go an hour and a half without eating, but it's fun and a cultural thing. Doesn't bother me.

 

[smitch425]

I was discussing a popular hiking spot with someone a few weeks ago and this person sayd "Yeah, we'll pack several protein bars and some fruit and stuff to make it through."

I responded "make it through???? At worst, you're in there 6 hours. If you take the shortcuts I mapped out, you'll be done in 4."

"But what if we get hungry?"

"Then you'll be hungry. When you finish hiking, you can change clothes in the bathrooms at the trailhead and go eat in the nearest town."

This person looked at me like I was talking gibberish.

And then there's the movie thread - I've noticed this when I've gone with other people to the movies, but never thought about it. I'll buy a diet soda or a water at the movies, but that's about it. DH and I just don't associate movies with eating nutritionally empty, high calorie snacks (I do freely admit that I have a date with an empty high calorie treat once every week, LOL!) and if we get a little hungry, well, we'll eat out afterwards with extra relish (and mayo if we want it).

As I look around me though, it seems like we just can't be hungry anymore. I'm sitting here and brought a bag of jerky into the room with me! (Granted, I don't eat until I get home from work and then stop eating an hour before bedtime, rinse repeat, so this is my prime eating time.) DH and I are guilty of it too - we always stop at the very last fast food place on our way out to the camp and get a meal, no matter what.

But it's just. . .DH says he gets it in people like his DM, who survived the Dust Bowl. Being hungry was a fear of hers, because she'd been so hungry for so long. But why do those of us who've never known true food deprivation just not want to be hungry, no matter what? It's just. . .well. We eat so that we are never hungry and then we continue eating even though we aren't hungry because it's there. . .

My question is why do you need a drink to make it through a 90 minute movie in an air conditioned theater, but question a friend for wanting a piece of fruit on a potential 6 hour hike? What is the difference and why does it bother you? Eat when you are hungry and don't eat when you're not hungry. Easy peasy.

 

[Gumbo4x4]

We don't eat at the movies to satisfy hunger. We do it as a treat

As for being hungry on a hike, hey if there's no need I don't see a reason to starve.

 

[Enchanted23]

it's the day in which we live. Instant gratification.

 

[1novascotian]

When teaching safe hiking practices, it is generally taught that it is important to bring easy to pack, snacks like protein bars. If something were to happen (ie: a broken ankle, or you get lost) and you end up back there for much more than the planned time, it is important to have some food with you.

I always pack food when I go hiking, not much but a bit just in case. Do I always eat it? no, but its better safe than sorry.

 

[1novascotian]

Not to mention the fact that if you are going on a day long hike in hot weather, its foolish to not bring something with you. Lots of water and a snack to keep your energy levels up.

 

[JakeJenna]

my question is why do you need a drink to make it through a 90 minute movie in an air conditioned theater, but question a friend for wanting a piece of fruit on a potential 6 hour hike? What is the difference and why does it bother you? eat when you are hungry and don't eat when you're not hungry. Easy peasy.

+1

 

[ilostnemo]

Someone sounds like they need a snickers.

 

[smitch425]

I agree. And kids have to take a snack everywhere they go and expect one multiple times a day. I tell mine many times a day when they say they want a snack, well go eat a banana. They are cheap and nutritious so I always have them here. Usually DS decides he is no longer hungry or wants a snack, DD chows down on it..

I don't know any kids that have to have snacks multiple times a day. Those kids must have parents that don't know how to say "no".

 

[DLgal]

Ideally, we should eat a little something every 3-4 hours during the day. It's how the body is designed to work. Blood glucose levels begin to drop dramatically after about 3 hours.

Personally, if I were to go on a six hour hike and eat nothing, I'd end up with a raging migraine.

Hiking is very strenuous activity. You need fuel if you want to actually enjoy it.

My kids snack twice a day. They eat rather small meals though. It all balances out.

 

[Gumbo4x4]

Someone sounds like they need a snickers.

 

[Gumbo4x4]

Ideally, we should eat a little something every 3-4 hours during the day. It's how the body is designed to work. Blood glucose levels begin to drop dramatically after about 3 hours.

Personally, if I were to go on a six hour hike and eat nothing, I'd end up with a raging migraine.

Hiking is very strenuous activity. You need fuel if you want to actually enjoy it.

My kids snack twice a day. They eat rather small meals though. It all balances out.

An army marches on its stomach

 

[snarlingcoyote]

When teaching safe hiking practices, it is generally taught that it is important to bring easy to pack, snacks like protein bars. If something were to happen (ie: a broken ankle, or you get lost) and you end up back there for much more than the planned time, it is important to have some food with you.

I always pack food when I go hiking, not much but a bit just in case. Do I always eat it? no, but its better safe than sorry.

For this park: DH knows my hiking plan; I have my phone in an impact resistant case inside a ziploc baggie; I carry a good plastic compass; a waterproof topo map; and 3 or 4 print outs of the trails (and my route is available for DH to view from my GPS app in real time). Seriously, I would have to be unconscious not to be found before I starved to death and unconscious people don't eat. Water is what you need to be prepared for here, and that I've got covered. (Hydration pack with purifying tablets in a pocket.)

And no, this person has never done any serious or non-serious hiking.

 

[MichelleVW]

Ideally, we should eat a little something every 3-4 hours during the day. It's how the body is designed to work. Blood glucose levels begin to drop dramatically after about 3 hours.

Personally, if I were to go on a six hour hike and eat nothing, I'd end up with a raging migraine.

Hiking is very strenuous activity. You need fuel if you want to actually enjoy it.

My kids snack twice a day. They eat rather small meals though. It all balances out.

This is me....I would rather bring a couple of granola bars than get a migraine....which I probably would.

 

[hereyago]

For a hike, yes I would bring snacks and wster just in case I got stranded.
The movies: It is the movie going experience,plus I think there is a law,lol. I am a sucker for Sno Caps.

I even have snacks on planes( nothing smelly etc) because uf some.reason I get stuck on a tarmac, it just wouldnt be pretty if I got hungry,lol.

 

[burnurcomputer]

because I really, really like movie popcorn. Like really, really like it. A bunch. So much, that when I actually get to go see a movie (get left behind with my littles all the stinkin' time *pout*) I get a huge popcorn for myself. Like a whole bucket. I don't share.


Yes, I am fat However, I do not eat chocolate, candy, chips, or snack food for that matter, so I do not feel bad about my infrequent popcorn binges. Nor do I buy the above for my kids.

I need to exercise more and then I won't be fat. I mean that. I used to work out 2 hours a day to maintain 123 lbs , size 5. After my disordered eating my metabolism is slow and I need to be a food Nazi and work out very hard to be thin. Plus, I'm over 30 and have 4 kids......

 

[1novascotian]

For this park: DH knows my hiking plan; I have my phone in an impact resistant case inside a ziploc baggie; I carry a good plastic compass; a waterproof topo map; and 3 or 4 print outs of the trails (and my route is available for DH to view from my GPS app in real time). Seriously, I would have to be unconscious not to be found before I starved to death and unconscious people don't eat. Water is what you need to be prepared for here, and that I've got covered. (Hydration pack with purifying tablets in a pocket.)

And no, this person has never done any serious or non-serious hiking.

For the most part you sound very prepared, but throwing a protein bar in your bag in case of emergency isn't the end of the world. It is the safety conscious thing to do.

 

[Planogirl]

I used to hike and normally brought a banana and maybe a few protein bars. I might or might not want them but they were there if I did.

At least they're not carting a whole cooler or bucket of chicken.