Hunger is a normal and natural response of the body, and we shouldn’t pathologize it. However, if we experience excessive hunger or have a tendency to eat a lot at night, it may be a sign that something needs to be addressed.  Today, Erin unpacks some of the science and psychology of appetite regulation, and shares 3 major changes she made to her diet and lifestyle in order to find balance and satiety. Listen to learn more about the importance of protein-rich meals, eating three full meals a day, and the emotional and mental aspects of appetite regulation. Timestamps (1:16) Erin’s recent nighttime hunger (3:53) Why hunger is a good thing (13:44) Three changes to regulate appetite (30:47) Physical and emotional aspects of appetite regulation (33:15) Connection between stress and blood sugar (37:39) Binge eating and joy: what’s the connection? Join the Funk'tional Nutrition Collective! FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO:  https://thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/294-regulate-appetite Check out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | Instagram