It hit me 6 hours after breakfast 2 days ago. Boy, it happened in the midst of marking my student’s essays and I thought the words just lifted themselves off the page! I had to stop and go ransack the kitchen for food.
Yang doesn’t believe in stocking up food or snacks in the house. Hence, it was tough initially. It is only of late that he relaxed a bit. But today, I had a hard time finding decent food in the kitchen to tide my hunger until dinner. I searched high and low…ah ha, found a pack of instant mee goreng. I cooked it within 5 minutes and gobbled it all up in less than 2 minutes. Hunger pangs still there leh.
Next up, hard-boiled egg. Took me 10 mins to prepare. Dipped it in light soy sauce and white pepper before munching it down, hmmm… very satisfying indeed. Aiyoh, I still felt hungry. Made myself a cup of hot milo. There, much better now.
Whenever I need to tide over my hunger in between meals, I try not to have snacks that will spoil my appetite for a proper meal later. Sometimes, drinking water helps. Instant energy foods such as milo or energy bars can come in handy too. I have my own LL’s theory that proteins, besides sugar, is a necessary component to ward off my hunger since the food will go quickly to the stomach for digestion. Hence, protein-rich egg or a glass of warmed fresh milk with a tablespoon of honey added is great. A ripe banana, if you have it at home, is also a good option.
That’s strange, Ling. Whenever I’m in town and the pangs of hunger poke at my belly between meals, I usually opt for a slice or two of delicious bakkwa. :) Tremendously unhealthy, yes, but somehow I manage not to spoil my appetite!
You’re blessed with good (and large?) appetite, Matt. :P
Well, to be honest, I think I will try preparing a hard-boiled egg similar to the one you made. But yikes, ten minutes to prepare a light snack! Obviously, I’m going to have to work on improving my discipline.
So now Ling finally realized why she was having those sudden hunger pangs – hahaha.:)
The possibility occurred to me, too, after reading Ling’s entry. How wonderful! I bet you’re both excited.
Well, Ling’s a little worried now. You see, 2 weeks ago she did this beef stew thing for dinner where she threw in half a bottle of liqour LOL… :)
I’m surprised you didn’t pass out cold drunk, buddy. :)
the alocohol level is very low after being cooked so not to worry there. had wanted to comment yesterday (after reading Ling’s entry) to ask her if she’d check if she’s pregnant given the way she described her ravenous hunger…congrats again..:)