Top 10 Ways to Deal With Hunger

1. Bulk up your meals. There's a lot of evidence that bulk -- that is, fiber -- reduces appetite. So turn up the volume with higher-fiber foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans. These foods also tend to have a high water content, which helps you feel full.

2. Cool off your appetite with soup. Have a bowl of broth or vegetable-based soup (hot or cold) for a first course, and you'll probably end up eating fewer total calories at that meal. Creamy or high-fat soups need not apply for this job -- stick to the low-cal, high-fiber choices like minestrone or vegetable-bean type soups.

3. Crunch your appetite away with a big salad. One study found that when people had a large (3 cups), low-calorie (100 calories) salad before lunch, they ate 12% fewer calories during the meal. When they had a smaller salad (1 1/2 cups and 50 calories), they ate 7% fewer calories overall. You can make the same salads used in the study: Toss romaine lettuce, carrots, tomatoes, celery, and cucumbers together, and top with fat-free or low-fat dressing. But beware the fatty salad! Eating a high-calorie salad, even a small one, can encourage us to eat more calories at the meal than if they ate no salad at all.

4. Stay on course. A little bit of variety in their meals is good and even healthful. But having several courses during a meal can lead you down the wrong path. Adding an extra course to your meal (unless it's a low-calorie salad or broth-type soup) usually increases the total calories you consume for that meal.

5. An orange or grapefruit a day helps keep appetite away. Research suggests that low-calorie plant foods that are rich in soluble fiber -- like oranges and grapefruit -- help us feel fuller faster and keep blood sugars steady. This can translate into better appetite control. Of the 20 most popular fruits and vegetables, oranges and grapefruits are highest in fiber!

6. Get milk (or other low-fat dairy foods). Increasing your intake of low-fat dairy foods is a great way to get more of two proteins that are thought to be appetite suppressors -- whey and casein. And drinking milk may be especially effective. A accurate study found that whey -- the liquid part of milk -- was better at reducing appetite than casein.

7. Have some fat with your carbs -- but not too much! When they eat fat, a hormone called leptin is released from their fat cells. This is a good thing when we're talking about moderate amounts of fat. Studies have shown that a lack of leptin (due to a very low-fat diet) can trigger a voracious appetite. Obviously, they want to do the opposite of that. But that doesn't mean they should opt for a high-fat meal. Research has found a higher frequency of obesity among people who eat a high-fat diet than among those who eat a low-fat diet.

8. Enjoy some soy. Soybeans offer protein and fat along with carbohydrates. That alone would suggest that soybeans are more satisfying and more likely to keep their appetites in control than most plant foods. But a accurate study in rats suggests that a particular component in soybeans has definite appetite-suppressing qualities.

9. Go nuts. Nuts help you feel satisfied because of their protein and fiber content. A handful of these vitamin- and mineral-rich nuggets will hold you over between meals. But keep that handful small: Nuts are high in fat, even though it is the healthful monounsaturated kind.

10. Slow down, you're eating too fast. It takes at least 20 minutes for your brain to get the message that your stomach is officially "comfortable" and that you should stop eating. If you eat slowly, the brain has a chance to catch up with the stomach, and you're less likely to overeat.

How to help: New Hampshire Tackles Hunger 2023

How to help: New Hampshire Tackles Hunger 2023

Updated: 9:31 AM EDT Aug 23, 2023

WMUR is once again teaming up with the New Hampshire Food Bank, Dead River Company and high school athletic departments to tackle hunger in New Hampshire! The high school football teams will be picking an upcoming football game to collect food and raise money for the local food pantries in their community. Over the last 10 years, this project has collected more than 842,000 pounds of food for local food pantries. The drive kicks off Friday, Aug. 25, at the Queen City Jamboree at Gill Stadium in Manchester, where the NH Food Bank will be collecting donations. >> To donate cash, visit https://www.nhfoodbank.org/nh-tackles-hunger/ <<NEEDED ITEMS FruitsCanned tropical fruits (oranges, grapefruits, pineapples, mangoes, etc.)Canned apples, canned pearsCanned stone fruits (apricots, peaches, cherries)Apple sauceVegetablesCanned red/orange: peppers, carrots, beets, tomatoes, pumpkin Canned mushroomsGreen: Canned asparagus, green beans, peas, artichokes, spinachStarchy: canned corn, potatoesProteinDried or canned beans (chickpeas, black beans, kidney beans, etc.)Dried or canned lentilsCanned tuna or other canned fishCanned chickenPeanut and other nut buttersMixed nutsWhole GrainsBrown or wild riceQuinoaBarley or farroRolled oatsWhole wheat pasta, crackers, oatmealOtherSoup or broths (low sodium)Herbs and spicesSparkling water or seltzerShelf-stable milk OR nondairy milk100% fruit juiceSCHEDULE OF GAMES WHEN COLLECTIONS WILL OCCUR Friday, Sept. 15Portsmouth vs. DoverMerrimack Valley vs. PlymouthBedford vs. KeeneMonadnock vs. InterlakesSaturday, Sept. 16Epping vs. Fall MountainFriday, Sept. 22Pinkerton vs. LondonderryKingswood vs. EppingNashua North vs. Nashua SouthManchester Memorial vs. PortsmouthSaturday, Sept. 23John Stark vs. Manchester WestMascoma Valley vs. Bishop BradyHollis Brookline vs. PelhamKennett vs. St Thomas AquinasFriday, Sept. 29Pelham vs. Hillsboro DeeringSaturday, Sept 30Gilford vs. LaconiaKeene vs. GoffstownSaturday, Oct. 7Franklin vs. Mascoma ValleyInter-Lakes vs. Epping-NewmarketADDITIONAL INFORMATIONDead River Company is collecting food donations at the following locations:159 Elm Street, Manchester452 Winchester Street, Keene432 Route 108, Somersworth27 Hill Road, Franklin30 Pleasant Street, Bristol329 Highland Street, Plymouth2300 Dartmouth College Hwy, Rte 10, North Haverhill20 Hall Avenue, Henniker (Ayer & Goss)49 Shirking Road, Epping (Buxton Oil) TACKLES HUNGER PARTNERSNew Hampshire Food Bank Dead River CompanyAgain, to donate cash, please visit https://www.nhfoodbank.org/nh-tackles-hunger/.

WMUR is once again teaming up with the New Hampshire Food Bank, Dead River Company and high school athletic departments to tackle hunger in New Hampshire! The high school football teams will be picking an upcoming football game to collect food and raise money for the local food pantries in their community.

Over the last 10 years, this project has collected more than 842,000 pounds of food for local food pantries.

The drive kicks off Friday, Aug. 25, at the Queen City Jamboree at Gill Stadium in Manchester, where the NH Food Bank will be collecting donations.

>> To donate cash, visit https://www.nhfoodbank.org/nh-tackles-hunger/ <<

Dead River Company is collecting food donations at the following locations:

Again, to donate cash, please visit https://www.nhfoodbank.org/nh-tackles-hunger/.

2023 Volkswagen Taos

Subcompact SUVs feed a hunger for space, affordability, and a certain sense of belonging—since almost everyone drives an SUV these days. Among 20 other competitors, the Volkswagen Taos quenches an additional, more accurate consumer craving for parsimonious fuel economy. Available in front- or all-wheel drive, every Taos hums along getting exemplary real-world fuel mileage thanks to a stingy, 158-hp 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Taos doesn't offer a hitch to tow with, so we'd suggest moving up to the larger

VW's smallest crossover doesn't undergo much change for 2023, but it does receive a few equipment enhancements. Volkswagen adds driver assistance features such as forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian monitoring, blind spot monitor, and rear traffic alert as standard equipment across all trims. The base S gets 18-inch wheels, instead of 17-inchers, on all-wheel-drive models. Lastly, SEL now get a fancy panoramic sunroof as standard equipment.

We recommend the mid-level SE model because it provides the best value. It comes standard with 18-inch wheels, blind-spot monitoring, heated front seats, remote start, and wireless charging. We'd add all-wheel drive for an extra $1450, largely because it replaces the front-drive model's rear suspension with a more sophisticated independent unit.

The Taos is powered by VW's new turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine. It makes 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. Front-drive versions feature an eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel-drive models have a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. The front-drive and all-wheel-drive Taos also have different rear suspensions, with the former using a torsion-beam setup and the latter using a more sophisticated multilink design. During their testing, the acceleration difference between the two different drivetrains was negligible, with the front-wheel-drive Taos beating the 4Motion to 60 mph by only a tenth of a second. A set of 17-inch wheels are standard, but 18- and 19-inchers are also available. They appreciated the engine's low-speed thrust, the eight-speed automatic's unobtrusive operation, and the suspension's composure on even roads during their time with one.

The front-drive Taos is rated at 28 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway, and the all-wheel-drive model is rated at 25 mpg city and 32 highway. On their 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, the front-wheel-drive Taos earned an impressive 40 mpg, while the 4Motion all-wheel-drive Taos achieved 33 mpg. For more information about the Taos's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.

Inside, there's nothing overtly special about the Taos. The design and materials mimic the modern aesthetic found on other VW models. A fully digital gauge cluster is fitted to every dashboard and the standard two-tone seats are covered in cloth. However, leatherette and leather upholstery are both available, too. There's no shortage of popular options, either. The Taos cabin can be equipped with customizable ambient lighting, an eight-way power driver's seat, dual-zone climate control, a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof. The Taos boasts 37.9 inches of rear-seat legroom, which is only 0.8 inch less than the two-row Tiguan. The Taos also has 28 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seatbacks and 66 cubes with them folded flat.

Every Taos features a slick-looking infotainment system with a subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot. A 6.5-inch touchscreen is standard, and an 8.0-inch version is optional. The system can also be equipped with built-in navigation, an eight-speaker BeatsAudio stereo, SiriusXM satellite radio, and wireless smartphone charging.

The smallest VW crossover is available with a variety of driver-assistance technology, too, including forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking. For more information about the Taos's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

Volkswagen provides an above-average limited warranty and below-average powertrain coverage. However, the company does include complimentary scheduled maintenance that aligns with Toyota.

Specifications

2022 Volkswagen Taos SELVehicle Type: front-engine, front-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon

PRICE Base/As Tested: $33,385/$33,385

ENGINE turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injectionDisplacement: 91 in3, 1498 cm3Power: 158 hp @ 5500 rpmTorque: 184 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm

TRANSMISSION 8-speed automatic

CHASSIS Suspension, F/R: struts/torsion beamBrakes, F/R: 12.3-in vented disc/10.7-in discTires: Bridgestone Turanza LS100215/50R-18 92H M+S

DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: 105.9 inLength: 175.8 inWidth: 72.5 inHeight: 64.4 inPassenger Volume: 99 ft3Cargo Volume: 28 ft3Curb Weight: 3244 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS 60 mph: 7.4 sec1/4-Mile: 15.8 sec @ 87 mph100 mph: 21.5 secResults above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 8.4 secTop Gear, 30–50 mph: 4.5 secTop Gear, 50–70 mph: 6.1 secTop Speed (C/D est): 125 mphBraking, 70–0 mph: 176 ftRoadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.83 g

C/D FUEL ECONOMY Observed: 30 mpg75-mph Highway Driving: 40 mpg75-mph Highway Range: 520 mi

EPA FUEL ECONOMY Combined/City/Highway: 31/28/36 mpg

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2022 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4MotionVehicle Type: front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon

PRICE Base/As Tested: $34,940/$36,535Options: panoramic sunroof, $1200; Kings Red Metallic paint, $395

ENGINE turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injectionDisplacement: 91 in3, 1498 cm3Power: 158 hp @ 5500 rpmTorque: 184 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm

TRANSMISSION 7-speed dual-clutch automatic

CHASSIS Suspension, F/R: struts/multilinkBrakes, F/R: 12.3-in vented disc/10.7-in discTires: Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season225/45R-19 92H M+S

DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: 105.6 inLength: 175.8 inWidth: 72.5 inHeight: 64.6 inPassenger Volume: 99 ft3Cargo Volume: 25 ft3Curb Weight: 3557 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS 60 mph: 7.5 sec1/4-Mile: 15.8 sec @ 85 mph100 mph: 24.2 secResults above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 8.5 secTop Gear, 30–50 mph: 4.6 secTop Gear, 50–70 mph: 5.9 secTop Speed (C/D est): 125 mphBraking, 70–0 mph: 185 ftRoadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.85 g

C/D FUEL ECONOMY Observed: 29 mpg75-mph Highway Driving: 33 mpg75-mph Highway Range: 470 mi

EPA FUEL ECONOMY Combined/City/Highway: 28/25/32 mpg

C/D TESTING EXPLAINED