Our bodies have a small set of needs. Those associated with weight loss are rest, hunger and thirst. Now, at first glance, it may seem that those could never be confused.
Who would admit that they can easily confuse the need for rest with hunger? Well, it is completely possible, especially when you are under a lot of stress or tired. Our bodies actually crave sugar and caffeine when we need rest, but we are pushing ourselves to keep going. So, we can easily mistake those signals from our body demanding rest for the need for a cup of coffee or a sugary treat.
In addition, we confuse hunger and thirst. If you feel hungry when you stomach is not growling, try drinking a glass of water first. The result may surprise you because you may have simply been thirsty and your thirst being met, you may find the hunger you believed was there to be gone as well!