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What causes “food noises”? Are glp-1 the only medication, or only way to stop the “food noises”?

A MyObesityTeam Member asked a question 💭
New York, NY
September 8
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A MyObesityTeam Member

Thanks Mary, I’ve read that same advice, elsewhere but it didn’t help me. I want to stop the noise in my head. Tracking what I eat help me see if I was able to win the battle with the noise but I just want to stop the noise. Are frontal lobotomy still legal, LOL.

September 9
A MyObesityTeam Member

You should keep a journal that has helped me a lot

September 8
A MyObesityTeam Member

Ugh, I hate food noise. In my experience, glp1 hasn't helped me with that. :( yet?

September 17
A MyObesityTeam Member

O M G , I only heard that phrase a week ago, now I know what the voices are in my head whispering sweet and savoury nothing's into my ear
Seriously , on a 10 minute drive I can get a craving for 1 meal by the end of that 10 it's more like 7 different dishes I want to eat.
Brain does work sometimes, I can end up feeling rather full through all the food thoughts
DON'T TALK ABOUT SUPERMARKET SHOPPING, I do believe that it is the loudest and most argumentative of conversations my brain and desires play out
🤣😂

September 10
MyObesityTeam

Great questions! "Food noise" refers to those persistent, intrusive thoughts about food that go beyond normal hunger — it's like a constant mental chatter about what to eat, when to eat, and second-guessing your food choices.

Several things can cause food noise, including:

- Hormonal imbalances — In people with obesity Show Full Answer

Great questions! "Food noise" refers to those persistent, intrusive thoughts about food that go beyond normal hunger — it's like a constant mental chatter about what to eat, when to eat, and second-guessing your food choices.

Several things can cause food noise, including:

- Hormonal imbalances — In people with obesity, hunger hormones like ghrelin may not drop properly after eating, making it harder to feel full and satisfied
- Emotional triggers — Stress, sadness, or anxiety can turn up the volume on food noise
- Restrictive dieting — Cutting out food groups or eating very few calories can make your brain more sensitive to food cues, intensifying cravings
- Environmental cues — Things like seeing junk food at work or in social settings can trigger food-related thoughts GLP-1 medications are not the only way to manage food noise. There are several practical strategies that can help:

1. Eat balanced meals regularly — Include lean protein, healthy fats, complex carbs, and fruits or vegetables to keep hunger stable
2. Practice mindful eating — Pause and ask yourself if you're truly hungry or eating for emotional reasons
3. Keep a food journal — Tracking meals helps identify patterns and keeps eating habits in check
4. Manage stress — Since emotional triggers amplify food noise, finding healthy ways to cope can help
5. Seek professional support — A registered dietitian or mental health professional can offer personalized guidance

If food noise feels overwhelming and these strategies aren't enough, it's worth talking to your doctor about all available treatment options — GLP-1 medications being one of them.

September 8

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