Why is it that when you eat Chinese food, and your stomach is so full, that an hour later, your hungry again?

Question

Why is it that when you eat Chinese food, and your stomach is so full, that an hour later, your hungry again?

Answer 1

Did you ever hear about the German-Chinese restaurant? You eat there and an hour later, you're hungry for power.

Answer 2

it could be psychological in many cases..  although in some I am sure it relates to the high sodium content causing (a)bloating and (b) drinking more than usual with your meal.

I definitely notice this when I am eating something spicy..  I drink a ton with the meal and then feel really full for about 45 minutes until I pee..  then I feel normal..  and keep peeing regularly..

Answer 3

it's the MSG, most places add it to the food on their buffets to make people eat less...

Answer 4

they use alot of msg which is basically a high sodium seasoning filled with chemicals that expand in your stomach to make you temporarily feel full--buffets are notorius for using msg also. hope this helps!

Answer 5

It's because chinese food doesn't really stay in your system, it just goes in, your body takes the nutrients, and then goes out. Your body processes it a lot quicker than other complex or harder foods. Chinese food is much healthier than other foods thats why when prepared right it's a nice cuisine to eat when you're working out or trying to lose weight. Feeling bloated or full for more than 2 hours is kind of a bad thing, as for me I like how the wait time is just within an hour before I can feel active again.

Answer 6

I am going to blame it on the MSG. Many people say it is addictive, and most Chinese food places use it unless they specifically say they don't.

Answer 7

People usually order appetizers which are fried and filling and they also order rice which is very filling,