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Cloudy Skies Make You Hungrier—Here’s the Body Science
Cloudy Skies Make You Hungrier—Here’s the Body Science
IN · Published Sep 9, 2025
• Lack of sunlight on grey afternoons reduces serotonin levels, increasing cravings for carbs and sugary foods.
• Dim lighting can increase melatonin production, tricking the body into feeling hungrier.
• Managing weather-related hunger involves increasing light exposure, planning nutritious snacks, staying active, and practicing mindfulness.
Hunger increases on grey afternoons: science explained
It's common to feel hungrier on gloomy, overcast afternoons. This isn't just a feeling; there's a scientific reason behind increased appetite on grey days.
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