Is hunger affected by the portion size, or the amount of calories?

Question

For example, if I eat a small steak with 500 calories, will I feel full for longer than if I ate 10 rice cakes with 30 calories each?

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Answer 1

Calories definitely play a role in hunger, as the less calories you eat the hungrier you will be. But protein and fiber play a bigger part in curbing hunger. Protein can actually change the levels of certain “hunger” hormones, making you feel more full. And fiber takes longer to digest, making you feel full for longer.