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I eat dinner every night , so why do i wake up so hungry in the am ? my stomach feels so empty

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Dr. Nancy Simpkins answered

more protein: Your dinner should include more protein ( lean chicken or fish) so that your body is not hungry in the morning.

Dr Alves agreed

Answered 5/30/2016

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