New Feedees 101: All About Appetite
For a lot of feedees, one of the earliest noticeable changes in their feedism journey (other than their physical gain) is a shift in appetite. This seemingly simple change can trigger a series of other effects on your body, mindset, and eating habits. And as your relationship with food evolves, your growing appetite may become one of the most exciting parts of your weight gain. Not only is it pretty hot to notice the changes in appetite, but it’s also a great marker of your progress towards becoming a pro piggy. Understanding these shifts can help you navigate your journey as a feedee with more confidence and awareness.
Ch-ch-changes
At the beginning of your feedee journey, you may find that you eat only when you're hungry, and sometimes not even then. But over time, and maybe even with the encouragement of a feeder, your appetite can start to grow. You’ll find yourself hungrier more often, craving snacks, and feeling the pull toward heavier, richer, and more calorie-dense foods, also known as…sexy foods.
Increased appetite often means consuming larger portions and eating more frequently throughout the day. One of the most common changes new feedees experience is a growing preference or craving for fast food and junk food, which can be highly addictive and designed to be hard to resist. These foods are often calorie-dense and high in fat, salt, and sugar, stimulating the pleasure centers of the brain and making them especially tempting. What might start as a once-a-month craving could easily grow into swinging by a drive thru every other day for a “snack.”
You may find yourself developing a sort of addiction to these types of foods as your appetite grows. The convenience, flavor, and satisfaction they provide make them hard to say no to, and soon they can become a regular part of your diet. It’s important to be mindful of this shift, as it can contribute significantly to your weight gain while also altering your tastes and cravings over time.
Unless you’re a downright sinner who frequents the hell-scape that is your local gym, your changing appetite will inevitably affect your body and how quickly you gain weight. Simply put, a bigger appetite usually leads to more calories consumed, which will accelerate the process of gaining. Feedees with a naturally fast metabolism might not see immediate results, but over time, consistent eating, especially calorie-dense foods, will help you pack on pounds. The more frequently you eat, and the bigger your meals, the less likely your body will be to burn off those extra calories, allowing them to stick and contribute to your overall gain.
Some physiological changes to expect include feeling heavier and lazier, getting hungry more quickly between meals, and becoming more accustomed to larger portion sizes. Your stomach may physically stretch to accommodate more food, especially if you begin to consistently push your limits during meals. This can result in generally eating more throughout the day as your body adjusts to the increased food intake. A beautiful cycle of eating more to increase your appetite to eat even more.
This expansion in your eating patterns can feel overwhelming at first, especially if you’re not used to such indulgence. But with time and practice, you'll likely become more comfortable with your new appetite and excited about the possibilities it brings.
More Than Just Physical Hunger
As your relationship with food deepens, you'll likely start to notice that your appetite becomes tied to more than just the rumble in your tummy. It is not only a response to physical hunger, but can also be triggered by psychological and emotional factors. Many feedees find that they begin to crave food even when they aren’t hungry. Emotional eating can become a regular part of your day, with moods and situations dictating when and how much you consume. Your inner fatty will tell you that you want food, even if your body doesn’t need it.
As you grow more comfortable with overeating, you might notice that certain feelings, moods, or situations begin to trigger your desire to eat. Some examples include:
Boredom: When you have nothing to do, you might find yourself reaching for snacks or planning your next meal, even if you just ate. Further than that, the simple act of sitting and watching TV or playing video games may make you anywhere from slightly peckish to feening for enough sub sandwiches to cater a small office.
Happiness or Sadness: Celebrating something? You may feel inclined to indulge. On the flip side, when you're feeling down, eating can become a source of comfort. Either way, break out the gallon of ice cream.
Frustration or Stress: Overeating can sometimes be a way to cope with difficult emotions, as the act of eating becomes a temporary escape. Your main goal should always be to do what you can to alleviate those stressors, but escaping to Chocolateville with an entire bag of Halloween candy may be satisfactory for the time being.
Arousal: For many feedees (or feeders), the act of eating (or watching others eat) is intertwined with feelings of arousal, which can lead to cravings during intimate moments. Eating turns you on, and being turned on makes you want to eat. It’s almost…poetic.
Good Days or Bad Days: Whether you've had a great day or a challenging one, food may become a way to reward or console yourself, leading to habitual eating in response to emotional highs and lows. Which is why you should aim to be a pampered, overfed pet for a living, whose only “bad days” consist of missing out on the breakfast menu because you were too busy being fat and lazy in bed.
Understanding how your emotions or certain external situations are linked to eating can help you manage your appetite and figure out when you’re eating out of hunger and when you’re eating for comfort or pleasure. Not that it really matters, but the distinction is kinda hot, no?
Why Appetite Growth is So Attractive
From a feedism perspective, a growing appetite carries a special allure. For both the feedee and the feeder, there’s something incredibly satisfying about indulging in food without restraint. A growing appetite symbolizes a surrender to pleasure—a desire to have more, enjoy more, and consume without guilt. This is especially appealing to many feedists because it emphasizes indulgence, abundance, and the pursuit of physical change. Bigger appetites lead to bigger meals, bigger bodies, and deeper satisfaction for all involved, making it one the most attractive aspects of feedism for both parties.
For feedees, a growing appetite is an opportunity to let go of societal expectations around restraint and self-control. Eating more can feel freeing and empowering, symbolizing a deeper connection to the body’s desires. It can also signal that they’re making progress toward their goals and embracing their new piggish lifestyle fully. One Feabie feedee I spoke to said “What I like most now is just how natural it feels to embrace the lifestyle and accept that I basically turned myself into a pig. It’s crazy like after a couple of months of saying ‘screw it’ and letting myself go without holding back, I can’t even imagine myself on a diet/in the gym.” How inspiring!
From the feeder's perspective, seeing a feedee's appetite grow represents their success in encouraging their partner's gain. There's an undeniable allure in watching someone eat with gusto, knowing they’re indulging not just for themselves but also for their partner’s pleasure. It can also be such a fun experience to witness a feedee’s capacity increase in quantitative or tangible ways. I still remember the stuffing where my piggy upgraded from one large pizza to two…they grow up so fast.
How to Increase Appetite
Some feedees may struggle with a limited appetite and find it hard to consume large amounts of food. If you’re just a little piglet who wants to gain more but can't seem to eat very much (you poor, sweet thing), don't worry—there are ways to expand your appetite over time.
Start Small & Graze: Begin by gradually increasing your portion sizes. If you can't eat a big meal right away, focus on snacking more frequently throughout the day. Grazing can also help you stay in a consistent eating rhythm, which may encourage a more natural appetite increase. Learn more about snacking here.
Drink Your Calories: High-calorie shakes and smoothies are a great way to consume extra calories without feeling overly full. Add ingredients like peanut butter, heavy cream, or ice cream to boost the calorie content and sip on them whenever you get the chance.
Incorporate Appetizers: Eating a small snack or appetizer before meals can help build your hunger and make it easier to eat more when the main course arrives.
Experiment with Calorie-Dense Foods: Look for foods that pack a lot of calories in small amounts, such as nuts, cheeses, and pastries. These can help you eat more calories without feeling stuffed.
Set the Right Atmosphere: Create a relaxed, indulgent environment to encourage overeating. When you feel comfortable and unrushed, you’re more likely to eat more. Make entire evenings or weekends dedicated to lazily eating as much as you can.
Find Motivation: This can take the form of setting weight goals with time constraints, choosing clothes that you want to outgrow, or even posting feedism content (if you’re comfortable) for people looking to see and encourage you to gain. The best motivator would be a feeder, someone just as dedicated to your gain and increasing your appetite as you are.
Appetite as Part of Your Feedee Journey
As a final thought, there’s no need to feel ashamed or embarrassed of your appetite or the foods you choose to eat. Your hunger and desires are natural, and indulging in them is part of being a feedee. Everyone’s relationship with food is personal, and choosing to enjoy what makes you happy is something to be celebrated, not judged. Letting go of shame allows you to fully embrace the pleasure of eating and focus on your own satisfaction and goals.
As you continue on your feedee journey, your appetite will play a significant role in your weight gain and your overall experience with food. Being mindful of how your body and mind respond to hunger, cravings, and emotions can help you better understand your eating patterns and make the experience more enjoyable, both physically and mentally.
So embrace the changes in your appetite. Growing it is a key part of the feedee experience, allowing you to welcome indulgence and enjoy food in new and exciting ways. Building a healthy relationship with your appetite will ultimately make your journey more fulfilling.
A special thanks to the new feedee who inspired this new series.
