India, Sept. 19 -- After eating a heavy lunch, do you feel frustrated when you start craving snacks just a few hours later? You may think it is a matter of willpower or an inability to control your cravings. Your appetite may actually stem from an imbalanced meal that fails to keep you satisfied for long. ALSO READ: Should you eat fruits in the morning? Dietician clears common myths about timing, hydration and detox

Dr Sandhya Singh S, dietician at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, debunked this common misconception and helped decode the reasons behind post-lunch cravings.

The problem may lie in what your lunch contains. A large portion does not necessarily make a meal balanced or satisfying. If it lacks essential nutrient...