Mavefyldning

Mavefyldning is a compound noun formed from the Norwegian and Danish words mave (stomach) and fyldning (filling). The term is not a standard dictionary entry in formal language resources, but it appears in consumer, culinary and nutritional discourse to describe foods, meals, or eating strategies that produce a sense of fullness in the stomach.

In culinary contexts, mavefyldning can refer to dishes or combinations of ingredients designed to be substantial and satiating. This may include meals with a higher volume, such as soups, stews, and dishes rich in fiber and protein, which tend to occupy space in the stomach and contribute to a feeling of fullness. In nutrition and diet discussions, the concept is linked to satiety and gastric distension, emphasizing foods that expand in the stomach through volume rather than merely adding calories.

Strategies associated with mavefyldning often focus on low to moderate energy density and high satiety. Examples include high-fiber vegetables, legumes, whole grains, and water-rich foods, as well as proteins that promote longer-lasting fullness. The term can also reflect cultural preferences for hearty meals that signal a completed eating episode.

See also: satiety, fullness, gastric distension, dietary fiber, protein and appetite regulation. Notes for readers: terminology usage varies by region, and the concept is more commonly discussed in everyday language than as a formal technical term.