Your stomach plays the trick! Liquids empty the stomach faster, leading to less stretch receptor activation. Solids trigger a more robust hormonal response that promotes satiety. The psychological act of chewing and eating solids contributes to feelings of fullness. Liquids even with high calorie density does not trigger the body’s natural fullness response.

Solids linger, liquids vanish! Stomach stretch sensors love solids, not so much liquids. Food triggers "full" hormones; sugary drinks don't. Chewing matters, and your brain's waiting for "real" food!