A SURVEY has revealed the exact time Brits are most likely to get ‘hangry’.
The portmanteau refers to the combined emotion of ‘hungry‘ and ‘angry’ – a common feeling among those surveyed.
Not known, clear with picture deskA poll of 2,000 Brits has revealed the most common time to get ‘hangry’[/caption]
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The average Brit gets ‘hangry’ around 100 times a year – typically at 2.22pm.
A poll of 2,000 adults found 72 per cent have fallen victim to this at one time or another – with 45 per cent of these stating “you wouldn’t like me when I’m hangry.”
And being in this state of mind has far-reaching consequences – 32 per cent admit it impacts their motivation to do anything productive.
While 17 per cent revealed it has led to a mistake at work and 30 per cent said their sense of humour has taken a hit.
Commissioned by McDonald’s, which has launched the new Big Arch burger made with two 100 per cent British and Irish beef patties, topped with white cheddar, onions, lettuce, pickles, and Big Arch sauce, the research found 26 per cent admit they cope ‘poorly’ with hanger symptoms.
Almost a third (31 per cent) say they’ve been caught out by a loud stomach rumble in a meeting, while 12 per cent have even experienced an ill-timed grumbling stomach mid-date.
A spokesperson for McDonald’s: “It’s an easy trap to fall into because hanger can spring upon us at any moment.
“It’s important that we are prepared for these moments and have something on hand to relieve the hanger symptoms.”
Other than lack of food, the study found stress (39 per cent) is the biggest cause of hanger, with lack of sleep (33 per cent) also a common factor.
More than a third (35 per cent) revealed it tends to happen mostly when they’re bored – although 27 per cent say it’s unpredictable – and occurs at ‘random times.’
Hanger doesn’t just strike on the go—it’s a regular challenge at home too, with 24 per cent saying it’s a common problem in their household.
It emerged 63 per cent recognise the signs of hanger before it fully takes over, according to the OnePoll.com figures.
And when it hits, speed matters —57 per cent act fast and reach for something readily available, while 36 per cent attempt to curb it with water.
Those aged between 18 and 24 are the hangriest age group, with 48 per cent admitting this happens to them at least three times per week.
A spokesperson for McDonald’s added: “It is a good sign that Brits are aware when they’re feeling hangry.
“A quick solution is always key so that you can continue to go about your day, at your best.”
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