Snacking the right way can help you lose weight. Some people think skipping meals saves calories, but it can actually lead to overeating later. Breakfast and afternoon snacks are often skipped first, but skipping these can slow down weight loss.
When we're too hungry before a meal, we make poor eating choices. It's hard to prepare a healthy meal when starving. A good afternoon snack with protein and fruits or veggies helps us stay in control and make better choices at dinner.
Eating more calories earlier in the day gives us energy when we need it most and helps us burn calories through activities. An afternoon snack helps keep dinner light and prevents snacking after dinner.
Try to eat 4x per day (breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner) to avoid getting to a point where you are starving.
Combine protein and veggies or fruit for a satisfying snack that will keep you energized between lunch and dinner.
Schedule your snack into your daily routine. Try setting an alarm on your phone to remind you.
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Put your healthy snacks where you can see them easily. Hide high-calorie foods in containers you can't see through, and place them on high shelves, or don’t buy them at all, to avoid temptation.
Treat your snack like a meal. Sit at a table and focus on what you're eating. Avoid eating while standing, driving, or watching TV to prevent overeating.
Use small packs of snacks, like nuts, to help you eat the right amount.
