How to Snack and Still Lose Weight
The key to healthy snacking may be choosing the proper time to indulge.
Jan. 3, 2011 — -- Healthy snacks between meals can be better for your body. Eating foods that help make you feel full but keeping calories down can actually help you achieve your ideal weight.
Here are a few tips for timing your snacks:
There's no need to starve yourself in between meals. Snacking reduces the feeling of hunger so that you actual feel satisfied. This way, you don't feel the need to order more food or just overeat. Essentially, you'll be eating less in the long run.
Most people are in a better mood when they're satisfied with their food. For instance, it's very difficult to concentrate on anything when you're hungry or constantly thinking about your next meal. Don't get cranky -- have a snack!
If you choose to have healthy snacks, you can actually attain weight loss goals.
Relieve stress by taking a break and just enjoying a snack. It only takes a couple of minutes to enjoy the snack, and then you can get right back into what you were doing. Sometimes you just need a break.