04/10/2023
1 - Choose low GI snacks
Low GI snacks means Low Glycemic Index snacks. The glycemic index is a handy measure of what a food will do to your blood sugar. A low GI food is likely to be gentle on your blood sugar, meaning it's unlikely to lead to weight gain, and can help to keep your snack cravings under control too.
2 - Prepare snacks ahead of time
No-one starts their day planning to eat 3 donuts, 2 packs of crisps and handfuls of honey-coated peanuts. But if you know you're likely to feel peckish between meals. have some healthy snacks prepared, so that you will find it easier to make a healthy choice when the snacking instinct strikes.
3 - Prepare to say no
If you're surrounded by people who just love to tempt you with snacks that you know you'll feel guilty eating, you may need to come up with some lines to make it easier to refuse. A simple "I'm good thanks, but that looks lovely, enjoy!" can help to ease a difficult moment.
4 - Pick snacks that boost nutrition
A lot of snacks are high in sugar and other refined carbs, but low in vitamins, minerals and protein. Take a look at food labels so that you can educate yourself on what you're eating, and widen your range of snacks to include more nutritious options.
5 - Plan WHEN you'll eat
If you know that you usually feel hungry for a snack at 11am, then plan to eat at that time. If you know that skipping lunch leads to snacking on biscuits at 3, then make time to stop at 1 for something more nutritious. Drifting through the day without a plan puts you more at risk of mindless eating.
Remember - snacking isn't "wrong" or "bad", but by snacking mindfully you can make healthier choices.
Which of these tips so you think you'll find the easiest?