Evening cravings

Riz72

At night, I want carbs and desserts big time! I try to usually have a low carb healthy dessert on hand that I make. But for those cutting for example, do you do anything to make sure you don't overeat at dinner?

I've read some information on the subject (tiredness usually craves carbs).

nvmomketo

I often eat lighter during the day so I still have calories left over for an evening snack.

Tea could sometimes take my mind off food.

I found my evening sweet cravings mostly disappeared when I started following a low carb diet. When I ate it, I wanted it. Since it is now out of my system, my hunger is reduced. I know low carb isn't for everyone, but if it interests you, look into it.

banananiii

Greek yogurt! No carbs, low fat, high protein. I usually go for oikos key lime or coconut

Pinnacle_IAO

When I was fat, I had dinner all over again right before bed.
I just loved drifting off to sleep wit that ate-so-much-I-hurt feeling. Breaking the night binges was a huge challenge.
It was a gradual work in progress until my meals stopped at 7pm.
I made sure that final meal was large and balanced. Some nights I failed, but over time, keeping to my goals became easier and easier.

Good Luck

RodaRose

For some people it works to save more calories for late in the day. That way you could have a more substantial dinner and good sized snack/desert before bed. It might help to eat fewer carbs and more fat and oils during the day.
Do whatever you can to get enough sleep.

annette_15

My favourite dessert is making protein fluff.
Blend:
10 ice cubes
1 scoop protein powder
1 tsp xanthan gum
just enough water to blend

Blend till soft serve ice cream consistency. It makes 5 cups for me
Top with cereal, chocolate chips, fruit, granola or w/e else you desire, eat with a spoon. *kitten* is filling...

Riz72

I was following a low carb diet while cutting. I definitely think it was not enough sleep though.

Hard to make it a priority. But it's a must.

coco_bee

Riz72 wrote: »

I was following a low carb diet while cutting. I definitely think it was not enough sleep though.

Hard to make it a priority. But it's a must.

Your body needs sleep. Its our minds that dont want to sleep and start craving carbs or desserts late at night, unless you really are hungry, then I would suggest yogurt to hopefully help those cravings go away.

Tamlyngo

Riz72 wrote: »

I was following a low carb diet while cutting. I definitely think it was not enough sleep though.

Hard to make it a priority. But it's a must.

I agree. I'm more likely to not eat well when I'm tired. For me, I try to eat small frequent meals throughout the day and a decent sized dinner. Of course I save enough calories for my bedtime glass of wine. Good luck!