When I stay up really late I also get munchy. I find that hot herbal tea really helps me. My favorite right now is Cinnamon Apple Spice with 7 drops of liquid stevia. Kind of like hot cider.

You are not eating enough.

I eat very low carb (net carbs), no grains etc. I do it mostly for health, but the weight loss is a great side effect. By avoiding foods that make me sick I no longer have any need to overeat. It's quite amazing really. Among my many, many health problems were craving and binging, especially at night (because I ate too few calories during the day). Now I have to eat at night just to get in enough calories. It's wonderful to no longer struggle with hunger.

Low carb won't give you the benefits you are looking for if you don't fully commit to it. Also, it helps if you focus more on your health, eat enough, and not be obsessed with losing weight as fast as possible.

Eat whatever you want at night! If it's healthy and fits in your macros. Please, consider eating a little more and I'm absolutely certain that your hunger at night will be reduced (depending on WHAT you are eating too).

You are not eating enough.

I eat very low carb (net carbs), no grains etc. I do it mostly for health, but the weight loss is a great side effect. By avoiding foods that make me sick I no longer have any need to overeat. It's quite amazing really. Among my many, many health problems were craving and binging, especially at night (because I ate too few calories during the day). Now I have to eat at night just to get in enough calories. It's wonderful to no longer struggle with hunger.

I couldn’t agree more. It really is liberating to not feel hungry or guilty any more.

10-12 almonds really help me if I'm feeling a little hungry before my next meal. I have to be careful though, they can also curb my appetite so well that I'm not hungry when dinner is ready.

Yep, sorry, just noticed the calorie allowance. That is too low in general and I agree, eat more, especially fat! But I get munchies at night anyway, almost regardless of what I eat and focused on that.

I too was having the same problem and asked the same question. The MFP's are right eat more! I did and the problem was solved! Good job considering where you work! I am impressed!

+1 for more calories and more fat.

Dietary fat will not make you fat in the absence of excess carbohydrate nor will it cause heart issues.

Dietary fat will not budge blood sugar and will therefore keep insulin low, this will maximise your fat-burning potential.

Adding fat to any meal will blunt the insulin response to that meal. Keeping the carbs low too, obviously.

Make the last meal a steak with a creamy sauce on top and enjoy

I totally agree- more calories, more fat!!! Don't be afraid of the fat!

Plus, DO NOT be afraid to experiment with your food choices. You say you stick to your 'safe' options- there is a world of low carb possibilities out there. Sticking to the same old same old every day is a sure fire way to make you quit. Low carbing is a lifestyle, and if done properly a delicious and enjoyable one.

Read all the sticky threads at the top of this forum, especially the info for newbies and the daily food thread. You will get lots of info and inspiration for meals, snacks etc to keep you interested & full.

Try having a 'MIM' (also a sticky thread) after work. It is packed with fibre and will keep you full while satisfying your 'naughty' craving.

Best of luck & feel free to ask questions.

I had pepperoni chips last night at 11PM because I was hungry & wanted a snack. Put some slices of pepperoni on a paper towel/plate in the microwave & heat until crunchy. You can use them for dip but they're great on their own too!! Or top them with a little shredded cheese...yum!

Coffee with coconut oil in it is a great way to add in some more fat between meals (or whenever you're getting the munchies), it's like a mini fat bomb.

I agree with the MIM (Muffin in a Minute) too, these are packed with fibre and you can add toppings or just eat them plain and warm.

I just learned about "fat bombs." I'd been making them when I was really trying to push keto without realizing it, but they really do kill the appetite. Just any recipe that's almost all fat. I like to make something like the inside of a mounds(?) bar. 2 tablespoons coconut oil, 4 tablespoons finely shredded unsweetened coconut, 6 drops stevia, a few drops vanilla and one teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder. Mix it up with a spoon and eat. Makes my stomach feel like lead for hours. If I'm "hungry" after a "fat bomb" it's definitely psychological.

OMG, thank you for sharing that. My appetite has been so reduced that I usually need some fat at bedtime to up my calories. Fat Bomb is going to be perfect! (Going to try it without the stevia.)

I don't have anything of value to add that hasn't been said before, but yes, fat will help! I didn't have enough at dinner last night (although I did fine getting close to my daily goal) and was ravenous this morning.

Also, gotta try that fat bomb recipe.