Snacks?

hmmoen
hmmoen Posts: 1 Member
edited November 25 in Food and Nutrition
Hey everyone!
I'm a college student and I've decided to lose some weight and track what I eat. Before when I was attempting it, I would be very hungry before meals and eat way more than I should. This time, I've been packing a whole bunch of snacks for everyday (cheese sticks, clementines, carrots, bananas, ect.) and I eat them throughout the day. I can get away with eating a lot less!

My question is if there could be any issues with this, or if there are any strategies to go with it. I am really excited that it could work for me. Any tips?
Thanks! :)

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  • Tq43
    Tq43 Posts: 85 Member
    I think that sounds good. I always bring snacks to work and when I'm out and about!
    It's all good if they're healthy snacks and you stay within your calorie deficit.
    If it works for u, stick with it.
  • kommodevaran
    kommodevaran Posts: 17,890 Member
    Sounds great to me! Just make sure you're logging correctly and clean your teeth :)
  • vallary14
    vallary14 Posts: 215 Member
    Planning ahead with healthy snacks will help you avoid empty calorie snacks and save you money. I measure snack bags of almonds and/or pistachios to keep in my purse. If you pack a dip for your veggies make sure it has good fat, I recommend hummus or tessemae’s ranch. Good luck!
  • ap1972
    ap1972 Posts: 214 Member
    I find it difficult to go between meals without snacking so make sure I have plenty of healthy snacks available. I just make sure lunch and dinner are smaller to hit my goal
  • Leannep2201
    Leannep2201 Posts: 441 Member
    I also have 1-2 healthy snacks during the day (in the afternoon, occasionally in the morning). I sometimes have a snack after dinner, too.

    I find snacking helps regulate my hunger, so I’m less likely to overeat during meal times. I calculate it all out (I pre-log all of my food for the day each morning) to ensure that my snacks fit into my overall calorie budget for the day.

    I also find that if I have some snacks with protein in (hard boiled egg, cheese or yoghurt, for example), it helps keep me satiated during the day, too.

    Been working for me.
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