Snack, Snack, Snack
rmhenson
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So I'm one that seems to want to snack all the time without realizing it. Anyone got suggestions on the best way to curb that appetite. I am so tired of doctors trying to put me on medicine that makes me feel horrible to curb it.
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I am also a snacker. A few suggestions that work for me: Keep busy. The busier I am, the less snacky I am. Also, most days I pre-log my food in the morning so I know exactly what I will be able to eat. If I'm still hungry after I consume my pre-approved snack, I remind myself that I just ate and am not hungry, I'm bored! Sometimes gum or sucking on a life saver will get me past it. Obviously, I don't always prevail over my body's hollering for food but these things really do help.16
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Drink a glass of water when you think you are hungry.......Most of the time it works! Drink before you eat too & you will eat less! Failing that, if you like fruit & veg cut some up & put in small bags or containers in the fridge so they are handy when you fancy a snack! 😊
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I generally pack a lot of snacks in smaller portions to try to get me through my workday and chewing gum is always a great way to keep your mouth busy! As another user said, being busy is the best way to forget about munching on something.
There are a couple of studies that suggest that eating a handful ~30g of blanched (non-fried or salted) almonds as a snack helps with fulness levels and increasing satiety. I eat nuts regularly but haven't really stopped to test it this is true, but it might be worth giving it a try.
https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4500840/
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I had this problem too and saw a nutritionist and realized it was because I was not pairing healthy fats and whole grains with my snacks. This keeps you fuller longer along with lots of fiber daily. So instead of an apple have an apple with 1 tablespoon peanut butter. Instead of just cheese eat 1 slice low fat cheese with some whole grain crackers. Look for at least 5-6g of fiber in all whole grain foods and sugars under 7g.24
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I have found my appetite is a lot smaller now that I have cut out sugar and artificial sweeteners14
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Increasing daily water and decreasing sugars, including artificial sugars such as diet sodas , really helps me.8
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ladymcnei7290 wrote: »I have found my appetite is a lot smaller now that I have cut out sugar and artificial sweeteners
Yes! A smaller amount of good-for-you-food fills me up AND the bad-for-you-food tastes overly sweet or salty and I just don’t want it!
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New to the group, so not sure if this has been an discussed or not. I know that nuts are a great snack and source of protein, but I have peanut allergy and cannot have any kinds of them. Any suggestions for crunchy snacks for when I really in the mood for a snack?0
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This probably isn't what you had in mind, but I get a very satisfying crunch from carrot and celery sticks and apple slices.
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I plan snack calories in...😂 they are their own food group!!! 🙌
Work with it: pre-weigh your snacks out in those small individual snack bags so you can grab them! I find getting to the bottom of the bag gives me time to realize: I'm not really still hungry...🤗5 -
I do like the carrot, celery, and apple slices but they get boring. I do include snacks in my daily calorie intake was just looking to see if anyone had any ideas for snacks that I hadn't thought of. My husband is watching what he eats also but he can eat the nuts where as I can't. He says they are good to fill up that urge to snack. I will say my favorite snacks are pretzels or air popped popcorn.0
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I like chocolate greek yogurt ......3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (the unsweetened kind). I use 0%.
2 tsp honey (or agave or maple syrup what ever sweetener you want (not artificial )
2 tsp cocoa powder
a drop or two of vanilla extract (helps deepen the chocolate flavour) ....... I make up a tub but just have a half or quarter cup at a time and count the cals ...... i like to dip fruit in it or your pretzels would be good and you get the protein from the yogurt. There is a vanilla recipe too with cinnamon, vanilla , honey if you dont like chocolate.11 -
That sounds delicious, will be trying this suggestion.0
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Sugar snap peas in the pod is a good crunchy snack.2
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I try to add protein to my snacks as well - I eat apples and grapes with a cheese slices or a hard boiled egg. It is still low calorie but feels more satisfying then a handful of popcorn or nuts. I also find herb tea/hot drinks make me feel fuller than a glass of water.2
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Nights are a problem. I suffer from reflux and have to eat at least every few hours. If I don't, I can't sleep at night. If I eat dinner at 7:30pm ish, I need to eat again at around 10pm and then just before I fall asleep at about midnight. What can I have for those two snacks that are not high in calories while I'm trying to lose weight? Desperate!0
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I always find if I’m hungry and snacky I make a large cup of hot tea. The warmth fills my tummy and it takes a while to sip it. And zero calories!3
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I have a tendency to skip meals and and just mindlessly snack a lot. Oy..and I used to be a habitual soda drinker too, giving that up. The way I curb these habits is to make sure to plan my actual meals to include all the nutrition I need...and drink a lot of water and chew mint or cinnamon gum in the interim. Makes actual food taste awful, and keeps my mouth busy so I am satisfying that urge as well.0
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I was wondering the same thing lol I get junk food cravings and feel like I’m not eating the right things to keep me full0
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I think those are great ideas!This probably isn't what you had in mind, but I get a very satisfying crunch from carrot and celery sticks and apple slices.
I had the same thought, that crunch factor is big for me as well..
Anything from Baby carrots, apple slices, sugar snap peas, celery etc. paired with cheese, nut butter, raw almonds, Cuties etc. The protein/fat combo keeps me satiated and the crunch well, I dunno I think I'll go with "satisfying" as @krythie shared in his post.
I'm always drinking lots of water as well, water out of the fridge is my drink of choice so I always have that on hand.
One thing I'll add that keeps me from craving sweets is to try not to start in the first place. I realize that's not realistic sometimes but once I start it's a roller coaster for me. I'm not strong in moderating certain things so it's better for now that I don't eat them often. Once I start it becomes a craving everyday after that and difficult to get a handle on again.
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I like to crunch on dry cereal, maybe not the most ideal, but a lot of cereal is lower calorie/lower fat and I never "need" the whole suggested serving so I save even more cal/fat. My favorites are cheerios and fruit loops (off brands)3
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mjschmitzmojo wrote: »New to the group, so not sure if this has been an discussed or not. I know that nuts are a great snack and source of protein, but I have peanut allergy and cannot have any kinds of them. Any suggestions for crunchy snacks for when I really in the mood for a snack?
@mjschmitzmojo
Don't know if you're still checking in sometimes or not, as this is a much older post.
I can't eat nuts, but I can eat coconut. So, I buy those dried out coconut chips (I like the Trader Joe's ones). They have a very nutty flavor.
I was also eating a lot of the plantain chips sold at Trader Joe's. They were a nice taste and crunch that reminded me of nuts.0 -
Sugar snap peas dipped in Hummus or Avacado works great for me. I even slice cucumber and dip them as well. I feel like something crunchy (but healthy) and having a healthy (measured) dip satisfies my craving and I feel good after eating it! I try to keep a banana or other veggie/fruit items available as well. Water is key and maybe even hot tea or black coffee. It seems the slow sipping of either will help the urge to eat pass.0
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I am a snacker. I have found that reading has helped me. I get ready for bed at 8. ( empty nester here) I read the author J.D. Robbs' Death series. I crawl in bed, away from snacks and the kitchen, after reading a couple of chapters of my book I am tired and sleep great. When I sat in a chair to read at the end table was snacks and a drink. I will Not take snacks to the bedroom. So far this is working.3
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Hey everyone, I am new here ...my 3rd day ..and I just love to eat anything that I should not eat ..I am a snacker and a grazer ...first time I have actually counted calories, not a wonder that I have gained and gained weight ..I was so not aware of how many calories I was taking in...really an eye opener! My husband and I were on WW and I must have been eating at least 100 grapes a day ...plus bananas ...they were zero points, but they are NOT zero calories ...any way ..I need ideas and lots of prayers !!!3
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I like the Sargento Balanced snacks.....At 190 calories in a premeasured container,they are always ready to eat and very satisfying with just enough carbs and protein in them!...0
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I am new to Fitness Pal and I have found that when I start getting munchy, I snack on sugar snap peas and grape tomatoes. They have a nice crunch and fill me up. I have little food discipline, so if I am going to snack I try to do veggies. Doesn't always work, but I keep plugging forward.2
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I get really shaky if I don’t eat every few hours, so I make sure snacks are planned out every day. I prefer the total snack to be 150-200 calories. Some of my go-to snacks include hummus with veggies (carrots, celery, cucumber, whatever you like), a light rye crisp with with one tbsp natural peanut butter, boiled egg, blueberries, raspberries, pears, greek yogurt, a protein shake (with added plain greek yogurt and frozen berries, with almond milk), cottage cheese. I don’t like just fruit for a snack, because it often makes me more hungry. I will always try to get protein, fat and carbs in each meal or snack.1
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Honestly doing things like brushing my teeth after every meal or keeping fewer snacks in the house in weird places has helped me stop snacking as it just makes snacking more inconvenient.
If I've already brushed my teeth, anything other than water or some sugar free gum is just going to undo that so I don't feel like it anymore. Gradually I've stopped thinking about food as much between meals as it's more of a hastle than anything. Hope that helps.0
Thanks for the reminder 
