Include in your diet more of fresh fruits and vegetables. How many of us are strong enough to resist the call of chaklis and banana chips beckoning us to indulge in their fried and salty deliciousness? Add 5pm hunger pangs to the mix and we never really stood a chance against the junky delights. It is natural to reach for food that is within sight and easy reach. Which is why, if you must keep junk food at your workstation or home, make them slightly difficult to get to. Use opaque jars and stow them in cabinets that require some effort to get to. Use glass containers for healthy snacks and store them where you can see and get to them with little effort. Hopefully, out of sight will at least some times be out of mind.
You've tried everything and can't seem to lose weight. You're not alone — dropping weight, especially after age 30 and 40, can be a lot more difficult and it often takes planning and consideration to create meal plans that are satisfying, healthy, and ideal for weight loss. If you prefer to follow a low-carb diet , you may be facing an additional challenge: finding foods that will fill you up and are not high in sugar and carbs.
Drink water before meals and all day long. Water is calorie free and will help fill your stomach and keep you hydrated. In fact, hunger can often be a sign of early dehydration, since your body is using up glycogen stores more quickly, and drinking water could help calm your appetite if this is the case ( 33 ). Water also plays multiple roles in the body including supporting digestion, nutrient absorption, and aiding in bodily functions.
Ice cream in the summer is a sweet treat few of us can resist, but the amount of sugar and fat contained in even one scoop means it's an indulgence best saved for special occasions. But if you're craving something sweet and cold, fruit and your freezer are your best friends. Grapes chilled in the freezer are a great natural treat. Want something chocolatey? Cut up bananas into bite-sized pieces. Bring a pot of water to a boil and set a bowl over it to melt natural dark chocolate pieces. Then, coat the banana pieces in the melted chocolate and freeze. Voila, a creamy and chocolatey treat that'll only set you back about 35 calories a piece.
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