Snack vs Grazing!

We all know that feeling; it's just too hard to get through the day without nibbling on something, usually something we shouldn't! If  you are simply hungry during the day, snacking can be a second nature and not always a good one!  While snacking generally gets frowned upon, grazing is typically recommended for many healthy diets. But like most things in life the key point is not to over do it.

Check those nutritionl Labels!

Snacking vs grazing are different things. Some of us get into the habit of the afternoon snack like a few biscuits with a tea or late night snack (big bowl of cereal was my Achilles heel) and we are so routine that it doesn't matter how hungry we are or if we are not- we're going to eat that snack no matter what as that's "what i always do".Try looking at low calorie foods, and small amounts. Such as a few Brazil nuts, great source of protein and wont spike your blood sugar. Plan your main meals so you don't over eat, use lean ingredients such as chicken and fish, such as Tuna or cod. Little and often is the key, so your body has time to metabolise that fuel! They say as a general rule you should eat six fist size meals a day. I know that sounded amazing to me too, six meals!
It is best to stick to a very low calories amount so that you don't end up sabotaging your healthy diet. For example, instead of a biscuit, packet of crisps, try low calorie carrot sticks with some cottage cheese. If you make the right choices It will help you lose weight and maintain it, helping the body with the correct food will ensure your body is more functional using your energy sources and stop it being stored!

Plan your days food intake.

Plan- The night before plan those grazing snacks through the day. Cut up those carrot sticks, pack that apple or handful of Brazil nuts. Also use a water bottle and set  the target of drinking it through the day to increase your water intake. We have all done it rushed about in the morning and as a result forgot something. Then during the day resort to vending machines or shop bought food that's pre packed. By planning your diet, you not only save money but ensure a healthy diet. A win, win situation!
Foods you like  - Use foods you like! I am as guilty as anyone, when I first looked to do a healthy diet, I tried to include foods I didn't really like for healthy snacks, so eventually I looked to avoid it and slipped!
Weigh - use those scales to weigh foods in their dry weight. This makes sure you can portion control, especially foods it is easy to over eat, like pasta and rice.


Did you know on average we use 28-30% of our bodies blood sugar just to run, so if you don't eat right then this can effect our mental performance. So we have to keep energy levels up without inputting too much energy, basically not eating too many calories!
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