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The new year brings with it some old circumstances: working from home, self- isolating again, and having close access to food almost all of the time.
Some of us may enjoy more home-cooked meals and not having to walk too far for a snack, but working close to the refrigerator poses a challenge to maintaining healthy eating habits. Rest assured, there are ways to minimize mindless snacking and filling up on empty calories, even when you can't socially distance from your kitchen cabinet.
•Stop, think, eat•
Before grabbing that cookie or bag of chips, stop and ask yourself, "Do I really want this now?" or "Am I craving this food because I'm hungry or because I'm bored or stressed?" Think it through -- If you do want a snack, go for it. But if your answer is no, you've stopped yourself from excessive nibbling. The idea is to make the choice to eat a conscious decision.
The hunger meter is a tool that incorporates the "stop, think, eat" strategy, as it allows you to pause and gauge your level of hunger before eating. If you are reaching for a snack but realize that you are not really hungry, you may be craving something else, according to Wendy Sterling, a registered dietitian and coauthor of "How to Nourish Your Child Through an Eating Disorder." Try going for a walk, taking a shower, calling a friend, or taking a nap.
Fill your kitchen with fiber-rich foods
It's pretty difficult to mindlessly munch on high-fiber foods like vegetables, salads and fruits. That's because fiber contributes "bulk" and fills you up quickly. Fiber-rich foods also help to keep your blood sugar levels steady, which can help prevent impulsive snacking and overeating at meals.
Don't bring it home
The decisions you make at the point of purchase greatly predict your ability to stay on track. Simply put, if you bring it home, you will eat it. If you don't want to derail your diet goals, leave snacks that will sabotage your efforts in the grocery aisle.
Read more- https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2022/01/10/health/how-to-manage-snacking-habits-wellness/index.html