How to Stop Snacking at Night
Do you struggle with hunger at night?
Are you a nighttime snacker sneaking into the kitchen each night and not sure how to stop?
You know what I’m talking about… You relax on the couch to watch Tiger King on Netflix and before you know it, half of the bag of Doritos is gone…😱
If this story sounds familiar, know that you can change your habits.
Here are 6 ways to stop nighttime snacking:
1. Change your meal schedule - Shift your meals later in the day. If you’re not hungry at 7 am, then stop eating breakfast that early. Try to shift all of your meals later in the day so that you’re not hungry and tempted to snack at night.
2. Make the right food choices - Choose foods that will keep you feeling full for dinner. Your best bet is to include lean protein, fruits, and veggies.
3. Keep yourself busy - Stay busy doing something you enjoy at night. Personally, I love doing puzzles and reading after dinner. Choose an activity that you enjoy and pass the time while having FUN.
4. Choose the right drinks - Drink hot tea or sparkling water. Flavored sparkling water or naturally-sweetened tea like Peppermint or Orange give you that after-dinner sweet taste you crave without needing extra food.
5. Get your body moving - Go for a walk or call a friend after dinner. This helps you to keep busy, so you’re less likely to feel the urge to mindlessly snack.
6. Grab some gum or a mint - Chew gum or brush your teeth. When your mouth feels minty fresh, the last thing you want to do is ruin that minty taste by eating. Get into the habit of brushing your teeth after dinner and you won’t miss the evening snacks.
Each of these can help to keep you distracted and less focused on aimlessly eating all the snacks at night.
Which tip are you going to practice implementing today? Start slow figure out which one works for you.
