snacking...the diet destroyer

Snacking...the diet destroyer....

Dangit!

Diets are so hard!  I am so addicted to sugar and flour it's insane.  

I found this list and loved it so I thought it might help you too.

One thing I am trying to do is drink water before I eat anything at all.  They say to drink half of your body weight in water to lose weight and that is so hard!  Especially if you weigh over 200lbs!


• Think of snacks as mini-meals that contribute nutrient-rich foods. You can fit snack calories into your personal healthy eating plan without over-spending your day’s calorie budget.

 • Snack only when you’re hungry. Skip the urge to nibble when you’re bored, frustrated or stressed. Feed the urge to do something by walking the dog or organizing a space. 

• Keep portion control in mind. Have a single-serve container of yogurt or put a small serving of nuts in a bowl. Eating directly from a multiple-serving package can lead to overeating. 

• Plan snacks ahead of time. Keep a variety of nutritious ready-to-eat supplies on hand, such as whole-grain crackers and low-fat cheese. Get creative by swapping out different fruits, vegetables and grains to keep your snacking exciting!

YOU CAN DO HARD THINGS!