Tips to avoid late night snacking

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By Look Good Naked ~ Posted Sun, 02/05/2012 - 10:03pm

Late night snacking has led to the death of many well-intentioned diets.  From happy hour appetizers to desserts, we crave these calorie-ridden foods even if we’re not actually hungry.  Here are some tips to help you break the habit of late night snacking.
  • Eat a satisfying dinner:  Make sure you eat a balanced and nourishing dinner that will keep you satisfied until bed.
  • Eat fruit:  Instead of satisfying your sweet tooth with a chocolate dessert, eat a small piece of fruit, which can be a sweet, healthy alternative.
  • Drink herbal tea:  Often a desire to snack can be quenched by changing the flavor in your mouth.  Warm mint or chamomile tea can substitute for dessert without actually contributing any calories.
  • Brush your teeth:  Toothpaste tends to make foods taste bad and can sap your desire for late night snacks.
  • Drink some water:  Thirst is often mistaken for hunger.  Sparkling water flavored with citrus or cucumber is particularly effective at distracting your mouth from the desire to keep chewing.
  • Call a friend:  Since eating and talking are not compatible, calling a friend can be a great way to occupy your mind and your mouth until the craving to snack passes.
  • Get moving:  Light exercise can help killing the desire to eat, plus it will burn more calories.

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