A good snack bridges the gap between meals and stops you from arriving at dinner starving. The trick is to pair foods, because combinations of fibre, protein and healthy fat keep you full much longer than a sugary bar.
Winning combinations
- Apple slices with peanut or almond butter.
- Plain yoghurt with berries and a few nuts.
- Carrot and cucumber sticks with hummus.
- A boiled egg and a piece of fruit.
- Whole-grain crackers with cheese or avocado.
- A handful of unsalted nuts and a few dried apricots.
- Roasted chickpeas.
Snack smart
- Plan ahead. Keep fruit, nuts and ready-cut vegetables in sight.
- Portion it. Put nuts in a small bowl instead of eating from the bag.
- Ask if you're hungry. Sometimes thirst or boredom is the real reason.
- Sit down. Eating while distracted makes it easier to overeat.
What to limit
Sweets, crisps and pastries aren't forbidden, but they leave you hungry again quickly. Enjoy them occasionally, and keep the everyday snacks nutritious.
General information only, not medical advice. Always talk to a qualified health professional about your own situation.
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