kellygrn's Journal

Stopping afternoon cravings 

 

 

To get rid of your cravings, you need to change your daytime eating habits. Here are some suggestions:

Add to your breakfast. Oatmeal is a great start and you can add some protein, like peanut butter, for staying power. You can also add yogurt, milk or an egg. Choose two foods for a morning snack. Some of my favorites are fruit with peanut butter or cottage cheese, peanut butter on a slice of whole-grain bread or a smoothie with fruit and yogurt. At lunch, eat 3 ounces of protein and lots of veggies for added fiber.
Drink plenty of water throughout the day so you don't misinterpret thirst as hunger. Plan a two-food afternoon snack similar to the morning snack. Try veggies and hummus (hummus is a good protein source) or a yogurt parfait with fruit, nuts and/or high-fiber cereal. Make sure that you eat enough at each meal and snack so that you're satisfied.