HUNGRY? Got The Munchies?

S mart snacking has a positive effect. Snacking helps to ensure blood sugar doesn’t drop too low, so you don’t feel too low or hungry. The reduction in calories is linked to weight loss. Many times, we feel small pangs of hunger and want to binge on healthy snacks especially when on diet. But we end up having junk or processed packed foods. This is the reason you end up gaining weight even after a workout. Dietitian, Physiotherapist and Certified Diabetes Educator, Dr Archana Batra helps you binge without breaking your calorie bank!
• Orange- Sometimes, the simpler the snack, the better are results. Oranges are great snack options because they are highly rich in antioxidants, fiber, vitamins such as vitamin c, vitamin A and other nutrients that help to boost your immunity, keeps you hydrated, protects cells from damage, beneficial for skin etc.
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• A handful of almonds- Nuts such as almonds are a great source of plant proteins and vitamin E. Vitamin E in protein has important antioxidant properties that will support your overall health while ensuring that you are full.
• Popcorn- You are trying to reduce your cravings not to put yourself into a food coma. That’s where popcorn comes to the rescue. This salty crisp snack is low in calories. A whole-grain snack that will stick much longer than a cookie or a bowl of ice cream.
• Baby Carrot with one tablespoon Dip- 8 raw baby carrots have just 42 calories and offer a great source of nutrients for eye health. Carrots are rich in fibre that helps to keep you full for a long time.
• Oats- Oats can be a great addition to your diet for weight loss. They are not only low in calories but they are also high in fibre and protein that keeps you full. 1/2 cup (40g) of dry oats only contains 148 calories but packs 3.8 g of fibre and 5.5 g of protein– both of which can have a major effect on appetite and hunger. Fibre and protein-rich oats work to increase feelings of fullness reduce hunger and enhance appetite control.
• 2 tablespoon of Hummus- Hummus is a good source of protein and vegetables have fibre which makes this a satisfying snack. They are also rich in tahini and lysine that are rich sources of amino acids methionine. Basically, it keeps you full which means no more tossing with the rumbling tummy. It is a nice snack.
• Whole Grain crackers and peanut butter- A wholegrain cracker along with peanut butter is undoubtedly a delicious snack that you can eat without being alarmed about extra weight gain. Plus, peanut butter is rich in fibre and vitamin E.
• Banana almond milk smoothie- 1/2 a frozen banana mixed with a cup of unsweetened milk and ice contains just about 80 calories. Bananas are free of fat and very rich in potassium that helps to reduce your weight very fast. Almond milk is low in calories and has a lot of calcium, so these two are the best low-calorie snacks for your hunger.
Conclusion
Eating these foods under 100 calories helps in maintaining your diet and yes, weight loss too. But many times, you feel small hunger, then have a glass of water till your stomach is full. Drinking water can make you feel full for a short period of time. Also, you can have black coffee as it is a 0 calorie drink and helps to postpone your hunger. Try to be punctual with your diet and sleep. Sleeping late at night makes you feel hungry at midnight resulting in intake of more calories. Now you don’t need to binge on unhealthy processed snacks.