Hunger seems to be constantly with us when we diet. This is because we are focusing on food and the lack of it. Normally we eat what we like and when we like. It’s our comfort without knowing it. We take it away or limit ourselves and we crave for it. We fixate on the next meal or snack. Taste buds start craving flavour and the mouth wants texture. You are in the ‘cold turkey’ zone. Food is good for you. The body needs good quality, wholesome food. So let’s look at a diet differently, eat and don’t deprive yourself of food but just make the right choices.
You are hungry. Some experts say have a glass of water to fill you up, this has the reverse effect in my mind. When you flush the loo it becomes empty!! Same with your stomach. You are flushing it out. You need something that has chewability, flavour, small but heavy. Something that will see your through to a meal or a snack before bed. Never go to bed hungry!
Tip: Of course, when selecting a snack on a diet be sensible, don’t reach out for your old favourites but use this diet time to re-educate yourself and your mouth. Never underestimate the power of the mouth. I believe the snack should be quite boring but filling. My ‘go-to’ snack choice would be two Jacobs plain crackers and no added sugar peanut butter smeared on top. We are looking at about 150 calories. Nutritionally it’s ok. It’s quite dry and will need lots of chewing and over time reduce two to one. Add a cup of coffee (not a latte) or a tea and this will help swell the food in your tummy. Real food for real hunger.
Need a little support to help you through your hunger moments? Then get in touch with me.