Diario de fludderbye, 04 jun. 14

http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/fitness/weight-loss/6-effective-ways-to-fight-late-night-cravings.html#b 1. Eat Lots of Fiber High fiber foods are low in calories, but keep you feeling full longer. Eat a diet rich in fiber to control cravings and late night hunger. Soluble fiber stabilizes blood sugar levels so that you don't wind up craving sugary treats at night, and insoluble fiber fills your stomach to reduce hunger pains. Eat a fiber rich evening meal that contains plenty of non starchy vegetables, and drink plenty of water throughout the day as well. 2. Stay Busy One reason late night cravings occur is because you're unwinding after a long day, and looking for a low stress way to occupy yourself. Take up a hobby, like knitting, reading, meditation, jigsaw puzzles or any relaxing activity that keeps your mind occupied and off snacking. Try to get out of the house for a few evenings every week; take a class or join a book club. If you're not at home and feeling bored, you'll be less likely to snack. 3. Eat Dinner Later in the Evening Most people eat dinner fairly early in the evening, at six or seven o'clock. The problem with this is that it leaves you more likely to get hungry and start having cravings late at night. Push dinner back an hour or two, and you'll find yourself ready for bed before you have a chance to start craving a snack. 4. Plan a Healthy Nighttime Snack One way to resist gorging yourself on sugary or fatty foods late at night is to plan a healthy late night snack. Bulk vegetable snacks, like carrot sticks, are high in fiber to fill you up; a high protein snack like low fat yogurt will also help you resist sugary treats like cake and cookies. Choose a snack like popcorn, that's low in fat and high in fiber, but can also be eaten slowly; you'll feel fuller with less food and you'll be able to indulge your impulse to snack for longer, without consuming too many extra calories. 5. Eat Regularly throughout the Day Eating regular, healthy meals and snacks throughout the day helps to control your blood sugar levels so you're less likely to crave sugar and fats. Base your diet on complex carbohydrates like whole grains, but make sure you eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, low fat dairy products and lean meats. Eat breakfast within 90 minutes of waking up, and have small, healthy mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks to keep your blood sugar levels stable in between meals. 6. Only Keep Healthy Foods at Home The best way to avoid eating sugary, fatty snacks is not to bring them home. If you only have healthy snacks in the house, you'll be forced to eat only healthy snacks. 

http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/fitness/weight-loss/6-effective-ways-to-fight-late-night-cravings.html#b 1. Eat Lots of Fiber High fiber foods are low in calories, but keep you feeling full longer. Eat a diet rich in fiber to control cravings and late night hunger. Soluble fiber stabilizes blood sugar levels so that you don't wind up craving sugary treats at night, and insoluble fiber fills your stomach to reduce hunger pains. Eat a fiber rich evening meal that contains plenty of non starchy vegetables, and drink plenty of water throughout the day as well. 2. Stay Busy One reason late night cravings occur is because you're unwinding after a long day, and looking for a low stress way to occupy yourself. Take up a hobby, like knitting, reading, meditation, jigsaw puzzles or any relaxing activity that keeps your mind occupied and off snacking. Try to get out of the house for a few evenings every week; take a class or join a book club. If you're not at home and feeling bored, you'll be less likely to snack. 3. Eat Dinner Later in the Evening Most people eat dinner fairly early in the evening, at six or seven o'clock. The problem with this is that it leaves you more likely to get hungry and start having cravings late at night. Push dinner back an hour or two, and you'll find yourself ready for bed before you have a chance to start craving a snack. 4. Plan a Healthy Nighttime Snack One way to resist gorging yourself on sugary or fatty foods late at night is to plan a healthy late night snack. Bulk vegetable snacks, like carrot sticks, are high in fiber to fill you up; a high protein snack like low fat yogurt will also help you resist sugary treats like cake and cookies. Choose a snack like popcorn, that's low in fat and high in fiber, but can also be eaten slowly; you'll feel fuller with less food and you'll be able to indulge your impulse to snack for longer, without consuming too many extra calories. 5. Eat Regularly throughout the Day Eating regular, healthy meals and snacks throughout the day helps to control your blood sugar levels so you're less likely to crave sugar and fats. Base your diet on complex carbohydrates like whole grains, but make sure you eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, low fat dairy products and lean meats. Eat breakfast within 90 minutes of waking up, and have small, healthy mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks to keep your blood sugar levels stable in between meals. 6. Only Keep Healthy Foods at Home The best way to avoid eating sugary, fatty snacks is not to bring them home. If you only have healthy snacks in the house, you'll be forced to eat only healthy snacks. 

Thanks i really appreciate it - Being reminded of theses things is just what i needed- i make the excuse of keeping certain foods around for the kids but need to do a cleaning out for all of us  

Night eating is usually a habit (sometimes hormones can come in to play). Go to amazon.com and check out reviews for a book called "Becks Diet Solution". It's not a diet, but a book that helps you change your habits and the way you look at food. Also, check your local library. It might help. You can also google to read some articles that might help. 

I want to thank you, too, PENSK8R! I have been battling this as well. Fludderbye, I'm glad I'm not the only one that is struggling with this! 

i swear its like it has a mind of its own- i can usually control it - but even during the past week i have been battling with eating healthy- like my body is fighting me- have the raw veg out now and munching- the crunch does help : )  

Oh I totally agree! Sometimes I'll feel like I want something but it's not what I've pre-planned. For example, right now I want popcorn or granola or something to that effect. I packed mixed fresh fruit. It's the carbs that kill me. Carbs are what I crave and are my biggest daily struggle. I was raised where there was a carb with EVERY meal, some sort of potato or pasta. That's it...I'm just going to blame my Mom! haha