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Post by Vaumer on Nov 4, 2012 3:19:40 GMT -5
Alright, I'll admit that I'm a pretty snaky person myself which causes major issues when I'm trying to eat well. Especially when there are junk foods like chips and candies in my pantry. So do you guys have any healthy snack recommendations? Or how about snaking problems you have that we can try to help solve?
Personally I've found that 'natural' flavored popcorn has been a big help, especially when I want to eat chips. It has a satisfying crunch and almost always has a bit of salt added to it for flavor. Plus it's so quick and easy to prepare.
Also, as my self control is somewhat lacking, I find that sometimes taking preventative measures is the only way to go. I try to not buy junk food in the first place and take routes home in my commute that don't pass by tempting fast-food restaurants.
So yeah, how about you guys?
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Post by DarthAvarous on Nov 4, 2012 8:28:02 GMT -5
What I do is exactly what you said. I do not keep junk food in the house so the temptation is not even there. If I really, really want something I will get it. This is called creating a micro-environment of health.
I use an air popper for my popcorn to cut most of the calories. A quick spray of canola oil and then salt the popcorn for a lighter snack. Also, this is way cheaper than buying bags of microwave popcorn.
Some other healthy snacks I eat are hummus, Mary's Gone Crackers (Favorite cracker ever!), almonds, fresh salsa, and apples.
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Post by sarah on Nov 4, 2012 12:47:01 GMT -5
I'm usually good at eating healthy snacks like hummus, veggies & fruit, cottage cheese and fruit, or cheese in portions like Cheese Strings or Babybel. If I keep myself full on these then I usually don't have cravings.
But I just LOVE sugar, which is bad, because I have diabetes in my family. About once a week I might get a sugar craving. If a diet coke doesn't do it, then I have these chocolate Jello Mousse Cups that are 60 calories and pretty satisfying. I also like Special K Cracker Chips for salty cravings.
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Post by krucello on Nov 4, 2012 13:15:09 GMT -5
When I try to snack healthy I either eat some pears peaches or make ants on a log, hope that helps
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Post by Derpy Hooves on Nov 4, 2012 13:43:17 GMT -5
I'm trying to eat healthy. My problem is fast food. I always crave it, and sometimes my dad brings it home for me. So how am I suppose to lose weight if dad keeps bringing fast food home? I know fast food is bad for me and I try not to eat it so much, but I think it'll be my downfall. Any suggestions on how to kick the habbit?
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Post by madbrony on Nov 4, 2012 13:52:13 GMT -5
My Snacks are walnuts or almonds for good fat or I eat rice cakes. Sometimes i want some candy then i eat gummi bears but not to much .
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Post by Apple Bloom on Nov 4, 2012 14:13:55 GMT -5
The best way that I've found to eat healthy, is to set a goal for when I CAN eat junk stuff. My goal right now is only on Saturdays. It helps to have a goal to work towards. But sometimes its really hard... :/
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Post by dexterino on Nov 4, 2012 19:03:03 GMT -5
Protein bars in between meals to stave off the hunger.
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Post by naahdude on Nov 4, 2012 19:09:16 GMT -5
Apples and carrots and almonds and berries and apples and carrots and almonds and berries and
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Post by rainbowdash on Nov 4, 2012 19:37:31 GMT -5
The best way that I've found to eat healthy, is to set a goal for when I CAN eat junk stuff. My goal right now is only on Saturdays. It helps to have a goal to work towards. But sometimes its really hard... :/ I do this same thing, it works great for me. I only snack if I've burned off a lot of calories in a day. I also try not to keep snacks in my house like previous posters said. If I do snack during the day, I track it and try to burn more calories during my workout in order to counterbalance the snacking. For example, if I have a Mountain Dew during the day I have to hit the treadmill and elliptical hard that night.
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Post by Cipher on Nov 4, 2012 20:51:44 GMT -5
I have awful snack cravings, as my schedule is always busy (Between work and school). I will find myself pretty much eating anything, even if I have to eat it while driving.
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Post by xxspartan752xx on Nov 4, 2012 21:24:12 GMT -5
I tend to eat grapes whenever i crave something, they're sweet and come in good quantity, same with apples! Always buy a big bag of delicious red apples!
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Post by rainbowshy on Nov 4, 2012 22:12:00 GMT -5
I keep a can of mixed nuts in my locker at work so when I get hungry (usually mid morning and afternoon) - I just eat a handful. The protein and good fats will help that hunger subside until your next meal. I also don't keep any change or dollar bills at work which keeps me away from the junk-filled vending machines.
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Post by nydearb on Nov 4, 2012 22:34:10 GMT -5
I eat fruits, salads, and almonds. No natural junk food for me, cause it is still junk food. I've always wanted to try hummus, how does it taste like? Is it spicy?
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Post by alesand on Nov 4, 2012 23:02:04 GMT -5
Besides the healthy snacks that were mentioned, for every unhealthy bit of food one eats they must exercise and sweat the amount equal to the proportion of fat gained from said snack.
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