Add fiber, protein and some fats to your snacks to help fend off weight
Sugar isn't just empty calories-the consequence of indulging goes deeper than that. Consuming sweets spikes your insuin levels, which may cause you to store excess fat. "Weight gain as a result of eating sweets has little to with calories-it has to do with the insulin surge that puts your body into fat-storage mode.
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A body is not a bank account. It's a chemistry lab.
Tips:
Instead of dried fruit... try trail mix.
Dried fruit is often packed with sugar, and it's stripped of hunger-fighting fiber during the dehydration process. Not only does dried fruit contain fewer nutrients than fresh fruit, but it also can make your bellly bloat.
Instead of a milk chocolate bar... try a piece of dark chocolate
Instead of a payday...try natural, unprocessed nut butters.
Reach for natural peanut butter and celery sticks the next time you're craving a salty'sweet combo.
Celery is composed mostly of fiber, water and nutrients. It gives peanut butter added volume and crunch.
If celery isn't your thing, opt for a few apple slices.
