15 HEALTHY SNACKS THAT WILL HELP YOU CURB YOUR HUNGER
Is it possible to find snacks that will help you curb your hunger?
What if you tried to lose weight but keep feeling pangs of hunger shortly after eating? Nothing is more disappointing than overeating when you aim to reduce food intake.
As much as snacking is highly disregarded, if you are on a strict meal plan, you can still eat some healthy snacks and stay healthy. Below are healthy snacks that will help you feel full.
- Hard-boiled eggs
Boiled eggs have proteins which keep hunger off your stomach. One boiled egg contains only 78 calories, and that is enough to give you energy until the next meal.
- Peanut butter and apple
Peanut butter curbs food cravings. It has a lot of protein, vitamin B6, Vitamin E, niacin, manganese, phosphorus, and magnesium. If you are allergic to peanut, you can use butter. A medium apple, on the other hand, has 80 calories. Apple is also rich in fiber, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins.
- Almonds
Almonds curb away hunger because they have phytochemicals, vitamins, and minerals. They also have the right amount of fat that lowers LDL cholesterol. Almonds have vitamin E which also boosts your brain health.
- Oatmeal
Oatmeal is a tasty snack especially if taken in the morning. It prevents you from feeling hungry especially after breakfast. A study was conducted to compare the effects of corn flakes and oatmeal over the feelings of hunger and fullness.
It was discovered that the overweight subjects felt more satisfied when they consumed oatmeal than when they consumed corn flakes.
- Greek Yogurt
Greek yogurt curbs pangs of hunger because it has high protein level. Greek yogurt also contains vitamin D and Calcium. When taking it, avoid flavors that have added sugar.
- Avocado
Avocado has healthy nutrients and tastes great. With its fiber, potassium, vitamin E and monounsaturated fats, it helps you to feel satisfied for a long time. You can add it to your lunch meals, and you won’t feel hungry the rest of the day.
- Lentils
Take legumes and beans because they have some nutrients that keep your stomach full. If you happen to be a vegetarian, this is the best alternative for protein. Lentils have foliate, iron, potassium and magnesium.
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- Quinoa
Quinoa also contains healthy components such as magnesium, vitamin E, potassium, fiber, and protein. It is, therefore, a satiating snack that helps you to stay full
- Green smoothie
You can make a green smoothie by blending spinach or kale with two or three fruits. Thin it with water or milk and that will be an excellent snack to keep you full.
- Popcorn
Popcorn is a whole grain that offers 70% of a daily whole grain need. It helps you feels satisfied and prevents you from eating.
- Pistachios
Research conducted by a food scientist David J Baer in 2012, found out that Pistachios contain 6% fewer calories than other foods consumed in the body. With their vitamins, protein, and fats, they help one to feel satiated for quite some time.
- Sourdough bread
Sour bread has bacteria and living yeast that gives the bread a sweet flavor. Research shows that eating breakfast that is inclusive of sour bread reduced the sugar levels by 30% compared to breakfast that was taken with regular bread
- Baked sweet potato chips
Fries are not healthy meals. However, homemade sweet potato chips have high nutritional value. They have vitamins C, E, and B2. Other essential minerals in sweet potatoes include magnesium, manganese, potassium, copper, and phosphorus.
- Green tea
Even though green tea is not food, it can keep you full and help you to avoid overeating. Green tea contains EGCG phytonutrient which keeps you satiated. It contains compounds that increase fat metabolism which enables you to eat less.
- Pine nuts
Pine nuts have natural, healthy fats just like almonds. Eating pine nuts helps your body to produce a compound called CCK that keeps your stomach full.
If you want to be healthy and fit, you need to avoid overeating. Staying healthy does not mean that you should starve. You can incorporate the above snacks into your diet to eliminate frequent pangs of hunger.
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
