- Unsalted and baked wafers are a great snack to keep you occupied while feeding into your craving for something to munch on. A little crunch goes a long way. Stay away from salted foods that are high in sodium content, and your previously bloated self will thank you. We get that salt is just a necessary additive in chips, so you can substitute it with a sour cream dip or a salt-free salsa.
- Almonds provide nutritious value while quite quickly getting rid of the dreaded hunger pangs. To help you not go overboard with the number of almonds you consume, look into portioning methods, and avoid salted or flavoured almonds altogether.
- Ice cream may feel great but are the after-effects it has on your skin and gut really worth it? Substitute your ice cream cravings for some strawberries and cream instead. Frozen strawberries, vanilla extract, a bit of a natural sweetener, and non-dairy blended together will give you the same comfort that ice cream does, sans the bloat.
- Berries mixed with Greek yogurt, if you are not sensitive to dairy products, or non-dairy cream is a great way to alleviate nighttime cravings. You can mix and match certain berries and make a little berry bowl for yourself as well.
- Who doesn’t love some munching on popcorn while watching your favourite nighttime tele special? The best part about popcorn is that it gets rid of your hunger without consuming a significant amount of calories. Helps that it tastes excellent as well.
- A mix of dried fruits like raisins, apricots, cranberries is both nutritious and filling. You can also try out some dried apple chips with a bit of cinnamon sprinkled on for a dessert-like snack.
- If you are looking at increasing your protein intake and opting for a more fulfilling meal, two hard-boiled eggs are a good option. Season with a bit of pepper, and pair it with a few multi-grain crackers to add a bit of crunch.
- Oatmeal in the form of hot cereal with non-dairy or dairy milk and a few dried fruits and nuts is a great comfort food. Aside from providing nutritional benefits, it’s the perfect pick to calm your cravings.
- Kale is a severely underrated green, with calcium, potassium, magnesium and a world of vitamins and minerals. In its crispy form, it tastes great as a snack paired with a yogurt dip.
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