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Posted on: 11/06/2008
Question
I come home from theater rehearsals starved. I eat a dinner before I go and then the leftovers before bed. I'm gaining weight. What is a good after 9 p.m. snack?
Answer
If you really are hungry and need a late-night snack, avoid fattening snack foods like chips, candy, cookies and other empty-calorie foods. Instead, choose healthy snacks, like:
- An apple and two tablespoons of peanut butter: This combination satisfies your sweet and salty cravings, and gives you healthy protein and carbohydrates. Or an apple with low fat string cheese.
- A few whole wheat crackers paired with low-fat string cheese (whole wheat food items contain more fiber, which can make you feel fuller quicker and longer).
- Cottage cheese
- Yogurt and fruit: Try adding some berries to plain, low-fat yogurt for a satisfying treat.
- Low-fat milk: If you're just a little bit hungry, a nice glass of low-fat milk can fill you up without a calorie overload.
Answered By:
Tanya Waltimyer, RN, BSN, CDE
Tanya Waltimyer, RN, BSN, CDE