
Constant cravings are one of the aspects that make sticking to a diet extremely challenging. Finding healthy substitutes that won't damage our daily calorie balance is crucial if you wish to avoid diet slip-ups along with all the guilt associated with them, so experiment with some of the options below when temptation strikes.
Getting a leaner figure requires certain sacrifices and
sometimes giving up or greatly reducing our favorite foods is a
somewhat mandatory choice. The mere thought of not being able to
eat what we want whenever we want can trigger surprisingly intense
cravings that can be hard to avoid. Planning ahead and thinking of
ways to avoid or solve sticky situations is essential for the
success of any weight loss plan, since it can save
you from having to do damage control.
Although we might have become accustomed to see food cravings as the
enemy, they can be valuable clues our body uses to signal possible
deficiencies. Understanding the triggers and choosing delicious,
low calorie snacks for our
needs can be a much better alternative than simply trying to resist
every temptation that crosses our path. The following snack
alternatives can help you satisfy your cravings in a healthier
way:
Rice Pudding
If you are looking for a classic sweet treat that won't throw your
calorie allowance off balance, rice pudding can be a great
alternative. The fact that there is even a diet named after this
popular dessert is a great indication that this can be a good
alternative for satisfying your sweet cravings. If you wish to keep
the calorie content low, you can limit the portion size and use low
calorie sweeteners, but this filling dessert is a great option even
without substantial changes.
Frozen yogurt
Creamy desserts are synonym with high-calorie, so making sure that
you find a high substitute is more than recommendable. Frozen
yogurt is a great substitute for ice cream, and can work especially
well if you like fruit ice creams. You can add fruit juice or a dab
of honey to make it more palatable.
String Cheese
For some, cheese is the miracle ingredient that makes virtually
everything taste better, but also one of the things that adds lots
of calories to many dishes. Still, you don't have to swear off it
completely, just to be more mindful about what you choose. String
cheese or cottage cheese can be great alternatives for getting the
flavor you crave without massive amounts of calories.
Roasted pumpkin seeds
Although salt cravings are very common, sometimes the texture is
one of the aspects that we miss the most. If you are trying to cut
back on highly processed salty treats, pumpkin seeds can be an
alternative that will not only give you the experience you crave,
but also a myriad of nutrients such as iron, magnesium and protein.
Add these crunchy nutrient-filled snacks to your diet for an easy
and healthy crunchy treat alternative.
Fruits
You heard it a million times before, but this doesn't mean that
this suggestion is any less valuable. Fruits are nature's own 100
calorie packs and they are filled with antioxidants, important
photochemical and a myriad of vitamins and minerals you need in
your diet. Choose variety to ensure that you don't miss out on any
crucial nutrients and to avoid boredom.
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