10 motivational tips to help you keep your diet on course and avoid being tempted by high fat, high calorie foods.
10 motivational tips to help you keep your diet on course and avoid being tempted by high fat, high calorie foods.
Chose wisely
Chose your snacks carefully. Breadsticks are a great choice but watch out for those dips.
Drink a glass of water
If you haven’t got time to eat and want to resist snacks totally then drink a glass of water to help fill your stomach and keep your hunger at bay.
Sugar free gum
Chewing gum tends to stop you from nibbling bits of food while you’re cooking.
Stock up on dried fruits
Dried fruits are low in fat and high in fibre. A good handful also counts as one of your fruit servings for the day.
Out of sight, out of mind
Keep temptation at bay when you’re at home. Don’t stock up on high fat snacks such as nuts, crisps or mince pies if you can help it.
Watch the alcohol
Although alcohol contains no fat, a small glass of wine can set you back 132 calories. To keep the calorie count down, try alternating wine with mineral water.
Be ruthless
Don’t leave bowls of unfinished snacks lying around, chuck them out as soon as your guests/family have finished.
Make your own
If you love dips and can’t bear to eat breadsticks naked, why not make your own low fat dips? A great option is a chilli bean dip.
Don’t waste calories
If you really want something then have it. But save your calories for the things you really want and don’t just eat things because they are there.