Guest guest Posted March 28, 2004 Report Share Posted March 28, 2004 Win the Snack Attack: 17 Healthy Snacks to Keep You Trim (FeatureSource) Rummaging through the cupboard in search of a healthy snack? Don’t let nighttime nibbles add extra pounds. Instead, curb cravings with munchies guaranteed to satisfy hunger and keep you slim. “Eating for optimal weight and health doesn’t have to be a difficult task,” says weight loss guru Carson Burke, author of “Thin Lies Within: 6 Universal Principles of Weight Loss and Well Being” (1st Books Library, $22.95, www.thinlieswithin.com.). “You just need to learn which foods are nutritional powerhouses and which are nutritionally bankrupt.” A nationally recognized weight management and lifestyle consultant, Carson Burke’s unique strategies for losing weight and staying fit have helped hundreds of clients reach and maintain their weight-loss goals. Unlike other weight-loss consultants, Burke explores the physical, mental and spiritual motives that drive overeating, inactivity and the powerlessness to change. Her innovative holistic approach provides a fresh, effective and comprehensive plan for losing weight and improving life. In her practice, Burke sees many clients struggle with snacking. When zapped with the snack attack, Burke says to stop and determine if your body is really in need of food and energy. Ask yourself two questions: “Am I really hungry?” and “Why do I want to eat right now?” If you really are hungry, avoid the temptation to indulge in “bad” snacks (like candy bars, chips or doughnuts). Keep the refrigerator stocked with fresh fruits and veggies, and fill the pantry with rice and grains. “Cook large bags of frozen vegetables and bake extra white and sweet potatoes,” says Burke. “Keep canned beans on hand to utilize as a quick, great source of protein.” Here Burke shares 17 of her favorite snacks, all guaranteed to curb your cravings without adding extra pounds. Stock them at home, and when possible, at work. Organic Whole-wheat pretzels Brown rice cake topped with organic nonfat cottage cheese and chopped vegetables Fresh organic Fruit Low-fat or baked non-gmo corn chips with guacamole/salsa/organic bean dip A small handful of non-gmo soy nuts Plain Low-fat organic yogurt topped with berries Organic whole grain crackers topped with hummus Whole-grain organic muffin topped with apple butter Fruit salad topped with organic nonfat yogurt and chopped walnuts Organic popcorn Whole-wheat pita bread, toasted and spread with hummus Organic whole grain bran muffins Celery sticks stuffed with non-hydrogenated nut butter or hummus and topped with dried fruit Organic Baked sweet potato topped with nonfat cottage cheese Organic Whole-grain cereal with non-gmo soymilk and fresh fruit Carson says our bodies are designed for frequent refueling in order to keep hormone levels steady and to maximize mental and physical energy. Eating light, nourishing meals interspersed with healthy snacks to keep hunger at bay can help prevent you from indulging in uncontrollable eating at a later time. See Also: How Appetite Works The Most Under-Rated Aspect of Weight Loss Few people realize at first just how essential water is to the success of their weight-loss program. You Are What You Eat Our general state of health is partially driven by the types of foods we consume. http://holisticonline.com/Remedies/weight/weight_win-the-snack-attack.htm _________________ JoAnn Guest mrsjoguest DietaryTipsForHBP http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest The complete " Whole Body " Health line consists of the " AIM GARDEN TRIO " Ask About Health Professional Support Series: AIM Barleygreen " Wisdom of the Past, Food of the Future " http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest/AIM.html PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER We have made every effort to ensure that the information included in these pages is accurate. However, we make no guarantees nor can we assume any responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, product, or process discussed. Finance Tax Center - File online. File on time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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