In general, my time-to-eat clock shuts down for duty around 9 P.M. But not always! Last night, I'm pretty sure I logged as much time pondering the contents of the fridge as I did working (which was the reason I was up and snack-ish in the first place).
But some snacks are better for nighttime eating than others. Leftover pizza? Ice cream? Delish—but not exactly the best for your belly just before you go to sleep. Generally, you want to stick with a snack around 200 calories (anything more than that starts to tread into actual meal territory), with bonus points if they're not empty—nutrients are as important pre-bedtime as they are the rest of the day.
And—interestingly!—there may be some benefits to eating a snack before bed. Some studies have shown that it could help keep you from overeating the next morning and maybe even give your metabolism a nighttime boost.
Strawberry shake. Not made with ice cream, but with kefir. Just blend it with strawberries and maybe a smidgen of honey for something sweet enough to stop cravings and gentle on your stomach.
Popcorn. As long as you don't coat it with butter, popcorn is a totally reasonable snack. Pop it on the stove (which can save you calories and omit the artificial flavorings from store-bought bags).
A sundae. Again, no ice cream here—instead, we're talking Greek yogurt topped with chopped fresh fruit. It's a great choice because it's filled with calcium and protein, and the fruit will add some fiber and vitamins.
Whole-grain crackers. Stone-ground sesame seed crackers, like Ak-Mak, or multigrain Wasa crackers are high in fiber. Dip a few in hummus, spread with some cheese, or top with low-fat slices of turkey .
Smashed avocado on toast. The complex carbs can help the production of melatonin (to help you sleep), and the protein-filled avocado also has a nice helping of healthy fats.
Are you a bedtime snacker? What do you eat when you're feeling hungry at night? Let me know in the comments bellow!
Credit: Glamour
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