That’s why I’ve compiled a bunch of delicious recipes and neatly organized them for you into these posts: 200 Calorie Meals, 300 Calorie Meals and now you have some fresh 400 calorie meal ideas!

Not only do these recipes save you from having to count calories, but if you’ve created a sample meal plan that you follow everyday (Learn more about creating a meal plan in our How To Start Losing Weight article) then you can just swap out these recipes below from day to day to add variety and still stay within your caloric goal for the day!

So, here’s a list of 400 calories or less meal ideas (between 301 and 400 calories) to help you reach your weight loss goals!

You may also want to check out:

• 200 Calorie Meals
• 300 Calorie Meals
• Low Calorie Salads
• Low Calorie Quick Meals (15 min. or less)
• 400 Calorie Fix Diet Solution

400 Calorie Meals (Or Less):

Breakfast

• Almond Joyous: 338 calories. This smoothie makes a healthy and delicious way to start your morning!  High in protein and fiber.
• Peanut Butter Wafflewich: 307 calories. Fill up with this breakfast time favorite!  Full of good fats, protein and whole grains.
• Stuffed French Toast: 340 calories. A healthier version of this popular breakfast meal.
• 3 Big Train Low calorie Pancakes, 1 glass of orange juice and 2 tbsp syrup: 305 calories. Lower calorie alternative to a breakfast that many grew up on!
• 2 scrambled eggs, 1 slice multi-grain toast and 1 glass skim milk: 350 calories. This classic breakfast is high in protein and whole grains.  Use egg whites to save more calories.

Get more breakfast ideas in our low calorie breakfast foods and low calorie breakfast recipes section.

Lunch and Dinners

• Garden Pasta Chicken Salad: 345 calories.  205 calories for the pasta and add a 3oz chicken breast (140 calories) to your serving for a delicious and complete meal!
• Italian Vegetable Hoagies with an orange: 326 calories.  Delicious vegetarian meal with sweet balsamic vinegar, artichoke hearts, red onion, provolone cheese and zesty pepperoncini. The hoagie by itself is 264 calories and the orange is 62 calories.
• Salmon Salad with Goat Cheese and Oranges: 374 calories.  A delicious low calorie salad with a tropical twist! Great source of protein, fiber and omega 3′s!
• Salmon Wheels: 342 calories. Full of good fats and protein!  Also makes a good finger food for parties.
• Grilled Chicken Sandwich with 1 sliced apple:  350 calories. Use 2 slices of multi grain bread and add a 3 oz.grilled chicken breast plus lettuce and tomato.
• Turkey And Sweet Potato Wrap: 330 calories. Delicious and unique wrap!  Perfect for holiday leftovers.

Get more lunch and dinner ideas in our low calorie recipe section!

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400 Calories Or Less Meal Ideas

In light of the recent controversy involving Atlanta-based fast food chain Chick-Fil-A and Vermont artist Bo Miller-Moore over the “Eat Mor Chikin” slogan (Miller-Moore’s t-shirts advise us to “Eat More Kale,” not more chicken), now is as good a time as ever to review why eating more green, leafy vegetables is better for us than eating fried chicken. Or fried anything, for that matter.

So here are four great reasons to put more kale on your plate. You’ll be glad that you took the “kale plunge.” You may even start feeling a little healthier, too.

1. It’s a “superfood.”

Keeping in mind that the term “superfood” has no legal definition and that it gets tossed around somewhat arbitrarily, know that if there’s any food on earth we can legitimately call “super,” kale is that food.

Why? Because it’s chock full of just about everything that’s good for you. Vitamins A, K, and C, beta-carotene, magnesium, calcium, and the list goes on. They’re all in kale, and all occur in high quantities.

Kale is also a fantastic source of fiber. Eating more fiber helps reduce cholesterol and control blood sugar levels. If you need more fiber in your diet, a serving of kale every day is a great way to get it.

2. It’s low-calorie.

When it comes down to it, kale is just a leaf – like salad greens. But even compared to other nutritious leaves, it packs an enormous nutritional punch with only a small number of calories per serving.

Consider this: For about a quarter of the calories in a serving of cow’s milk, kale gives you the same amount of calcium. How’s that for getting a lot of bang for your bite?

And when was the last time you met anyone who blamed being overweight on having eaten too much kale?

3. There are many ways to cook it.

You can do just about anything with kale.

Steam it, boil it, or put it in the oven and bake it to make kale chips! The sky is the limit with this stuff, and there’s no way to make it that doesn’t taste downright delicious.

If you’re looking to maximize kale’s nutritional benefits, eat it raw! Simply tear up the leaves and mix them with a salad. You can also blend them together with fruit.

Sure, eating raw kale may not be traditional, but it’s starting to catch on. Once you try it, you’re sure to see why.

4. You can grow it yourself.

In most parts of the United States, kale appears in the fall and winter months. In many locales, you can grow it more frequently, so get to know your growing season.

If you’re looking to turn your summer garden into more of a year-round one, kale is a great place to start. It’s a tough, hardy leaf that can handle low temperatures.

Rumor has it that kale tastes even sweeter after a frost. Why not try it and see?

Adam Green is a freelance writer and habitual kale eater. He wrote this article on behalf of Full Circle, an organic produce delivery service in Washington state.

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4 Great Reasons To Eat More Kale

I actually would like to know where or how to start? i am a 33 year old mother of two with a full time job and everyday i wake up and think where do i start? im always taking care of everyone but myself, i need a simple start…and what i mean is what to cook or how to start some exercise routine. anyway you can help i would appreciate a little guidance.

First of all, thanks for the question! This is actually a very popular question and is one of the main roadblocks that prevents people from ever taking action.

I want to start out by saying that it’s a good idea to first download the free low calorie diet plan!  It’s available over on our Facebook page  (If you already “like” Low-CalorieDiet.com on Facebook then click the “Free Stuff” tab to access the low calorie diet plan).

As simple as the plan may be to help people lose weight, I understand that it can still be hard to figure out where to start!  There’s a lot of information and it can feel overwhelming.  So, I want to quickly share my reply to the reader who asked the above question and add a little to it.  Check it out:

That’s a very good question!  And I actually am in a similar situation myself – similar age with 3 kids.

 

What I have found to work the best is to plan ahead.  I know what I’m eating tomorrow before it even comes.  I actually have a meal chart that I made that I have hanging in my kitchen.  You can see a similar meal chart here:  Sample Low Calorie Meal Plan

 

It only took about a half hour to put together.  Now, I don’t eat exactly the same thing everyday, but I stick pretty closely to my chart (swapping out different foods here and there, but keeping portion sizes the same) to make sure that I’m eating roughly the same amount of calories daily.  It’s a great way to control my calorie intake without having to count every calorie I eat.

 

There’s a ton of low calorie recipes to choose from on the site and since it sounds like your pressed for time,browse through the low calorie foods section for some prepackaged low calorie options.

 

Another tip I use is every time I cook a healthy dinner at night, I portion out some for my lunch the next day.  I don’t have a ton of time to cook, so when I do cook I try to make a couple meals out of it.

 

As far as exercise goes, I personally get up early before my kids get up and squeeze in a half hour workout in my basement.  I know that’s not feasible for a lot of people, so just remember to try and move more each day.  Buy a cheap pedometer and aim to walk around 10,000 steps per day.  If you do a lot of work around the house or walk around a lot at work then those steps will add up pretty quickly.

I really recommend that you incorporate some sort of cardio as well as resistance exercise program into your routine not only for weight loss purposes, but for your overall health!  I understand it can be hard to find time which is why I created these 15 Minute Workout Ideas.  There are more articles right here on this blog over in our Fitness section to help get you moving!

So, if you don’t know where to start then grab the free low calorie diet plan and start making the small changes as described above to your daily routine and the weight will come off!

If you are still struggling to start off on the right foot then leave a comment below or contact me and we’ll get you started!

Also, if you have a simple tip to help others get started you can leave it in the comments below!  We would love to hear from you!

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Help! I Don’t Know Where Or How To Start Losing Weight!

Unfortunately, for those waiting till the new year to finally get in shape, history is not on your side.

In fact, if people stuck to their weight loss resolutions obesity wouldn’t be on the rise, 95% of dieters wouldn’t regain their weight back and weight related diseases wouldn’t be overtaking smoking as the nations #1 killer!

So, this year we’re going to forget about new years resolutions, diets and/or drastic weight changes!

Instead, we are going to focus on what really matters!

Creating a healthy lifestyle!

You can still set goals!  Still measure results!  And hold yourself accountable!

But, we’re not going to focus on boring diets.

Nope, we’re going to create healthy habits for permanent weight loss!

And remember, you don’t have to quickly lose weight to be successful.  If you lose only a 1/2 pound a week, by this time next year you will be 26 pounds lighter!

So, how does one create a healthy lifestyle exactly?

This site is filled with information to help you create a healthy lifestyle!  But, I understand that with the hundreds of articles on this site it can be a little overwhelming.  So, here are a few quick resources to help you get started on the right foot this year!

Setting SMART Goals For Weight Loss

How To Make Healthy Habits Stick, Permanently!

7 Habits For Successful Weight Loss

These articles will give you a great start to your new year!  If you want a more complete plan, all bundled for you in an easy-to-understand package that you can download instantly, then check out The Simple, Proven Plan for Weight Loss & Control!  This no-frills, cut-to-the-chase guide will help you learn everything there is to know about creating a healthy lifestyle and not just some temporary diet plan. Plus, it comes with 3 FREE bonuses!  Check it out now!

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This Years Resolution? No More Resolutions!

Unfortunately, over the last decade or so popcorn lovers haven’t had a reason to rejoice.

The microwaveable popcorn industry was hit hard when it was revealed that a popular butter-flavoring agent called diacetyl caused lung damage.  Basically, the fumes given off from the popcorn after cooking, over-time, could cause ailment.

More recently, chemicals known as PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid), found in the lining of popcorn bags has been linked to infertility according to a study done at UCLA.

Oh, and don’t even get me started on the calories and fat in movie theater popcorn!

Now, even though food producers have finally wised up and removed these dangerous chemicals from their bags, you may still want to avoid any unforeseen health dangers by staying away from microwaveable popcorn!

But, there’s still good news for you popcorn lovers out there!

There are healthy ways to prepare your favorite treat!  Not only that, there are many health reasons as to why you want to consume popcorn, as well.

First of all, a study conducted at the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania found that popcorn contains large amounts of polyphenol, an antioxidant believed to lower the risk of cancer as well as other diseases.

Plus, popcorn is low in calories and high in fiber, which makes it a perfect snack for those looking to lose or maintain their weight.

Healthy Popcorn

If your still a little leery of preparing microwaveable popcorn you can rest easy as there are still other ways to pop your favorite treat.  Here’s a simple recipe for popping some of the healthiest popcorn around!

• Cover the bottom of a medium to large-sized pot with a thin coat of extra-virgin olive oil.
• Add all natural kernels, like Paragon Popcorn, and swirl the pot around in a circular motion to coat the kernels with olive oil.
• Place lid on pot and turn heat to medium.
• As the frequency of popping starts to lessen remove the pot from heat.  Be sure to keep the lid on to allow the last remaining kernels to pop.
• Transfer popcorn to a large bowl or bag and lightly spray with olive oil and season with either pepper, cayenne pepper, lemon zest or lightly sprinkle with salt.  And don’t be afraid to get a little creative!  One of my favorite popcorn treats is to lightly spray with olive oil and sprinkle with cinnamon and stevia and shake.

Calories in popcorn

1 cup of air-popped popcorn = 31 calories

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Healthy Low Calorie Popcorn? Yes, It Exists!

This site wouldn’t be where it is without you!

There are a lot of great things planned for 2012 that will really help you reach your goals, so make you sure you’re following us on Facebook, Twitter or by RSS.

And if you haven’t yet, be sure to download the Simple, Proven Plan For Weight Loss & Control!  We have surpassed 10,000 downloads of this FREE eBook!!  So don’t miss out!

So, as promised, here’s a look back at the best and most popular posts of 2011!

38 Delicious Low Calorie Meals And Snacks
The most popular post on this site with over 200,000 views in the last 3 months.

How many calories per day should I eat to lose weight?
An answer to the most important question a dieter faces.

200 Calories Or Less Meal Ideas
A list of delicious and lower calorie meal ideas.

Low Calorie Beer Comparison
A list of low calorie beers and their total calorie counts.

Delicious & Guilt Free Low Calorie Alcoholic Drink Recipes
These low calorie alcoholic recipes will allow you to have a few without the guilt!

10 Delicious Low Calorie Salad Ideas
10 low calorie salad ideas that are as light as they are delicious!

300 Calories Or Less Meal Ideas
These low calorie dishes will allow you to eat frequently without consuming a large amount of calories per day.

Low-Calorie Food That Fills
Fill up on these low calorie foods so you can feel full without all the calories!

How To Lose The Muffin Top
That unsightly layer of fat that hangs over the top of jeans?  Ya, this article helps you get rid of that.

Exercises To Lose Belly Fat Fast
The most sought after physical attribute is a six pack.  And this is exactly how you get it!

Resource Section

We added a new resource section over in the sidebar this year.  This was to gather like articles and neatly organize them all on one page.  These resources answer common questions I get submitted, so when you get a second check them out!

Low Calorie Recipes

We revamped the Low Calorie Recipe section to make it easier to find your favorite recipes.  And, of course, we will be continually adding to this section to make it more robust, so check back often.

We’re on Google +

If Google + is your thing, then be sure to check us out there and add us to your circle!  It’s a good way to stay up-to-date with the latest articles and to interact!

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The Best Of 2011

But, do you know how many calories you should eat a day?

If not, don’t worry, you’re not alone.  Studies show that nearly 9 out of 10 people have no idea how many calories they require.

And, the answer isn’t always so simple.

How Many Calories Should I Eat?

The amount of calories you need every day really depends on your goals, age, activity levels, gender and so on.

The USDA Dietary Guidelines For Americans has devised a chart that estimates the amount of calories needed to maintain energy balance for various gender and age groups at three different levels of physical activity.

The estimates are rounded to the nearest 200 calories and were determined using the Institute of Medicine equation, described below.

Things of note:

1. These levels are based on Estimated Energy Requirements (EER) from the Institute of Medicine Dietary Reference Intakes macronutrients report, 2002, calculated by gender, age, and activity level for reference-sized individuals. “Reference size,” as determined by IOM, is based on median height and weight for ages up to age 18 years of age and median height and weight for that height to give a BMI of 21.5 for adult females and 22.5 for adult males.

2. Sedentary means a lifestyle that includes only the light physical activity associated with typical day-to-day life.

3. Moderately active means a lifestyle that includes physical activity equivalent to walking about 1.5 to 3 miles per day at 3 to 4 miles per hour, in addition to the light physical activity associated with typical day-to-day life

4. Active means a lifestyle that includes physical activity equivalent to walking more than 3 miles per day at 3 to 4 miles per hour, in addition to the light physical activity associated with typical day-to-day life.

Of course these are just estimates and your daily needs will most likely vary depending on your goals.

The Bottom Line

You could ask ten different professionals and get ten different answers to how many calories you should be eating.

But, what it comes down to is your goals!

You can use the estimates in the chart above as a starting point.  After a month or so of eating that amount of calories per day are you happy with the results?  Has your weight stabilized, but you still want to lose a few pounds?  Then check out our guide on how many calories to lose weight you should consume.

Just keep in mind that for optimal health you will want to keep your BMI within a healthy range of 18.5 to 25.  If you’re unsure what your BMI is then use this BMI calculator and adjust your calories until your body weight falls into the healthy range.

Seriously Though, Who Wants To Constantly Count Calories?!

Counting calories is a proven way to lose weight, but who has the time or desire to count every calorie they consume for the rest of their lives?

In fact, this is the single biggest complaint of following a calorie controlled diet plan.

Luckily, you don’t have to count every calorie you consume!  By simply adopting a few simple healthy habits, like following a meal plan, eating a lean protein at every meal, drinking more water and more you can effectively reduce the amount of calories you consume, without tediously counting each and every one.  Check out these 7 Habits For Successful Weight Loss that will help you control your caloric intake.

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How Many Calories Should I Eat?

By enjoying low calorie filling foods, that’s how!

OK, sounds simple, but what exactly are these low calorie foods that fill you up, keep you feeling full but don’t pile on the calories at the end of the day?

Let’s take a look at these types of foods and some specific examples to help you lose weight without feeling like you’re dieting.

Low Calorie Filling Foods

Broth-Based Soup

Low calorie, broth-based soups like Amy’s Organic Fat Free Chunky Vegetable Soup helps fill you up without all the calories (only 60 calories in Amy’s Vegetable soup)!  These soups are rich in water which will add weight and volume without adding calories. Just stay away from cream-based soups which are more calorie dense.  Check out our low calorie soup page for more ideas!

Fibrous Grains

Certain grains like 100% multi-grain bread, oatmeal and even air-popped popcorn are high in fiber and low in calories.  The fiber, along with the many other health benefits, keeps you feeling fuller longer by slowing gastric emptying and keeping foods in your stomach longer. Check out or low calorie foods page for more ideas!

Beans & Legumes

Like the fibrous grains mentioned above, lentils, black beans and lima beans are low in calories and high in fiber.  Plus, they mix well in many popular dishes like casseroles, soups and chili’s!

Fruits

Raspberries, strawberries and apples, for example, are a great source of nutrients, satisfy those sugar cravings and are low in calories.  The fructose in fruit refills liver glycogen leaving you feeling less hungry plus they are water-dense which helps fill you up without all the calories.

Water-Dense Vegetables

Like soups and fruits, the water in vegetables fill you up without adding calories, plus they contain a healthy dose of fiber!  This gives hunger the one, two punch! Broccoli, spinach, and artichokes are just a few examples of nutrient and water-dense veggies!

Lean Meats

Studies show that protein will leave you feeling fuller longer than both fat or carbs. Chicken, bison, turkey and even lean beef are all great options. A 4oz. boneless skinless chicken breast, for example, contains just 100 calories with 23 grams of filling protein.  Check out why lean meats are considered a fat burning food!

Protein Powder

Sometimes meat isn’t an option, or maybe you find it hard to get enough protein in your daily diet.  This is where a good protein powder comes in!  My favorite, Optimum Nutrition Whey Protein, has only 120 calories with 24 grams of protein.  Plus, it easily mixes in recipes, smoothies, pudding, ice cream and more!

There’s no secret to weight loss!  You just need to incorporate the right foods into your diet and be mindful of your caloric intake and the pounds will come off.

So, start incorporating these low calorie filling foods into your diet plan today and see how easy it can be to lose weight!

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Because of this I thought it would be a good idea to revisit this subject and list 12 more low calorie mixed drink recipes!  All of these recipes are under 200 calories and best of all, you and you’re friends won’t even be able to tell the difference!

Since I already covered how to make low calorie substitutions and the importance of creating your own low calorie mixed drinks in the first article, I’ll just get straight to the recipes.

Oh, and remember to drink responsibly…for weight loss and more importantly, you’re safety!

12 Low Calorie Mixed Drinks

Tropical Autumn

Recipe courtesy of Ty Ku

Calories: 115

Ingredients
1.5 oz Ty Ku Liqueur
½ oz Pomegranate juce
2 oz Pineapple juice

Directions

1. Mix ingredients in glass and enjoy!

VuQo V8

Recipe courtesy of VuQo

Calories: 95

Ingredients
2 oz VuQo Vodka
Tomato juice

Directions

1. Mix ingredients in glass and enjoy!

Partida Margarita

Recipe courtesy of Partida Tequila

Calories: 170

Ingredients
1 oz. lime juice (app. the juice from one lime)
¾ oz. pure, organic agave nectar
¾ oz. pure spring water
1.5 oz. Partida Tequila Blanco, Reposado or Añejo

Directions

1. Shake all ingredient with ice in a shaker
2. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass

Lean & Green Spatini

Recipe courtesy of Morton’s The Steakhouse

Calories: 98

Ingredients
1.5 oz Ty Ku Soju
.5 oz Agave nectar
1.5 oz Lime juice
1 oz Soda water

Directions

1. Shake ingredients 25 times with ice.
2. Double strain into a champagne flute.

Ocean Water Cocktail

Recipe courtesy of Ocean Vodka

Calories: 97

Ingredients
1.5 oz Organic Ocean Vodka (54 calories)
3 oz Coconut Water (25 calories)
1 tsp Agave syrup (18 calories)
Mint leaves

Directions

1. Muddle mint leaves with Ocean Vodka, coconut water, and agave syrup.
2. Add ice and shake.
3. Strain and serve neat in a lowball glass with a slice of lime and sprig of mint.

Zilch Margarita

Recipe courtesy of Zilch

Calories: 97

Ingredients
1.5 oz Tequila
.75 cup water
Ice cubes
Lime or salt

Directions

1. Empty contents of 1 packet into glass.
2. Add 1 jigger (1 ½ oz) of Tequila and stir briskly until dissolved.
3. Stir in ¾ cup water. *
4. Serve over ice.
5. Add lime/ salt for garnish.

Javatini

Recipe courtesy of Coffee Mate

Calories: 120 calories

Ingredients
1/4 cup Espresso
2 Tbsp. Coffee-mate Natural Bliss Sweet Cream Flavor
¾ oz. Vodka
Ice cubes

Directions

1. Fill cocktail shaker with ice and add espresso, Coffee-mate and vodka.
2. Cover and shake for 10 to 15 seconds.
3. Strain into chilled martini glass.
4. NOTE: Try garnishing the rim of the martini glass with grated chocolate. Coat the rim with honey or agave syrup, then dip in grated chocolate.

Pineapple Martini Recipe

Recipe courtesy of My Man’s Belly

Calories: 136

Ingredients
2 Ounces Coconut Rum (I used Malibu Rum)
2 Ounces Pineapple Juice (fresh or canned)
Pineapple Wedge (optional)

Directions

1. In a shaker filled with ice add pineapple rum and juice.
2. Cover and shake vigorously.
3. Strain into martini glass.
4. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and serve.

Pom-tini

Recipe courtesy of POM Wonderful

Calories: 162

Ingredients
1 1/2 oz. POM Wonderful 100% Pomegranate Juice
1 1/2 oz. raspberry or regular vodka
1/2 oz. freshly squeezed lime
1 oz. simple syrup (equal parts sugar and cold water dissolved together)
Spiraled orange rind for garnish
Ice cubes

Directions

1. Assemble all ingredients in bar or mixing glass.
2. Shake well with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass.
3. Garnish with spiraled orange rind.

POM Fleur

Recipe courtesy of POM Wonderful

Calories: 185

Ingredients
2 oz. POM Wonderful 100% Pomegranate Juice
2 oz. vodka
1 tsp. St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur Preparation:

Directions

1. Stir all the ingredients over ice to chill and strain into a pre-chilled cocktail glass.
2. Garnish with a food-grade rose petal or other edible flower if roses are not available.

Skinny Clementine Martini

Recipe courtesy of Betty Crocker

Calories: 130 calories

Ingredients
Ice cubes
2 tbsps (1 oz) gin or citrus vodka
1 tbsp (1/2 oz) elderflower liqueur or clear orange liqueur
3 tbsps fresh-squeezed clementine juice, fresh-squeezed pink grapefruit juice or pomegranate juice
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsps club soda
Clementine slice, pink grapefruit peel twist or fresh lime slice for garnish

Directions

1.  In cocktail shaker filled with ice, add gin, liqueur and juices. Cover; shake until well mixed.
2. Strain into martini glass; top off with club soda.
3. Garnish as desired.

Grapefruit Vodka

Recipe courtesy of Daryl Thompson of ATM Metabolics

Calories: 187

Ingredients
8oz of grapefruit juice
1 oz shot of vodka

Directions

1. Mix grapefruit juice with vodka, stir and enjoy!

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It’s easy to mindlessly eat through a bag of chips while watching TV at night or wander aimlessly through the kitchen grazing on snacks.

This leads me to an excellent question I got from a reader.  They asked:

I really appreciate you offering to answer questions. I have to admit, my husband and I are trying to get a diet that is healthy and we can stick to. There are so many it is hard to get it right. I was interested in suggestions on stopping late night eating. The afternoon is my time to pig out it seems.

This is a great question!  And it’s a concern that I think  a lot of us have.

First of all, it’s important to understand that it’s OK to eat at night – as long as you stay within your caloric budget for the day. All the nonsense about not eating after a certain time is just that…nonsense.

With that being said, as I stated above it’s very easy to mindlessly eat a LOT of calories late at night when sitting around watching TV, etc.

Luckily, there are a few simple tips we can try to curb those late-night munchies:

1. The simplest tip, yet one I’ve actually found to be effective, is to brush your teeth after your last meal.  You’ll be less likely to snack again.
2. Eat a protein-rich meal for dinner.  This will keep you feeling fuller longer and you won’t be reaching for snacks soon after.
3. Remind yourself of your goal when you feel like eating at night. Perhaps post your goal in the kitchen so you see it every time you’re in there.
4. Lastly, and what most people don’t like to hear, is that you’re in control of your actions.  You obviously know there’s a problem and only you can fix it. Just slowly work on it and remember that slow lifestyle changes overtime lead to extraordinary results!

If late-night eating is a problem you’ve conquered then late us know how you did it in the comments below!  And if you have a question you would like to ask feel free to submit them here.

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