Top 2 Proven Food Tricks to Control Cravings

Ever been in the situation when you're making dinner and you can't help but pick and graze and take a few too many "taste-tests?"

Ever feel like you can't satisfy those late afternoon cravings?

I have two super-simple tricks that will keep you from overeating plus give you some super-nutrition that your body needs to keep your metabolism in tip-top shape.

Tip #1: Eat a handful of nuts about 20 minutes before a meal
Yes, eat before you eat. But it's got to be a handful of nuts. Don't overthink it...most nuts have the same affect. Almonds, macadamia nuts, walnuts, cashews, pecans... Basically raw nuts are one of the most complete nutrition-packed foods we can consume.

Nuts are packed with micronutrients (antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals) and macronutrients like fiber, healthy fats, and protein, as a result nuts greatly reduces your appetite before your meal because of the complete nutrition. Eat a handful (about 10-15 nuts) 20 minutes before a meal since this is about the amount of time that it takes your brain to receive the "message" of satiety so you are less likely to overeat and save yourself a boatload of extra calories...to help you get lean fast!

Tip #2: Drink a full glass of water 20 minutes before a meal
Did you know that often times the "hunger pang" you get when you think you're hungry may actually be a "thirst pang?" If you are not drinking enough water (coffee, juice, soda, etc. should NOT be counted toward your water intake count), your body needs to send you a "message" that it needs water and this is what we often mistake as hunger.

If you find yourself mindlessly grabbing at food throughout the day, down a full glass of water first and wait about 20 minutes and see how you feel.

Keeping hydrated not only saves you several hundred extra calories, it helps your metabolism running efficiently, gives your skin that dewy glow, helps keep your bowels regular, aids digestion, affects your fertility, aids in blood pressure...get the point?

Drinking enough water is basically the most critical aspect of your health...in more ways than I can explain in this short blog post.

Jazz-up your water and try adding natural flavors: add sliced lemons, limes, grapefruit, strawberries, cucumber, kiwi...get creative!!!

Cheers to good health!

Your number one fan,
Lindsay