Feeling like a squirrel after a wheel or a lemon after a squeeze, a woman gets home, dines, and looks forward to rest. From the sofa you want to go only to the kitchen, for the next portion of "tasty". The brain gets tired, it is difficult for it to control everything that goes into the mouth, but one thing is certain - the food causes the pleasure of the body tired during the day.
It is worth remembering that overeating at night is fraught not only with weight gain, but also with the occurrence of cardiovascular problems and diabetes. The body needs to rest at night, and the intestines too, food runs the risk of remaining undigested for a long time. In the morning, you can get not the most pleasant smell, and if overeating at night turns into a habit - problems with the stomach and digestion.
Tricks to help fight your evening appetite
You should refuse food no later than 2 hours before going to bed. For the role of the last snack, appoint well-digestible food - stew, fish, fresh vegetables, you can supplement with fruits. If after that, after a short time, you want to empty the refrigerator, you should try to negotiate with the body:
A teaspoon of honey
Such a move will reduce appetite, give the tired brain a charge of glucose and tune in to a sound restorative sleep. The method is good for those who do not like milk or do not tolerate it well.
A glass of kefir
Reduces appetite and does not harm the figure. Bonus - filling the stomach with lactic acid bacteria, which have a positive effect on the intestinal microflora. If you don't like kefir, you should try bifidok, fermented baked milk or varenets. Those who absolutely cannot live without sweets will help out the snow - its sourdough is made with the addition of sugar or fruit and berry syrups.
Warm glass of milk
Saturates the body with a small amount of calories (only 40-50), thereby giving a feeling of fullness. When warm, it is better absorbed into the intestines and quickly relieves the feeling of hunger, especially the false one caused by thirst. It supplies the body with calcium, protein, vitamin D. In addition to participating in the development of bone tissue, calcium is actively involved in accelerating metabolism and destroys unnecessary fatty layer. An important nuance - the owners of lactase deficiency should choose a different method.
A cup of strong black tea
It prevents overeating and relieves hunger. Tain is a powerful fat burner, regulates metabolism and improves brain function. It helps to invigorate, so it is better to drink this drink no later than 1.5 hours before bedtime.
Add a quarter spoon of cinnamon to a glass of chicory
The benefits of chicory are difficult to overestimate - inulin in its composition prevents glucose levels from falling, so that hunger is felt much later. The valuable fiber contained in the drink gives a feeling of fullness. Cinnamon is notable for reducing sugar cravings. The rich aroma of spice gives a feeling of satiety. Attention: pregnant women should not eat cinnamon, it can cause uterine contractions. In addition to cinnamon, you can add honey, lemon or milk to chicory - whichever you prefer.
Brush your teeth
After brushing your teeth, a pleasant freshness remains in your mouth and those who are prone to perfectionism do not want to disturb the purity and beauty. For those who are not inclined, the brain will send a signal to the stomach - that's it, we won't eat any more. Another bonus is that toothpaste kills your appetite, especially if it's minty.
Just drink some water
Sometimes we don't really want to eat, but rather drink. After a glass of green tea (if there are no problems with low blood pressure) or a glass of water (possibly with a slice of lemon), the feeling of hunger can capitulate all night.
If you are completely unbearable, you can have a snack with a slice of sour apple, tomato, or half a carrot. Such a simple snack will kill your evening hunger. It is better to remove sweets, cakes and cookies from the eyes so that there is no unnecessary temptation.
Life hack! Eating well throughout the day will help reduce your appetite in the evening, and a nutritious breakfast plays a major role in this.
Summarizing
In the fight against the evening appetite, it is important to find harmony. It will be difficult to fall asleep if you suppress the natural signals of a truly empty stomach. If after the last meal more than 3 - 4 hours have passed, and during this time there was physical activity (walking with the dog, active cleaning or playing with a small child), you should refresh yourself with a glass of milk or kefir with a spoonful of honey, and maybe even a vegetable salad ... It is quite another matter if the time has passed in quiet lying on the couch in front of the TV, out of boredom I wanted to eat something. It is worth distracting yourself with a conversation with family members or chatting on the Internet so as not to concentrate on thoughts about food.
You need to brush your teeth just before bedtime - and they will be healthier, and the temptation to still get to the refrigerator and steal something from there is guaranteed to disappear. Having chosen your own way of fighting the evening appetite, it is worth sticking to it for 7 - 10 days, after which a habit will develop, and the body will no longer require food at night looking.
