14 DAY TRIAL // Nutritionists unanimously agree that having some quick snacks at work, or when short on time and yet very hungry is, by far, less dangerous for one's figure than consciously starving to death, while trying to keep the unwanted pounds away. Hunger would only be prolonged until you get home, to the goodies stacked in your fridge. You could also buy some chips, cookies or chocolate bars to get you through the day, but it is best if you simply learn how to avoid the “bad snacks” and go for the healthy alternatives.
The best two snacking rules refer to the quantity and the quality of what you'll be eating – stay away from the bargains offering you more food for less money, as you only need to buy one portion. King-size chips or peanut bags are tricky, as you'll be tempted not to stop until they're empty.
Also, bear in mind that the best options to tame your hunger are the wholegrain snacks, like oatcakes, brown rice, brown pasta salad, wholemeal toast. They are efficient because they are not being absorbed in the bloodstream as quickly as the foods high in sugar or in refined carbohydrates.
Take the time to properly eat your break snack, as it has been scientifically proven that your stomach (and your brain) need about 20 minutes to process the fact that you're no longer hungry. Have small portions, as they will be absorbed faster, and try to refrain yourself from “tasting” sweets all day long, “just some bites, nothing more”. Have some fruits instead, either fresh or dried, or a cup of soup.
And take a deep breath before thinking about eating a snack, as the extra pounds don't actually rhyme with “easy come, easy go”.