Cravings are hard to curb which is why so many Americans eat more calories than they’re supposed to in a given day. Rather than cut sugary snacks out completely, why not satisfy your sweet tooth with something healthier but just as delicious? You won’t be consuming calories you can’t burn and your body feels better as a result of getting the vitamins and nutrients that it needs to thrive.
When it comes to tickling your taste buds for fewer calories, creativity is key. That’s where the INRFOOD app for iOS or Android comes in. There’s a handy comparison tool that allows you to see how two different foods compare to one another calorically and nutritionally. Remember those books that told you to eat this instead of that? The tool is similar in concept because it allows you to see what ingredients make up your favorite foods.
Rather than reach for a candy bar, scoop of ice cream or piece of cake, try these tasty alternatives:
- Smoothies made with yogurt, protein powder or nut milk. Add fruit, nut butter or carob chips to elevate the flavor and blend to perfection.
- Baked fruit crisp with granola topping. Skip pie crust which is flaky, buttery, and fattening. Throw your favorite fruit (apple, pear, and even pineapple) in the oven with a sprinkle of brown sugar, cinnamon, and oatmeal for a treat that is rich, nutritious, and delicious.
- Frozen yogurt pops. Take your favorite yogurt and spoon it into popsicle molds or a silicone muffin pan. Pop one out and enjoy a frozen treat that’s cold and creamy.
- Graham cracker and peanut butter. Sweet, crunchy, and creamy, this low calorie ‘dessert’ is great with all types of nut butter. If you don’t like peanut butter or want to be adventurous, try almond butter or cashew butter.
The suggestions listed above are far better options than fatty, fried or sugary desserts. Try switching out one piece of ‘junk food’ each week with something healthier. You’ll start to notice your cravings subsiding and you’ll feel a lot better, too.