The moment you pick up the TV remote, you get bored with the ads that interrupt the show, and you end up opening packets of unhealthy snacks like chips and cookies. Even if you can't sleep at night or are studying or working late, food cravings don't leave you alone.

This constant snacking not only ruins your efforts to control your calorie intake throughout the day, but it can also make you susceptible to several diseases. Let's find out what you can do to prevent these cravings from bothering you and how to make sure you eat healthy snacks when you do indulge.

How to control these cravings:
Don't skip any meals: Eat three meals a day and have one or two healthy snacks. If you skip any meal during the day, it results in nighttime cravings and unhealthy snacking. This slows down your metabolism and leads to weight gain.

Prepare your snacks in advance: If you feel like eating something after dinner, prepare some healthy snacks an hour after dinner. Don't wait until you're extremely hungry.

Drink herbal tea: Herbal tea gives you a feeling of fullness and also helps pass the time. Sipping it slowly calms your hunger and eliminates the craving for snacks.

Don't forget to brush your teeth: This will signal your brain that it's time to stop eating and prepare for sleep. Food doesn't taste as good immediately after brushing your teeth.

Here are some healthy snack options:
Air-popped popcorn sprinkled with a little red chili powder and black pepper.
A slice of apple with a spoonful of peanut butter.
Nuts like almonds, walnuts, or pistachios.
Whole-grain crackers.
Fox nuts (makhana) roasted in a little ghee.
Keep these things in mind when choosing snacks:
The snacks should be rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats. It should be quite low in calories.
It should help you sleep better.

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