Are you one of those people who follow their plans diligently throughout the week but find yourself going on a massive binge on the weekend?
If you struggle with blood sugar imbalance through the week this is sure to happen. Here are 4 ways in which you can curb your binging cycle right now.
GULP DOWN A PROTEIN SHAKE!
Protein is not just an essential macronutrient important for recovery and muscle but it also reduces ghrelin, a hormone responsible for hunger along with boosted levels of peptide YY, a hormone that makes you feel full for a longer period of time.
STAY HYDRATED!
Our body sometimes misinterprets thirst for hunger. When you are not drinking enough water, there are chances that you may feel like having food frequently. This adds up to unnecessary extra calories making you gain weight even more.
DO NOT SKIP MEALS!
If you plan to have a higher than usual calorie dinner on weekends, still keep some small healthy snacks during the day. This will keep your blood sugar levels balanced and prevent you from over eating at night.
FIND WAYS TO DESTRESS!
Stress eating is real. How many times have you found yourself having a tub of ice cream whenever you feel sad? Instead of turning to food to reduce stress, explore activities to beat this stress like exercising, going for a walk in nature and finding a hobby that makes you happy and avoid mindless eating.