6 Must-Know Snacking Tips from Dr. Stephen Gullo

July 26, 2009 12:18 am

6 Must-Know Snacking Tips from Dr. Stephen Gullo

1. Snacking can help reduce hunger and prevent overeating.

2. Try to stick to 100-200 calorie snacks.

3. Plan your snacks in advance, it will help you to avoid grabbing the first thing you see.

4. Low-fat snacks can cause you to gain weight! They are often loaded with sugar to try and make the the food taste better.

5. High fiber snacks are good for your teeth! They stimulate salivation, which helps wash away excess sugar and prevents cavities.

6. Drinks count as snacks—you can drink a surprising amount of calories in one day. Try drinking water with a wedge of lemon, lime or kiwi. Stick to drinks that have no more than 10 calories per 8 ounce serving.

Happy snacking!

Dr. Stephen Gullo
Institute for Health and Weight Sciences
52 East 78th Street
New York NY 10075
212.734.7200

—Divya Gugnani