4 ways to feel fuller, not fatter

Fight the fat as well as cravings with our 4 top tips on how to feel fuller for longer


Posted: 8 April 2012
by Nadya Ahmed

Make food more tasty and satisfyiing with herbs and spices.
Make food more interesting with herbs and spices

Most of us find it easy to give in to cravings, whether it’s reaching for a packet of savoury snacks or satisfying that sweet tooth with some sugary treats. But make sure you eat the correct foods and you’ll find avoiding such temptations, well, a piece of cake!

Try these four ways to keep hunger at bay and as a consequence the fat too...

  • Cook right: Grill, steam or bake rather than frying, and avoid adding extra fat and oil by using spray oil for cooking, and draining off any excess fat.
  • Switch fatty ingredients: Always try to opt for a healthier alternative, such as swapping natural yoghurt in place of cream, and choosing lean meats over fattier versions.
  • Inject fat-free flavour: Make meals tasty and satisfying by using herbs and spices where possible rather than relying on salt, oil and sugar.
  • Weigh it up: Keep portion sizes in check by aiming for a fist-sized amount of cooked pasta or brown rice per meal. That way you will have fewer leftovers and won't be tempted to eat them anyway.

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