Many people think snacking is the cause of obesity, poor nutrition, and destroyed appetites.
Snacking helps control eating associated with going too long between meals. Plan for snacks every three to four hours to keep blood sugar levels steady and help limit inappropriate eating. Stretching portions out over six meals, makes it easier and more enjoyable to meet nutrition goals. And finally, if snacking is planned for every three to four hours, that ravenous hunger that occurs right before dinner will be in control and appetite will actually improve. So let the healthful side link with the snacker to achieve even better eating habits.