On a Diet Doesn't Mean You Can Not Snacking, Do it On The Right Time

Some experts said, snacking should be avoided in order to maintain body weight. Meanwhile, an opinion which oppose it say snacking effectively maintain weight loss because it can reduce a large appetite. Which is correct?

Based on recent studies published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, researchers say that snacking should be avoided when we're on a diet, as long as it done in a timely manner.

In that study, 123 postmenopausal women who are overweight are divided into two groups, namely that a program of diet alone, while the rest are on a diet and exercise. After 12 months, turns weight loss is almost the same in both groups. However, in women who snack in between breakfast and lunch experience the most significant weight loss.

Indeed, further research is needed to determine whether the time snacking effect on weight loss. According to lead researcher, Dr. Anne McTiernan, who also must be considered is the frequency of snacking.

"If you start snacking in the morning, then you will tend to eat more throughout the day," he said. According to him, snacking positive impact if the distance intertemporal eat about five hours or more, for example, between lunch and dinner.

"Snacking can increase the intake of nutritious foods and are usually able to control excessive appetite," said Connie Diekman, director of the Washington University Department of Nutrition.

No less important, of course kind of snack. Make sure the snacks are selected to have less than 200 calories, such as low-fat yogurt, nuts, fruit, or crackers Cereal intact.