Eating advice??

I have a question... Since I work evenings now (3 - 11:30), I am starving when I get home around 12:15! I eat dinner at work around 9:00. A little light snack is not helping. I am very hungry. So I have decided to just eat something as long as I stay close to my 1000 calories a day goal! I'm gonna eat cereal with 1/2 a banana when I get home. Do you think it's bad for me to eat something like cereal that late? Any suggestions? Kay

Hey Kay, I read an article in Shape or Womens Health that was about eating late at night due to work. I know the gist of it was to plan your meals around your schedule and that eating at that time of night isn't whats bad for you but eating the wrong things can be harmful. Depending on the cereal you eat you should be fine and the banana is an added bonus. For your dinner at 9pm you should try to eat something with tons of protein and fiber to help fill you up and keep you feeling full, I'm not sure if you still follow the no drinking after eating tip but if you can extend your time out a bit after eating your 9pm dinner, 2 hours would put you right at 11 - 11:30ish, then start drinking again. That might help you feel more full. Hope it helps. You look awesome by the way, Dana

Thanks for your advise, Dana! You look great too!!

I think it would depend on when you wnt to bed. I think what Dana said sounds right. HAV A GREAT EVENING TORI

If I eat a snack late I usually make sure it has protein of some sort. I've been snacking on Luna bars & Dannon Light n Fit Yogurt.

Hey Kay: I think that cereal is a pretty good choice (assuming, of course, you are not eating Fruit Loops ). It is healthy and filling. There have been times when I was starving at night and went for cereal, myself (Raisin Bran fan) and I have never gained from eating it late at night. Good luck! Hugs, Jersey

Thanks Jersey, that's exactly the reason why I choose cereal.. it fills me up. I ate it last night and I was satisfied. I'm gonna try oatmeal, cereal or protein bars for the next week and see if it effects my weight. It shouldn't because I add it into my calorie intake for the day!! Thanks again, Kay

What about sugar free jello with a few pieces of fruit? I struggle with needing something to chew or crunch, what about cheese sticks, sslices of lunch meat or chicken in the can? Hope these help you some. Hugs, Chris

mmm, chicken in the can with cheese would be good. Jello does nothing for me! Thanks for your advice!

Hi Kay, I think the most important factor is the timing of when you go to bed after eating. According to my reasearch, you should not eat 2-3 hours before going to sleep. God Bless! Jen