You can't always get a good night's sleep. Whether it's due to anxiety, allergies, or another reason, sometimes you just have trouble falling asleep. And as anyone who's ever had trouble sleeping knows, that can make you crave unhealthy foods even more than usual. But what if there was a way for you to satisfy your midnight cravings without sabotaging your healthy diet? There is! Here are some healthy snacks that will curb your late-night cravings so you can get back to sleep:
Trail mix
Trail mix is a combination of nuts and dried fruit that can be eaten as a snack. It's high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Trail mix is easy to make at home with your favorite ingredients or you can buy it pre-packaged at the grocery store.
Yogurt or skyr is a healthy snack any time of day for kids and adults alike! Skyr has been around for centuries but has recently become popular worldwide as an alternative to traditional dairy products like cheese or ice cream that have more fat content than yogurt does when made from cow's milk (skyr). Skyr comes in many flavors including strawberry, blueberry, raspberry & banana; there are also several brands available online if you don't want to make yours at home :) Frozen yogurt shops are popping up all over America so check one out next time you're out shopping somewhere new!
Yogurt with fruit
A yogurt with fruit is a great choice for a healthy snack. Yogurt is a good source of calcium, which you need to keep your bones strong. Fruit is also a good source of vitamin C, which helps your body produce collagen that keeps skin looking healthy and youthful. Top it all off with granola or nuts for extra flavor and crunch!
Oatmeal is another excellent option when you're looking for something filling but not too heavy as an evening snack. Not only does oatmeal contain fiber that can help lower cholesterol levels in your blood over time (which may reduce the risk of heart disease), but it also takes longer than most other foods to digest--so it'll keep you feeling full longer than other options like toast or crackers would do on their own.* The best way we've found so far is by topping them off with some fruit slices before heating up the stovetop burner.* It's super easy too: just stir together some oats with water until they start forming clumps then cook them until creamy-looking; add some cinnamon if desired then stir again until evenly mixed throughout each bowlful (you don't want any dry spots).
Oatmeal
Oatmeal is a good source of fiber and protein, which can help you feel full longer. It's also loaded with vitamins and minerals that are important for your health. Oatmeal provides antioxidants, heart-healthy fats, and healthy carbs that keep your energy up throughout the day so you don't crash at 3 PM with hunger pangs! Oats are gluten-free, so they're great if you have Celiac disease or are simply trying to avoid gluten in general (which has been linked to inflammation).
Oats can help lower LDL cholesterol levels while improving digestion--so there's no need to worry about feeling bloated after eating them!
A handful of nuts or seeds
- Nuts and seeds are a great source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. They're also a good source of vitamin E, magnesium (which helps keep your bones strong), potassium (which helps control blood pressure), and zinc (which supports your immune system).
- Try to stick with plain nuts and seeds rather than flavored ones--flavored varieties often contain added sugars or sodium that can make them less healthy than they seem at first glance.
- Nuts are high in fat so they should probably be limited if you're trying to lose weight or manage your weight (like maybe just a small handful).
One slice of whole-grain toast with nut butter and sliced banana
Nut butters are a great source of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. Bananas are high in potassium, fiber, and vitamin B6. Whole grain bread contains fiber (which helps you feel fuller for longer), vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Bananas are also an excellent source of fiber so that you can keep those midnight cravings at bay!
The best part about this snack? It's easy to make--there's no cooking required! If you have peanut allergy concerns or just don't like peanuts themselves then try another type of nut butter instead (almond/cashew). The choice is yours!
These healthy snacks will curb your cravings so you can get back to sleep!
- They are easy to make and eat.
- They can be stored in the fridge or pantry.
- They can be stored in the freezer.
- They can be stored in the cupboard (depending on what kind of snack it is). These snacks will keep you full for a long time, which means that when you wake up in the middle of the night with an intense craving for something sweet or salty, there won't be anything left for you to eat! And if these healthy options aren't enough--because sometimes we need something more substantial--you can always try snacking on one of these delicious treats before bedtime:
Conclusion
We hope you've found some new ideas for healthy snacks that will satisfy your midnight cravings. Remember, it's important to eat the right kinds of foods at night so that you can sleep well and feel good in the morning. If you need more help with this issue, check out our other blog posts on how to get a better night's sleep!
