6 Smart Snacking Tips That Will Help You Stave Off ‘Hanger’

Smart Snacks, Chicago Health Magazine Online

As with anything, there is an art to smart snacking, meaning finding foods that will cure your hunger, leave you satisfied, and give you the motivation you need to tackle your to-do list. “There is absolutely nothing wrong with snacking,” says Amy Lee, MD, a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, member of the National […]

9 Ways to Make Healthier Food Choices, Even When You’re Exhausted

Healthy Meal, Chicago Health Magazine Online

Eating well regularly can be a challenge — especially after an exhausting day. And while it may be harder to make smart choices when you’re tired, it’s not impossible. Here’s how to get started. 1. Stash grab-and-go snacks. Keeping nonperishable snacks in your desk and car (weather permitting) can curb the temptation to reach for […]

The Science Behind Snacking

Snacks, Chicago Health Magazine Online

The traditional three square meals a day eating pattern has given way to lots of noshing. In fact, 50% of all eating occasions are snacks. And it’s not just millennials and young adults who are eating between meals. Even 43% of baby boomers say they can’t get through a day without a snack. All this […]

Doctors’ Healthy Snack Hacks

Packaged convenience foods give snacking a bad rap, but a nutritious snack can help you better manage your food intake during the day so you’re not overly hungry at dinner. “Beware of ‘healthy’ snacks such as baked chips, pretzels, trail mix and granola bars,” says Amish Doshi, MD, an internal medicine physician with Edward Medical […]