We all have them on occasion… that bottomless pit, “can't stop snacking” type of day. You know, those days where you find yourself heading back into the kitchen 20 minutes after you just ate. But what about when that occasional day turns into every day? When you find yourself running to Google and searching:

‘how to stop snacking?!’

First of all, no judgment. It’s not some kind of personal failure or lack of basic willpower. You’re not a flawed human being. However, there is likely something else going on that is triggering this endless snacking. So, put on your detective 🔎 hat, and let’s get to the bottom of this using these five basic questions.

Q1: Am I eating enough throughout the day?

Endless snacking may be because your body is asking for more food and it needs more energy. Solution: Try to eat every 3-4 hours. This will help regulate hunger levels throughout the day.

Q2:. Am I getting a balance of all nutrients?

“Can't stop” snacking may be a sign your body is experiencing an imbalance of nutrients. Solution: Try to build a snack with a combination of macronutrients.

For example: Add a spoonful of peanut butter alongside your pretzels.
Or open this post on balancing your snacks

Q3: Am I allowing these foods regularly?

Endless snacking may be because you’re not allowing yourself to eat these foods regularly. Solution: Try to add these snack foods regularly into your meals.

For example: Add a side of chips to your sandwich

Q4: Am I appropriately managing my emotions?

Endless snacking may be because you’re using food to cope with your feelings. Solution: Try to work on addressing and regulating your emotions.

Q5: Do I have 3 filling and satisfying meals daily?

Endless snacking may be because you’re not making nourishing, balanced meals and snacks. Solution: Try to build meals that are a bit more filling.

Make sure you are eating enough at your meals so you leave the table feeling full and satisfied

See: filling and satisfying meals