Don’t fear snacks. Snacking just once or twice a day can aid healthier eating, since metabolism slows if the body goes for long periods without food. “Aim for 200 calories or less” per snack and look for “something with a bit of protein that you eat slowly, like unshelled pistachio nuts or edamame.”
Maintain your schedule. A snack 30 to 60 minutes before a late dinner is recommended—especially if you’ll be drinking. “Alcohol on an empty stomach lowers blood sugar and predisposes you to overeating.”
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