What is satiety and why is it important?
Satiety (rhymes with society) is being full to the point of satisfaction—a feeling hard to come by if you’re trying to eat right but don’t have a lot of time. Dietitians recommend that the average woman eat 1800 calories a day and choose snacks that are in the 100-calorie range. The key to following their advice and not feeling deprived is eating high satiety snacks – snacks that make calories go the distance for you. Understanding satiety will help you choose foods that keep you healthy and satisfied. Dietitians also know that foods high in fiber and protein help you eat fewer calories and feel full longer. That’s because they slow digestion and prolong the release of a hormone that triggers the “I’m full” feeling in your brain. So, to get the most out of your snacks, look for foods that are relatively low in calories and high in fiber and protein. Satiety Tips: > Drink a full glass of water before you sit down to eat. > Set your fork down as you enjoy each bite of food. > Before taki
