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I know it is only Day Three of my nanny job but I am already fearing the safety of my bearish figure. I’ve worked hard for this figure and I don’t want to lose it!
The first week in our new apartment I found myself wanting to snack when I was bored (which was a lot since I was studying). Fortunately we didn’t have much in the pantry to snack on. Then my sister and her boyfriend came to visit with a huge bag of junk food in tow, which they *kindly* left for us to finish, so last week I munched on moosemunch and chocolate covered pretzals and gummy bears. I worked out every day while I was chowing down though so I didn’t feel that bad.
You’d think that now that I have a 9 hour day with two little boys I would find myself too busy to think about snacking…WRONG. Monday and Tuesday were horrible b/c all I could think about was food. I made a menu for the next two weeks, worked on our grocery shopping list, looked up some new recipes, tasted some chocolate cheerios (I don’t even like chocolate), tasted some Chex Mix, tasted a yogurt covered breakfast bar, I think you get my point. Thankfully their house is not filled with junk food – it’s just that there is more of a variety of ‘treats’ available than our place.
SO – I need some help here blogfriends. How does this Nanny Bear stop from snacking all day long!?
I have a 2.5 hour break by myself while the boys are both in school and the family has been more than nice by offering up their treadmill and Wii Fit for my use. I am going to force myself to work out this afternoon without getting too sweaty, but I just know that when it’s lunchtime for me and Kid 2 I am going to want a taste of some of those delicious snacks in their pantry…
Maybe bring healthy snacks so you can eat and not feel guilty or I sometimes eat some peanut butter, the fat keeps me feeling full for a few hours.
Eat lots of protein! It’s equivalent in calories to carbs (1g carbs=4 calories, 1g protein=4 calories), it will keep you fuller longer and its a better source of energy. Heather’s suggestion of peanut butter is great since its a good source of fat, carbs and protein- try eating some peanut butter on celery 30 min-1 hour before Kid 2 eats lunch and you’ll be less inclined to snack:)
ugh i know what you mean! I’m the same way!! The only thing that stops me from eating junk is to not have it in front of me! I dumped a ton of left over buffalo chicken dip the other night just so we wouldn’t eat the rest! It’s hard when they are right there though. Maybe stock up on some fruits? that way you feel full or it might balance out the good and bad?? good luck. This is my weakness to so i’ll be checking back for answers. One more thing that does help me cut a craving sometimes is this… “nothing tastes as good as thin feels” I say that to myself and it works… sometimes…
Ugh. I used to have this problem when I would babysit. It was like a free for all in their pantry when the kids either went down for a nap or the night. I would just say drink a crap ton of water! Then you’ll feel SO full that you won’t want to snack. AND, GUM! Gum is my best friend when I don’t want to snack, especially the fruity kind that somewhat tastes like candy. Or sugar-free mints. Hope that helps chicka. Which you so don’t need to worry your tiny-self about it, BUT you’re being smart and catching it before you need to worry. Good girl. And good luck!
Ha ha I sure wish I could help you with this! but girl, I am the QUEEN of useless snacking. I dont buy it so I wont snack on it. But I worked in a nursery for 6 years, and let me tell you, I still havent gotten off my Goldfish and Animal Cracker high.
Maybe you could just pack your own lunch and eat when they eat?
always have a bottle of water, maybe with lemon or crystal light packet. And gum! But who am i kidding, I feel like I invented snacking, like many other women 😉
NEAT blog–and so reader-friendly (some are so busy they hurt my head). My #1 “stop snacking tip”: I make a huge pitcher of yummy green drink in my Vitamix juicer and snack on that every day, all day. Energy is through the roof, weight is maintained, and the munchies don’t have a chance. My #2 “stop snacking tip”: I menu plan! Without sounding like an infomercial, I wanted to tell you about some cooking software I’ve found that’s made my menu planning super easy and has simplified my life a ton. NOW I can find what I need, when I need it, without having to scour through boatloads of recipes and books! (I’ve included the link in case you are interested.) Lastly, thanks so much for a great blog—I love your information!
What you need are snacks that provide slow release energy rather than quick release – ie healthy snacks. These will then keep you full until your next meal and will help to stave off cravings. Lots of cereal bars that claim to be healthy because they are natural are sugary and therefore slow release, leaving you wanting more once you’ve had them. Even rice cakes, generally viewed as a healthy snack, do the same. There is a growing trends for snacks that keep you fuller longer. Ours include Swiss chocolate and oat bars that contain a natural ingredient that makes your body think it’s full, so preventing you from oversnacking. For more details, check out our website at http://www.adorfood.com, where you also find lots of healthy eating info. Good luck. Franco
PS Our snacks are only available in the UK at the moment, so let me know if you would like some samples sending over by emailing me at [email protected]