The dinner dishes are done, the sun has set and it’s nearly time for bed. But first, a few visits to the kitchen to riffle through the cupboards and fridge. Sound familiar?
The later evening is a common time of day to want a little snack. This may be fuelled by boredom, but it may also help with blood sugar control for people with diabetes.
If your tummy’s growling before bed, here are some snacks you could try (but not all at once!)
Remember, avoid mindless snacking. That’s when you’re catching up your latest Netflix show with a family-sized bag of chips when you aren’t actually even hungry. Keep your kitchen stocked up on these to fill your snacktime needs:
- Cottage cheese with fruit
- Toast with peanut butter
- Veggies and hummus or black bean dip
- Greek yogurt with fruit
- Cheese and crackers
Do you snack after dinner? What’s your go-to healthy before bed snack? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.
And remember – portion is key! So, don’t eat the whole box of crackers!
hot air white organic popcorn with flax oil and lightly sprinkled with Herbamare. Sometimes I add a sprinkle of Now brand Stevia concentrate for sweetness.
Commercial humus is often made with mayonnaise and added oils, and unless you are eating only 1 tbs, adds loads of calories by the time hunger is sated. Greek yogurt is usually swimming with sugar–a diabetic’s dream that will raise blood sugar overnight. Crackers usually use white flour and have added transfats. Cheese is very caloric. I am not sure these are good suggestions at all for people who might think from the article that they are “free foods” and can be consumed liberally.
Hi Monique, thanks for reading my post! Our suggestions come from a staff dietitian and certified diabetes educator here at Sunnybrook — who suggested these snacks as healthy alternatives to traditionally unhealthy snacks like chips or cookies. People with any health conditions should speak to their healthcare provider for specific help with their diet.
Of course, portion is key! To make this fact more clear, we have added a new last line to the post. Thank you for pointing this out!
Johann, I love popcorn! I like mine with a light sprinkle of parmesan cheese!