Snacking 101: Should We Snack? When Should We Snack?

Jill Weisenberger, MS, RDN, CDE, CHWC, FAND

Is it a good time for a snack? Patients often ask what time they should snack and what makes a good snack. The short answer to these questions: Snack when you’re hungry if a meal is some time away, and choose the foods lacking in your diet.

Why Snack?

If your calorie needs are high, you’ll probably need to snack at least a couple of times each day to fit in enough food. Otherwise, maybe just once, or perhaps not at all. Healthy adults rarely need to eat between meals for good health or <a target="_blank" href="http://www.lifeextension.com/Protocols/Metabolic-Health/Weight-Loss/Page-01" …read more