01/27/2026
Ok ok I made this before being snowed in for almost 2 days and I can tell you that I was basically eating for 48 hours straight and it definitely wasn’t because I was hungry. Stress snow eating? I don’t know but thank goodness that is over for now 😁❄️☃️
BUT let’s back up because most of the time if I had to pick the #1 thing that most of you have in common when it comes to your eating habits, it would be that you’re simply not eating enough during the day. Whether it’s intentional or not, (maybe it’s because diet culture told you to cut your calories, skimp on carbs or intermittently fast), but the bottom line is that you are not adding enough to your meals. So of course you will find yourself hungry in the afternoon and grazing through any kitchen or pantry you can find whether you’re at work or at home. This is also the time of the day that you’re starting to lose steam and need a distraction and maybe it’s the first time you even feel hungry because you’ve been so busy. And then this turns into a daily habit and you feel like you failed again. This feeling of a loss of control or wtf did I just do or eat doesn’t feel good and can lead to more habits that don’t feel good either.
So, optimize your breakfast and lunch! Add enough calories and protein and overall nutrition to your daytime meals, and most of the time, this adjustment can make a huge positive difference in your hunger, cravings, blood sugar control, energy levels, concentration, and so much more that comes along with just fueling your body and brain adequately! If fat loss is something that you’re aiming for, you will also most likely take in a more appropriate amount of calories in a 24-hour period by making this adjustment. Yes, it’s called balance and your body likes balance.
Follow along for more simple doable nutrition tips that anyone can use to improve their health and wellness because yes you can do these things.
