Latest Craving

Salam...

I'm so into desserts these days. Just give me any of it, I'll definitely finish them all. :D

I actually have no idea whether I'm having a sweet tooth or is it the Kelantanese blood flowing inside me that gives this desserts-maniac habit. Might be the desserts itself since I can't really tolerate with sweet things other than desserts.

These are my latest faves

Strawberry + nutella = strawnut
Profiteroles

I know.. I know..It's full of chocolates. Hehe.. But couldn't find a way to resist this. *sigh

Dessert is normally eaten after meals but when it comes to me, it's like a keropok or jajan that you would eat while sitting on a couch and watching tv. =_=

At the end, I couldn't complaint much of my increasing size for it definitely originates from my diet.

So, I asked for a help from Mr.Google and came out with some resolutions.

Diet and nutrition for women  *copypaste

Tip 1 : Eat to control cravings and boost energy

§  Eat breakfast. Get your metabolism going in the morning by eating a healthy breakfast. Studies show that people who eat breakfast tend to weigh less than those who skip it. A solid breakfast provides energy for the day.

§  Eat regularly. Going too long between meals can make you fell irritable and tired., so aim to eat something at least every three to four hours. Support your body's natural cycle of energy by eating a substantial breakfast, a nutritious lunch, a snack around 2

§  Cut the junk. The ups and downs that come with eating sugary snacks and simple carbohydrates cause extreme swings in energy level and mood. Cutting out these foods can be tough, but if you can resist for several days, your cravings will subside.

§  Focus on complex carbohydrates. Foods such as baked potatoes, whole-wheat pasta, brown rice, oatmeal, whole grain breads, and bananas boost your “feel-good” serotonin levels without a crash. They also provide plenty of fiber, so you feel full much longer.

Tip 2 : Moderation is a key

§  Try not to think of certain foods as “off-limits.” When you ban certain foods or food groups, it is natural to want those foods more, and then feel like a failure if you give in to temptation. If you are drawn towards sweet, salty, or unhealthy foods, start by reducing portion sizes and not eating them as often. Later you may find yourself craving them less or thinking of them as only occasional indulgences.

§  Think smaller portions. When dining out, choose a starter instead of an entree, split a dish with a friend, and don't order supersized anything. At home, use smaller plates, think about serving sizes in realistic terms, and start small. If you don't feel satisfied at the end of a meal, try adding more leafy green vegetables or rounding off the meal with fresh fruit. Visual cues can help with portion sizes–your serving of meat, fish, or chicken should be the size of a deck of cards, a slice of bread should be the size of a CD case, and half a cup of mashed potato, rice, or pasta is about the size of a traditional light bulb.

Tip 3 : It's not just what you eat, it's how you eat

§  Eat with others whenever possible. Eating with other people has numerous social and emotional benefits and allows you to model healthy eating habits. Eating in front of the TV or computer often leads to mindless overeating.

§  Take time to chew your food and enjoy mealtimes. Chew your food slowly, savoring every bite. We tend to rush though our meals, forgetting to actually taste the flavors and feel the textures of our food. Reconnect with the joy of eating.

§  Listen to your body. Ask yourself if you are really hungry, or have a glass of water to see if you are thirsty instead of hungry. During a meal, stop eating before you feel full. It actually takes a few minutes for your brain to tell your body that it has had enough food, so eat slowly.

§  Avoid eating at night. Try to eat dinner earlier in the day and then fast for 14-16 hours until breakfast the next morning. Early studies suggest that this simple dietary adjustment—eating only when you’re most active and giving your digestive system a long break each day—may help to regulate weight. After-dinner snacks tend to be high in fat and calories so are best avoided, anyway.

Have to start planning on my healthy diet maybe and look for how long it will last as it's always easier to

be said than done! Hehe.. Till then, Assalamualaikum..