Fit With Z: Control Your Cravings

Q:		How do I control my cravings? Can I live on cereal and milk alone?

A:		Everyone has cravings from time to time. Being prepared when those cravings hit is key. Most of the time we crave something if we are hungry or have not had that particular "craving" in a while. Whether you are at home or in the office, you always want to have healthy snacks on hand when your "craving" hits. Snacks such as raisins, apples, grapes, dried fruit, carrots, nuts and seeds are all a healthy alternative to more calorie dense foods. Keeping a regular eating schedule is another thing you can do to keep your blood glucose up throughout the day. It is those drops in sugar level that will cause you to have those urges to raise it up quickly. Have at least six small meals a day to keep sugar levels constant throughout the day. As for your second question, NO, you should not live on cereal and milk alone. General guidelines are to follow the food guide pyramid, which you can find at www.mypyramid.gov. You need varied food groups to stay healthy and fit.