Slimming World Snacks that Energise, Empower to Enjoy
As I prepare to help my friend run her regular Slimming World group today, I’m still thinking about what she said about yesterday’s cover group. “The group was so much fun”, and she “would certainly go back there again”. How can we make our group like that or is it already and we don’t realise?
The life of a Slimming World consultant can be physically and mentally demanding. One of my favourite things is to watch my friend as she celebrates with a member when there is a win. You can see the love and support over both their faces.
Let’s Talk Snacks
Let me tell you more about the world of the slimming world and snacks—those wonderful morsels that keep us going between meals while staying firmly on our weight loss journey. This is one of the many questions a consultant is always asked. What snacks can I have? When should I eat a snack, and how often can I eat snacks?
The Consultant’s Balancing Act
Before we embark on a snack-filled adventure, allow me to shed some light on the life of a Slimming World consultant, second hand and from a unique perspective. It’s no understatement to say that running a group feels like a theatrical performance. Each week, my friend transform into a motivational force, guiding and uplifting our members, much like a performance on a stage. Being a Slimming World consultant can be both exhilarating and demanding, but it’s a role she wholeheartedly embraces. She’s has to stay positive, build her members up mentally, and set them on the path to a tremendous week ahead.
In group, she has to anticipate the expect needs of her members, boost their self-esteem, encourage them to look forward to the next week and plan for a successful weight loss. All the while, ensure everyone feels heard and involved in the conversation. This dynamic journey, often lasting for three hours, requires constant positivity, cheerfulness, and a wealth of advice. Being at the centre of it all, as the most crucial person in the room, can be an ego trip, but her passion for this role drives her to celebrate and succeed alongside her members. It’s exhausting to watch.
Snacking 101: Fuelling Your Day
Now, let’s dive into the heart of this discussion—snacking. Snacking is a crucial part of our daily routine. A well-timed snack satisfies our cravings and keeps our energy levels up. On the Slimming World plan, snacks are pivotal in helping us stay on track and avoid those mid-meal slip-ups.
The Art of Choice and Moderation
Imagine being told that all you could eat was a lettuce leaf—how discouraging that would be! The beauty of the Slimming World plan is that nothing is off-limits. The philosophy revolves around choice, control, and, most importantly, portion control. Slimming World wants to empower you to make conscious decisions about what you eat and how much you eat.
So, what about that sweet tooth that occasionally calls your name? Or yells at you so loudly that you are sure the entire world can hear. If a chocolate bar is what you want, go for it. But here’s the trick: choose a smaller bar, typically 25 grams. Depending on the brand and type, this treat will range from 4 to 6 syns. Speaking of my favourites, I’m fond of the bliss bar, at just four syns. Alternatively, Aldi’s tiny white chocolate bars have only six syns. Cadbury’s Twirl is 5 syns and Smarties are 6 syns.
Snacking Without Guilt
Restricting anything we fancy or labelling snacks as ‘bad food’ can often backfire. The “forbidden fruit” becomes even more enticing when those rebellious cravings strike. Whether because you’re feeling down or simply want to challenge yourself. In my experience, there are no foods I cannot eat. Instead, I choose to focus on moderating the amount I consume. Why would you deny yourself the pleasure of enjoying what you love?
A Snacking Reminder: Stay Energised and Empowered
As we wrap up this snacking journey, remember that snacking is more than just appeasing your taste buds. It’s a way to stay energised, maintain your focus, and fuel your daily adventures. With the Slimming World philosophy of choice and control, you can enjoy various snacks while staying on track.
Snacks
If you feel that slump during the day or 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. are your low points when you reach for something, grab a snack. We want you to stay on plan and not sabotage yourself. Snacks are so important. I have at least one snack every day. What is it I can eat? The simple answer is anything. As I mentioned above, chocolate is my go-to snack.
You choose what you want. No foods are off the list when you are in a slimming world. If you think about it logically, it can’t be. Food surrounds us all the time. If we, as consultants, told you that all you could eat was that lettuce leaf, you wouldn’t come back. You wouldn’t stick to the plan and would achieve your weight loss goals. What we ask is that you restrict the high fat, high-sugar foods, but if you want some, have them, just in moderation.
Here are a few snacks you could have:
- Eggs, boiled, scrambled, crust-less quiche
- Chicken drumsticks
- Ham, boiled strips
- Banana
- Apple with Greek Low-Fat Yoghurt and cinnamon or Nut meg
- Leftover from dinner from the night before.
- Soup
I’m sure you get the idea from the list above. You can have anything you want. Just make sure it is part of your daily plan. If you want to use your Syns, use them. If you want to have more free food, do so. Remember that you are in control. Think about your portion sizes, food plan for the day, and weight loss goals for the week.
Next time you reach for a snack, savour the delight, embrace the freedom, and remember you have control. It’s your choice. Snacking on your Slimming World journey is about staying positive, taking back control, and making every bite is a conscious, empowering step toward your health and happiness. Enjoy your food and snacks without guilt and have fun.
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