Nutritionist Swears by Healthy Snack She Says Curbs Late-Night Cravings

A nutritionist has managed to kill two birds with one stone by creating a late-night snack that will not only satisfy a sweet tooth but improve sleep too.

Nicole Addison recently shared her homemade recipe on TikTok, and the video racked up half a million views. During the clip, she can be seen mixing peanut butter, Greek yogurt and honey in a bowl, then dipped apple slices into the concoction.

Addison, 25, who lives in Toronto, Ohio, told Newsweek: “When looking for a snack, I always try to pair protein with healthy fats and fiber to help keep me feeling full and satisfied.

“This snack combines protein from the Greek yogurt with healthy fats from the peanut butter and fiber from the apple to create a perfect balanced snack that will help regulate blood sugar levels and keep you feeling full before bed,” she said.

This past February, a survey said 93 percent of 1,250 U.S. adults had an after-dinner snack at least once a week. The survey, conducted by Sleep Doctor, the parent company of SleepFoundation.org, also reported that men and women snack after dinner almost four times a week.

The participants admitted they couldn’t resist savory snacks like chips and pretzels, followed by candy and then fruit. Those who opted for an unhealthy snack reported less sleep, as opposed to those who nibbled on nuts, seeds and fruit before sleeping.

Addison, who uses the social media handle @nourishedbynic, swears by her late-night snack, whicht takes no longer than five minutes to prepare.

She told Newsweek: “Having a source of protein before bed, such as Greek yogurt and nuts, can help you sleep better. Protein is one of the fastest acting macronutrients to satiate us, making it a great bedtime snack.”

When trying to lose weight, it is best to stop eating three hours before going to bed, according to one expert previously told Newsweek.

But Addison disagrees: “As a dietitian, I firmly believe there is no ‘right time’ to stop eating.

“If you are hungry, eat! Try to find a snack that will fill you but won’t be too heavy before bed, like this one. There is nothing worse than going to bed with your stomach growling.”

So far, the clip has over 30,000 likes and has divided commenters.

One user said: “That’s what I was missing, I tried making this before but forgot the honey and it tasted weird to be honest, thanks for this vid.”

“Peanut butter is so overrated!” said another.

Other users are concerned about how many calories the snack contains.

Addison said: “I am a strong believer that calories should not be the main determinant of your food choices. The nutritional information can be found in the recipe card on my website, but I typically try to stay away from sharing this information on social media.”

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