We tend to associate snacking between meals with naughty but nice treats, but there are plenty of healthy low calorie snacks that are tasty as well as filling.

Eat a nutritious low calorie snack that’s sweet and you’re less likely to reach for the biscuit tin. Or, if you prefer a low calorie snack that’s high in protein, choose one that’s unrefined so you’ll feel fuller for longer. Great if you need something to eat before or after a workout.

‘Contrary to popular belief, snacking isn’t the bane of healthy living,’ says Amy Rimes, a nutritionist at specialist fitness brand I Run Far. ‘Everyone snacks, and it’s a way of providing your body with essential nutrients that you’re lacking before you have a bigger meal. Ignoring your body’s hunger warnings results in overeating at mealtimes.

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