If you are one of many of the fitness fanatics out there that lift weights, preform 30-60 minutes of cardiovascular training, and participate in many other types of exercise you may want to think twice about avoiding food after 6pm. The key is to make the right choices. If you are engaged in moderate to high levels of exercise your body may need fuel during the night to keep your metabolism going and to help your muscles recover from exercise. I am not a big fan of dairy but certain types of dairy such as low fat cottage cheese and low fat Greek yogurt could be great options for late night munchies. The protein is very high for exercise recovery plus it is high in tryptophan, which might help you sleep more soundly. Egg whites are also low in calorie and high in protein.
my "Yummy Yogurt" Recipe
6 oz. Fage 0% Greek Yogurt
1/4 cup frozen or fresh berries
1 tbsp of MSM Natural vanilla whey protein
Stevia (if you like it sweet!)
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