For the most part, you should steer clear of your trigger foods. (By the way, trigger foods are those that make you want more and more of them, potentially setting you off into an eating frenzy.) But we all slip up every now and again. So try to avoid your trigger foods altogether. But when you do treat yourself to them, use these tricks. Check ‘em out… 

1. Find portion-controlled options.

Keep 100-calorie packs handy. Mini bags of microwavable 94% fat-free popcorn are great for popcorn-chewers. Mini sun chips are great for you chip lovers. If your favorite snack doesn’t come packaged in single servings, try this next tip.

2. Break large bags up into mini bags/containers with a single portion in each.

This TOTALLY helps. In fact, do this as soon as you get back from the store — keep those giant snack bags out of your home whenever possible!

3. Pop a mint, a piece of sugar-free mint gum, or brush your teeth right after you have a serving of your trigger food.

The minty and/or freshness can help stop you from craving more of that food. (The fresh breath is an added bonus.) This one works like a CHARM!

So indulge in your favorite things every now and then — just be smart about it.

Source:

Hungry Girl