gonna give up snacking on crackers

[imgoingtodisney]

Im really not bad with the sweets - ice cream, cake, etc. But my downfall is definately crackers - cheezits, choc graham crackers, etc.
What can I replace them with? Do I have to get healthy and eat veggies and fruits?
I really need to loose 40lbs (well maybe 25) before my DH even thinks I will step foot on a nude beach in St Marten! lol

[Harley Chick]

Yes, quit complaining and eat your fruits and veggies. (Did I sound like your mother? I know I sounded like mine. ;) ) I always eat baby carrots, grapes and multi-grain saltines for snacks. I know there not as yummy as cheez-its, but they keep the weight off.

[Goofyposter]

Groosch imgoingtodisney....

I'm afraid the crackers have to go...der yer know that most of 'em are pretty high in fat, sodium and carbohydrates? Not the 'staples' of a diet with which yer likely to drop 25-40 pounds.

The old standbys do work...even if yer have ter acquire a taste fer 'em....celery, cucumber sticks, carrot sticks....or better yet...when yer feel the urge to snack....go take a walk!

Best of luck in yer quest! :)

[Kermit]

Crackers not only have a lot of fat, but they also usually have partially hydrogenated oils. You'll be a lot healthier if you give them up. If you get a carb-craving every once in a while, try substituting whole grain bread or pita bread.

[cotye]

Chips! That's my weakness... can't avoid the stuff.... :)

[JerseyJanice]

Can you stand rice cakes? Quaker makes some yummy flavors.

What about peeled baby carrots? They make a quick and easy snack. You could spice up some plain low-fat yogurt to make a dip for them. I'll see if I can find you a recipe.

[snoopy]

Whenever I try and lose a few pounds, I give up snacking on anything but fruit (usually melon) or carrot sticks. I eat the same as I always would at mealtime, just don't snack on anything fattening.

And I can't stress enough how good water is for losing weight. Not to mention good for the body. I drrink about a gallon a day, myself.