What Are the True Comfort Foods?

If you've not eaten for a while and your blood sugar is starting to drop, you probably are getting "hangry" (bad-tempered or irritable as a result of hunger).  At this point almost any food, particularly a sugary food that is quickly absorbed, will make you smile and give you comfort.  

Unfortunately, that food will absorb quickly and more will be needed to keep you smiling.  Also, sugary food is not apt to provide the nutrients that will keep your hormones and immune system functioning optimally.  Though one piece of that wonderful chocolate cake may be the perfect choice occasionally, eating that on a regular basis has the downside that your scale and overall health will make you frown. 

So What Should You Do?

Don't wait until you get hangry.  Have a daily routine of three or four eating times per day.  This predictability will make your whole body smile.  Become aware of how hungry you are and get familiar with your own hunger scale.  Choose foods and meals that have lean protein, good fats, and complex carbohydrates to keep you feeling terrific from one meal to the next.  Check out the recipes on this website - they'll keep you smiling.  Click on the picture to see what recipe is making these people happy.