Bedtime snacks

Snacking Goal: Tame cravings
Cap off your day with this optional mini-meal if you are genuinely hungry after an active day. At night, eat a snack that is made up mostly of high-quality protein. Protein-rich foods supply ready amino acids for repair of muscle during sleep – and rest is when muscle repair occurs. Foods with casein, a primary protein in dairy products, are a good choice as they provide a slow release of amino acids into the bloodstream, which builds muscle and can prevent muscle breakdown overnight.

Try:
•1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese + apples slices

•Fruity UltraMeal Shake: 2 scoops UltraMeal powder+ 8-10 oz water + 2 strawberries + 1/4 cup blueberries

•1 low-fat string cheese + 1 small pear