For most of us, comfort foods tend to make us feel happy, think mashed potatoes and gravy or ice cream. Those foods are also high in calories and tend to be high in fat.
If sweet foods is what you crave, try a low-fat frozen yogurt or a small handful of dark chocolate chips. Those might satisfy your craving for not as many calories.
If salty is what you love, try something like some low-fat cheese and crackers or some unbuttered popcorn. It’ll give you that salty fix but save tons of fat.
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Stress is a natural reaction to life's challenges. Practicing mindfulness, staying conntected, and setting boundaries are three effective tips for managing it.
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