8. Try to eat a little protein at each snack. Combine vegetable sticks with hummus or a boiled egg. Try fruit with greek yoghurt. Protein helps satisfy your hunger for longer.
9. Find another reward. Did you know completing small regular tasks releases dopamine? As does seeing a list of daily accomplishments. Exercise or activity releases a bucket load — go for a brisk walk for 10–15 minutes. Or do something creative. Reward yourself regularly and overcome the need to replace your dopamine with food.
10. Eating fresh, healthy foods is the best way to help your body access a wide range of micronutrients. If your diet helps you to maintain decent levels of iron, B6, Folate and Vitamin E, research suggests that this assists your brain maintaining healthy levels of dopamine and receptors essential for receiving your deserved rewards.
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