5 Bedtime Snacks That Support Fat Loss & Metabolism After 55

You don’t have to feel guilty about snacking before bedtime…if you make the right choice. “After 55, muscle loss and blood sugar fluctuations can make weight management harder. A protein and fiber-rich bedtime snack supports muscle maintenance, better sleep, and appetite control, all of which contribute to fat loss over time,” Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly Cookbook for Dummies, tells us.” No food literally burns fat overnight, but the right bedtime snacks can support muscle, metabolism, blood sugar control, and sleep, which influence fat loss.” Here are 5 bedtime snacks that support fat loss and metabolism after 55.

Greek Yogurt with Chia or Flax Seeds