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This is the No.1 snacking tip for weight loss, according to a dietitian

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What you snack on is important, but how you snack matters too, particularly if you're looking to lose weight. Whether you're looking to prioritize portion control, develop more mindful snacking habits or prepare snacks you actually look forward to eating, there are a few tricks you can lean on courtesy of a registered dietitian. Learn more in the story below.

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Dietitian shares her No. 1 tip for snacking while trying to lose weight

You may think that if you want to shed some pounds, it's best to eat much less, but that's not always the case. In fact, research shows the most effective, long-term weight-loss strategy is making changes to your diet that you can sustain over time, not to drastically cut calories by skipping meals and snacks. After all, every time you eat is opportunity to sneak in nutrients that you can help you feel full and satisfied longer.

There are a number of things you can do to make snacking more enjoyable when trying to lose weight, but registered dietitian Frances Largeman-Roth recommends one thing above all others.

See a dietitian's top snacking tip for weight loss.

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