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6 Natural Appetite Suppressants to Snack on This Summer

1 – Crunchy Vegetables

Rich in water and fiber but low in calories (15 kcal/100g on average), cherry tomatoes, radishes, carrot or cucumber sticks, and cauliflower florets pleasantly curb hunger by occupying the mouth and filling the stomach. Keep them in the fridge.

2 – Mint

Its refreshing taste and fragrance chase away sugar cravings. When hunger strikes, sip a glass of water with a few drops of peppermint essential oil (or unsweetened mint water) or chew strong mint gum.

3 – The Hard-Boiled Egg

Its compact texture provides instant satisfaction, while high-quality proteins and micronutrients promote lasting satiety. Ideal 15 minutes before heading out to skip aperitif biscuits (limit to no more than 6 eggs per week in all forms).

4 – Agar-Agar

This 100% plant-based gelling agent from red algae is ultra-rich in soluble fiber (mucilage) that swells in the stomach for a sense of fullness. Dissolve 1g in a cup of herbal tea or tea.

5 – The Apple

A proven classic! Its pectin—a fiber that swells with liquid—fills the stomach and stabilizes blood sugar levels. Keep one in your bag.

6 – 0% Cottage Cheese Sprinkled with Cinnamon

Compact and protein-packed for sustained satiety, paired with cinnamon's aroma to satisfy sweet cravings without sugar. Perfect for those sugar impulses.

Insights from Valérie Orsoni, renowned coach (lebootcamp.com/fr) and author of “The Orsoni Method” (Reader’s Digest Selection).