Even though the low gi diet releases energy more slowly into the body and thereby making you feel fuller for longer there are still going to be times when you just need a little nibble at something to tide you over until the next meal time.

So here are my top 5 snack attacks:

1.Oatcakes! They are so versatile as you can eat them plain or jazz them up with a topping of your choice. Lots of people like cheese on theirs (but I’m not a cheese fan) so I tend to opt for jam – the type that has really big fruity chunks in, lemon curd or for a savoury option try hummus or pate.

2.A handful of almonds and sultanas. Opt for nuts of your choice as long as they’re not salted or roasted as these are higher in bad fats and salt. Almonds are my all time fave

3.A handful of crunchy oats cereal – you could even put a big spoonful in a yogurt to mix things up a bit. This is also a good breakfast choice.

4.Dried apricots and prunes are also a convenient as they come in snack packs that fit nicely in your bag o you always have them to hand. They also help curb sweet tooth craving moments.

5.Peanut butter on a slice of pumpernickel bread – this is my lower fat version of a Snickers bar (Snickers are a low gi chocolate bar but they are pretty high in fat)

Have a look at the GI food table or low gi recipes for further inspiration.