I’ve been dieting for a few weeks, but I get hungry before bed and I literally find myself in front of the cupboard. I tell myself I’m just going to have a snack, but then I regret it. Can I allow myself this much, or should I see it as completely ruining my diet?
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6I totally understand that feeling of finishing in front of that cupboard, but honestly, my nutritionist warned me about nighttime snacks. They said the body has a harder time metabolizing what you eat at night. Why not try to distract yourself somehow? 
I think this is a very normal situation. I’ve experienced things like this while on a diet too. If you’re feeling hungry at night, maybe you need to balance your meals a bit better during the day. Does this happen all the time, or just on certain days? 
But I mean, how can I go on a diet and also cheat? I think you need to draw a clear line. That little snack you mentioned might unknowingly turn into a habit. Patience is everything, you know.
Actually, the issue is completely about listening to your body. If you’re consistently feeling hungry at night, it could be related to a hormonal imbalance or insufficient calorie intake. You should consult a dietitian, as a simple blood test can provide clearer insights.
As an update, I usually try to eat very lightly in the evenings, but maybe I need to eat more during lunch or something. When I wake up at night, I just can’t go back to sleep, and just thinking about food makes me feel like I’m in a crisis 
To be honest, I think this is just a lack of discipline. I mean, my mother’s words are always in my ears, “there’s no harm in going to bed hungry, but getting used to being full is bad.” You can’t do it without showing a bit of willpower.