Not too long ago I wrote about the brief “loss” of my normally-insatiable appetite and intuitive eating. Well, if the last couple of days are any indication, then my appetite is back with a vengeance!

Both Monday and Tuesday I had 2 breakfasts (smoothie + blueberry muffin one day, yogurt bowl + muffin the other)—and still gobbled up my lunch around 11:30 rather than noon.

As somebody with a BMI and weight on the cusp of low and average, I’m beginning to wonder if I eat enough.

Thankfully, I’ve never been obsessed with calories or portion size. I eat until I’m no longer hungry, and if my stomach starts rumbling between meals, I’ll have a snack.

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Actually, I’m more prone to eating too much by trying to clear my plate (especially at restaurants) rather than eating too little.

Having begun a regular Bikram yoga practice (during which, I’ve read, one can burn anywhere from 500 to 1000 calories!), I’m curious to know if I should start paying more attention to my meals—especially to protein and fats.

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Believe me when I say losing weight is the LAST thing I want to do! If anything, I’d like to put on a few pounds so I can buy clothes suitable for a 29 year old (as opposed to a teenager:-().

• What are your thoughts on calorie (and macronutrient) counting?
• Do you think it’s beneficial—or does it do more harm than good?

Guess it’s something I’ll think about.

In the meantime, I want to share some healthy and typical snacks that often keep my hunger at bay.

Trail Mix/Nuts: Whether it’s homemade (you can throw basically anything together and call it trail mix) or store bought, I try to stick to lightly-salted or raw nuts, dried fruits like raisins and cranberries, and seeds. A small handful is perfect to calm my early morning (or late afternoon) hunger pangs in between meals.

Fruit: My go-to fruit is the humble banana, but I’ll also slice an apple and top with nut butter or dig into a bowl of fresh strawberries and blueberries (especially during the summertime).

Veggies + Hummus: Hummus is something of which I’ll never tire—and fresh carrots are usually my dipper of choice. I also enjoy celery slices stuffed with peanut butter or broccoli dipped in Goddess or ranch dressing.

Greek Yogurt: ‘Nuff said. Also satisfies any dessert/sweets cravings.

I think my snack choices are generally healthy, although sometimes you just need a cupcake, cookie, or piece of chocolate to make it through the day!

• What are some of your sensible snacks?