Ever been angry or upset one minute and then on your couch eating the next, unable to remember why you started eating or how long you had spent munching?

Familiar with the word comfort and the word food – put these words together and people dream of hot fudge sundaes. This is the power comfort foods hold. Unfortunately, it seems that most comfort foods console us with extra fat, calories, and several other ingredients that lack nutritional value. The good news is not all comfort foods are made this way. Here are a few food suggestions to keep within arms’ reach;

Yogurt (with fruit)

The frozen variety tastes pretty similar to its ice cream counterpart, only with less fat. By adding fruit you’re only adding more minerals and vitamins. This comfort food is the perfect snack.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal is all you need for a hot breakfast that will leave you energized for hours to come. Packed with complex carbs, oatmeal is easy to make and much healthier than a sugary cereal you might otherwise eat. Toss in some fruit and nuts to get that sweetness and crunch you crave.

Fruit smoothie

This is the perfect cure for anyone with a sweet tooth and takes only a few minutes to whip up in your blender. Check out our favorite “Tina Kane smoothie recipes.”

So the next time your emotions get the best of you, you can be prepared. Remember to stock the fridge, freezer and cupboard with healthy foods that have good nutritious value and are low in calories and fat so you can enjoy the simple pleasures of comfort food.