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The time in between lunch and dinner can feel like a marathon. You've likely experienced multiple weeknights where you're itching for dinner soon after lunch, and you're not alone in that -- after all, dinner is traditionally the largest meal of the day (and for some, the most delicious). When you'd like to wait until an appropriate dinner time, snacks are a great option to help you feel full. "When it comes to building a snack that will help you feel full throughout the afternoon, it's important to consider ," says registered dietitian Amanda Blechman, RD, CDN. Below, we've outlined some dietitian-recommended snacks that can keep you full until dinner without ruining your appetite.