When hunger strikes in the evening, it can be tempting to dig into a favorite snack. But some foods can interfere with a good night’s sleep and have the potential to derail a healthful eating plan.

Here are a few snacks that won’t disturb your sleep or your healthy diet:

• Instead of potato chips, have some carrot sticks or fresh cucumber chunks. Seasoned, air-popped popcorn or a handful of nuts also make healthy, low-calorie evening snacks.
• Craving something sweet? Try fresh raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and melon.
• As an alternative to ice cream, fat-free yogurt or low-fat cottage cheese with fresh fruit like pineapple can satisfy your cravings.

Eating smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day also can help curb the desire to indulge in the wee hours.