Are you sitting at your desk right now wishing you had a big piece of chocolate cake? Ever wondered why you feel the overwhelming urge for a sugary snack each afternoon? In their article, The Science Behind the 3 p.m. Snack Slump, thekitchcn.comoffers scientific facts about the late afternoon slump as well as ways to curb your desire for sugar and fat with healthy options. 5 Healthy Ways to Beat Your Afternoon Snack Cravings. They even mention that sleep may play a big part in this daily crave. Instead of willing yourself to not eat junk, maybe you should just go to bed!