Just Here for the Snacks
Who doesn’t love a good snack in between meals? We all have been known to snack between meals. Sometimes it’s out of boredom, stress or just simply being HUNGRY. Don’t let anyone tell you that snacking is a bad habit! When you are hungry— EAT! We have those internal cues for a reason. Snacks should include foods that are high in protein and fiber. Protein is needed for repair and growth. Fiber is found in fruits, vegetables and whole grain foods. Fiber is great for regulating digestion and helps with that “full” feeling of satiety. Foods that lack these nutrients will not keep you full and you will be searching for more about 20-30 minutes after. Beware of those vending machines that are loaded with chips, cookies, candy that are filled with less nutritious options. They may taste good, but you’ll be shaking the machine every 20 minutes for a snack again since they aren’t filling.
Machines are convenient. It would be great if more nutritious options existed in all vending machines with more protein and fiber. Life is busy and sometimes we don’t have time to pack the yummy more complicated / fun snacks from home.
Start to try to pack snacks on the go that have protein, complex carbs and some healthy fat. Some better options are fresh fruits paired with protein such as peanut or almond butter, Greek yogurt topped with your fruit of choice, a green smoothie with added protein, a handful of almonds, vegetables and hummus or guacamole or tzatziki sauce, snack cheeses, cottage cheese and blueberries, avocado on whole grain toast or seed crackers. Homemade popcorn, seaweed snacks, fish/mushroom or venison jerky, dark chocolate, kale chips, dried cheese, dark chocolate covered nuts or seeds, dried edamame or toasted bean snacks are also great options and all portable.
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