Baked potato chips are a healthier alternative to regular potato chips, but they are still high in sugar, sodium, and packed with added cornstarch. You could instead make a big batch of hummus to last you all week long to dip your fresh veggies in. I have the easiest hummus recipe where all you have to do is toss some tasty ingredients into a blender and voila! Although, I omit the tahini paste so I guess, technically, it can't be called 'hummus' but you can definitely add some if you wish. It's high in protein to keep you feeling full and it's delicious!
Humble Hummus Recipe
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cans chickpeas, drained
3 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
S&P
Place all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth! See, easy.
Frozen yogurt isn't as good for you as you would think either. By it's definition, yogurt should be made with milk that has been fermented with added cultures. Top it off with some sprinkles and fruit, and you have the ideal health snack right? Sadly, no. Sure, it may be healthier than ice cream, but it's actually loaded with additives with names we can't pronounce like maltodextrin, disodium phosphate, cellulose gum-- so calling it frozen yogurt is totally misleading. How about just grabbing some plain yogurt instead? Top it with a drizzle of honey, some fresh fruit and walnuts, and you have a much healthier snack. Or opt for a banana and glass of skim milk. It's fulling protein packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals. I like to freeze my bananas then blend them with a bit of milk and peanut butter. It's faux ice cream, but it's still so tasty and great on those hot summer days!
Everyone loves snacking on Pretzels, but those things are just refined carbs pretty much. And way too high in sodium. Unless you find the low sodium pretzels, I would steer clear. Nuts are packed with good fats, omega-3, and other vitamins and minerals; it's no wonder they are known as nutritional powerhouses. Almonds, cashews, and pistachios are among the top best nuts for you and they can hold you over until dinner. Edamame is a delicious alternative packed with vitamins and protein, but the best part is sucking them out of their fuzzy exteriors.
Beat Temptation
Snacking can be very healthy for you as long as you do it right. It's easy to grab a bag of chips or salty trail mix from the convenience store, but it's just as easy to prepare your own snacks and it's much better for you. Being in the car is probably the worst place to be when you're feeling hungry. It will be tempting to go through the nearest drive-through for some fast food so I recommend keeping a stash of goodies in your glove box. Protein fights off hunger and keeps you feeling full longer!
Pre-measure Snacks
It's easy to go through an entire bag of something when you have it right there in front of you (guilty). You just get caught up in your work and before you realize it, you're fighting for the crumbs at the bottom of your giant bag. Over-snacking defeats the whole purpose of keeping healthy. A couple handfuls of nuts is great, but a couple more and you end up ruining your appetite altogether. And it's good to keep track of your portions.
Play with your Food
Peel, shell, crack your food. Whatever it takes to keep your mind busy while working for that bite in order to forget about your hunger.
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