Snack Attack

     Everyone loves to have some snacks every now and then.  You might be watching a movie, hanging with friends, or maybe lunch was not as filling as you thought. Before I get to my suggestions let me say that there is nothing wrong with having a bag of chips or cupcake if you don’t make a habit or eating those every day.  Snacking is fine if you do it mindfully and make the right choices. There are plenty of great choices out there that can make snacking guilt free.  The obvious choices would be fruits and vegetables.  Which are GREAT choices, but sometimes we are craving things that are salty or sweet and that’s where I want to help you make the better choices.  

Sweet Options::

Fruit with whipped cream

Celery, banana or apples with peanut butter

Smoothies

 

Baked or sautéed cinnamon apples or pears (honey and cinnamon is all you need)

 

Dark Chocolate (has to be dark, they have some really good dark chocolate covered nuts out there)

Salty Options::

Roasted, unsalted nuts

Homemade popcorn (so many flavors to try when you make it yourself)

Vegetables with hummus

Edamame (soy beans) they can be eaten raw right out the pods or you can roast them off to make a crunchy snack.

Kale chips(my personal favorite) I find that the pre-packaged kale makes for crispier chips, just toss with olive oil and your favorite spices place in the oven for about 15 minutes, checking frequently, until they are crisp. **Be careful there is a fine line between done and burnt**

I hope these options open your eyes to all the great possibilities out there for your next snack. Also to help you think outside the box next time you want a snack!

          Live Healthy,

                      Nadia