Description
Simple guidelines for making better snack choices every day.
Ingredients
- Fresh fruit
- Vegetables sticks
- Nuts or seeds (small portion)
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Whole-grain crackers
- Water or unsweetened tea
Instructions
- Plan your snacks ahead of time to avoid impulse buying.
- Pair protein or fiber with carbohydrates to increase fullness.
- Keep healthy options visible and accessible in your kitchen.
- Drink a glass of water before reaching for a snack to check for thirst.
- Portion out snacks instead of eating directly from the container.
- Choose whole foods over processed snack bars or chips.
- Eat slowly and pay attention to your body’s hunger signals.
Notes
- Prepare vegetable sticks like carrots and celery at the beginning of the week.
- Measure out a serving of nuts (about 1/4 cup) to control intake.
- If you buy yogurt, look for varieties with low added sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Health
- Method: Planning
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Varies by snack choice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 30
Keywords: healthy snacking, daily tips, mindful eating, portion control, whole foods, snack ideas, nutrition