Working 9 to 5 every day for a long period can mess with our health sometimes. Being on the go does not leave you with much time to make healthy decisions about your eating habits. Our busy lives can keep us from eating the right meals and snacks like we ought to. The only food you can get at work tends to be the vending machine down the hall with mostly fatty and high calorie treats. All these and many other factors tend to keep us from the nutrition we need daily.
Snacking healthy is an important part of our diet but oftentimes, finding healthy snacks that are nutritious, low in calories and are balanced can prove to be a lot more challenging than one might think. Not the typical greasy potato chips, cream-filled donuts, or your favorite candy bars which are usually packed with lots of sugar and unhealthy preservatives. I’m talking about healthy, nutritious snacks that not only look and taste good but can also help you achieve your weight loss goals if you’re trying to reach one.
Eating healthy snacks help to provide you with the energy you need to do your work during the day or when you need to exercise and can also help replenish lost energy and speed up muscle recovery after a long bout of exercise or any intense physical activity.
Healthy snacking between meals helps to decrease hunger, keep you from overeating during meal time and also helps you to overcome unhealthy food cravings. Healthy snacking is also considered very appropriate for people who are struggling with their blood sugar levels. Healthy snacks like the high fiber and high protein ones can help to prevent blood sugar levels from dropping too much between meals.
Examples of nutritious snacks you can adopt to help you with quick recovery and provide essential nutrients include yogurt, banana and peanut butter on toast. Others include whole fruits, cut vegetables, cauliflower hummus, whole grain crackers etc.
One important point to note about snacking is “portions”. So even though some of these snacks are considered healthy, it is still very important to be conscious of the portion sizes so you don’t end up gaining weight from consuming too much of them.
Today, I’ll be sharing with you some of my favorite healthy snacking options that can help fuel your body and are easy to take on the go.
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1. Raspberries/quinoa muffins gluten-free/ blueberries muffins gluten-free and dairy-free
These skinny raspberry chocolate chip quinoa muffins are made without any eggs, dairy, gluten or oil. They’re one hundred percent gluten-free and dairy free. Healthy, packed with lots of flavor, and the loveliest taste and texture
Enjoy great smoothie recipes that give new life to all of your favorite fruits and veggies and transform them into a delightful drink. Packed with healthy and quality ingredients, and made in less than 5 minutes, you can enjoy your smoothies at any time throughout the day.
3. Coconut Yogurt with red fruits (strawberries, or raspberries)
Healthy great tasting ready to eat coconut yogurt garnished with gorgeous looking red fruits such as strawberries or raspberries. Definitely a delicious, fun and healthy delight to have whenever you feel like snacking.
4. Avocado mousse delish
Very easy to prepare, avocado mousse makes a fantastic dipping sauce, and also works as an alternative to making guacamole or as a condiment on sandwiches. With its smooth, silky texture and savory taste, this is definitely one perfectly balanced snack you can enjoy any day and anytime you want.
5. Banana with almond butter and melted dark chocolate on top
This snack makes a perfect healthy sweet treat and is always a great bite to cool you off on hot sunny days. Made from frozen banana slices which are layered with almond butter, then gently dipped in a thin layer of chocolate to give you the great tasting snack you’ll relish for hours even after enjoying the snack.
Transform your oats into fine flour and produce a finished dish with the texture of a moist, creamy cake instead of oatmeal while still enjoying the whole-grain benefits of oats in every bite you take. Adorned also with a combination of red fruits such as raspberries and strawberries.
7. Healthy fudge (find the recipe in my Instagram)
Super easy recipe made from a blend of ingredients properly grinded in a food processor until completely smooth. Enjoy your gluten free, vegan, smooth, rich, ultra tasty, and secretly healthy fudge on the go, at home, at the office, or anywhere else you choose.
8. Baked apple with almond flour/oat crumbs, and coconut yogurt (You can find the recipe on my Tiktok or Instagram page)
Enjoy my great tasting apples baked with almond flour or oat crumbs with added coconut yogurt on top of it. You’ll love it once you get a taste of it and it’s the perfect treat for your afternoon or evening time snacking.
9. Homemade Nutella (Expect to see this recipe in my soon coming gluten free-dairy free eBook)
Enjoy with two slices of gluten-free bread while having it. Take care to be mindful of the type of gluten-free bread that you’re buying.
You should ensure that the label reads no added sugar before buying. Usually I make mine myself but when I don’t, I buy from Base Culture
10. Lastly, you can also try out my on the go Matcha.
It’s tasty, delicious and you’ll love it as a snack once you try it.
Moderation is the watchword; make sure not to overindulge yourself when it comes to snacking.
Be conscious about what you eat. Healthy eating is priceless.
With Love and gratitude as always, Xo!
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Disclaimer: Please note that I am not your doctor while I am a health coach by profession. This article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice nor does it establish any kind of medical relationship between you and me. I will not be held liable or responsible for any damage resulting from or related to your use of this information.
Much Love X!