Oftentimes, we get mini-cravings for food, whether during the day or at night and the typical behavior for the average person is to reach out for a snack, and the ones that are usually readily available are the unhealthy options.
Finding healthy snacks can prove to be a lot more challenging than one might think. Snacks that are nutritious, lower in calories, and are balanced. 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.
Snacks can be an important part of your diet. They help to provide you with the energy you need to do your work during the day or when you need to exercise. Healthier snack options after exercise can help replenish stored energy and speed up muscle recovery.
Healthy snacking between meals can also help to decrease your hunger and keep you from overeating during mealtime. Another benefit of eating healthy snacks is that it helps you to overcome unhealthy food cravings. Instead of trying to fight off those cravings, it’s considered more effective when you replace them with healthier, more nutritious snacking.
Healthy snacking can also be beneficial to people struggling with their blood sugar levels. Snacks can prevent one’s blood sugar levels from dropping too much between meals, especially the high fiber and high protein ones.
Examples of snacks that help you with quick recovery and provide essential nutrients include yogurt, banana, and peanut butter on toast. Other easy snacks options to have included whole fruits, cut vegetables, cottage cheese, whole-grain crackers, etc. One important point to note about snacking is “portions”. So even though these snacks are healthy, you still have to monitor your portion sizes so that you don’t gain weight from consuming too much of them.
It is evident that consuming healthy snacks are very beneficial to the body in many aspects as stated above. However, for the purpose of this write-up, I’d like to share 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 flavors, 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 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 perfectly 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)
A super easy recipe made from a blend of ingredients properly ground 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 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 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.
Limit your intake of junk-food snacks like chips, candy, cake, cookies, ice cream, etc., and devote more time and energy to eating healthier and more nutritious snacks.
Whenever you find yourself snacking unhealthy, don’t beat yourself up; just make sure not to overindulge in it.
The key always is moderation and balance.
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.