Snacks to Keep You Full and Energized
Healthy
people know that a good diet is the key to getting and staying in
shape. Starving yourself with heavy restrictions may get you off to a
fast start, but it’s not sustainable. It’s unhealthy and can make you
very sick or lead to series injuries or illnesses. It can also make you
feel sluggish and tired. Eating the proper amount each day will keep you full, healthy, and energized.
You should aim to eat three meals every
day with two small snacks in between. Unfortunately, while many people
may plan healthy meals, it’s way too easy to fall prey to unhealthy
snacks. Bags of chips or doughnuts in the office are all to tempting,
but they’ll leave you feeling unsatisfied and won’t give you the energy
you need to make it to your next meal. Here are some healthy snack ideas to keep you energized all day.
Almonds
In general, nuts are full of healthy fats
that your body needs to survive. Almonds are packed with filling
protein as well as other nutrients like potassium, calcium and
magnesium. Just be sure to watch your portion size, since the high fat
content means that they are also high in calories.
Guacamole
Who doesn’t love guacamole? Skip the
chips, though, and try one of these healthier options. You can replace a
veggie dip or ranch dressing with guacamole for double the vegetables
and lots of nutrients. In the mornings, you can spread guacamole on a
piece of whole-wheat toast.
Fruit and Cheese
The warmer weather means more access to
fresh product, including delicious fruits. Fruit and cheese is a healthy
snack that can feel indulgent from the sweet fruit and creamy, salty
cheese. However, fruit provides fiber and vitamins, while cheese has
protein and calcium. Be sure you eat more fruit than cheese to limit the
calorie count. Try strawberries, which are in season in many parts of
the country in the spring. Melons have a high water content, which will
help hydrate you, as well.
Peanut Butter & Banana on a Rice Cake
This is a great snack to eat before a
workout. Choose a brown rice cake for complex carbohydrates to give you
energy. Bananas contain potassium that will keep muscle cramps at bay
while the peanut butter has protein that will help you feel full and
prevent your energy levels from crashing after an hour.
Eggs
Eggs are a great protein-rich food. They
contain all the essential amino acids that your body needs to get by
eating foods. Protein keeps you full and helps you build muscle. You can
put eggs on whole-wheat toast, scramble them, make an omelet, mix them
with vegetables, make them into a burrito, fry them, or hard boil them
for a portable snack.
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