Snacking is a common habit that almost everybody does. Can it be healthy? Yes! The trick is keeping our snacks unprocessed and plant-based. We often reach for things like chips, cookies, crackers, and even candy.
Try some of these tips to help you make smart food choices throughout the day:
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Avoid snacks that come out of a package. Focus on fresh produce and items that you have prepared ahead of time.
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Drink first. Sometimes we snack because we are thirsty, so make sure you are getting plenty of fluids and staying hydrated. Take a glass water bottle with you throughout your day to remind you to drink.
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Prep ahead. Make your snacks while you are preparing other meals. For example, if you are making roasted potatoes, make a few extra for your afternoon snack the next day. If you’re making hummus or guacamole, put some in small snack-sized containers along with a bag of pre-cut veggies for the next day’s snacks. Whenever you are chopping veggies or fruit, chop a few extra and portion them out for snacks. Make bigger salads and enjoy the extra for a snack as well.
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Place a fruit basket on your office desk. We often think these baskets are made for our kitchens and homes when in fact a fruit basket is also well suited for the office. You could be setting the perfect example for others in the workplace too.
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Try not to let yourself become ravenously hungry or shall I say “hangry”. When we reach that point of hunger, we tend to grab anything which often means snacking on empty calories loaded with salts, sugars, and oils.
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