Studies show that snacking is the key to keeping weight off, but only if you eat the right kind of snacks.
While it might seem that cutting out snacks might be a good way to lose weight, eliminating them can mean being overly hungry at the next meal (which usually leads to overindulgence).
There is a healthy way to snack, which means choosing healthy options and forgoing late-night snacks, according to the Mayo Clinic. I like a snack, which will fill me up, but not so much that it will tire me out (I need energy from my snacks, not a slump).
Generally I like to make my snacks a mix of protein and whole grains or protein and fruit or veggies, and most of all I, like a kid, like a snack to be fun to eat and enjoyable.
Without further ado, check out some healthy snacks for grown-ups that I regularly eat and enjoy. (All of these would be healthier than cookies-and-milk options for kids, too.) Just because you’re an adult, doesn’t mean that an afternoon snack should be ignored.
Nuts, trail mix and nut bars: Not only are nuts (and seeds) delicious in a variety of ways, but they are high in proteins and healthy fats, which keep you satisfied between meals. Keeping mixed nuts (try unsalted, raw nuts instead of the roasted, salted kind for a fresh taste and an even healthier option) or nut bars around for hungry times can keep you going during a workout, or through the morning.
Berries: Blackberries, blueberries, strawberries and raspberries are low-calorie, high-flavor snack packed with antioxidants, and there aren’t many people who find them unappealing. I eat a small bowl of these mixed fruits one berry at a time, to both enjoy each one (no two blueberries taste exactly alike) and slow down the snacking. Berries keep well in the fridge for almost a week, and frozen berries are almost as tasty as fresh (and are a great cool-down snack after a workout). Berries, especially wild ones (keep an eye out for these at the farmers market in a couple of months), are so healthy that they are considered to be in the too 10 healthiest foods.
Protein drink mixes: A delicious smoothie can be a super-satisfying snack and feel like a treat. They can also fit the niche for when you feel like something a little sweet to drink instead of chew.
All fruit smoothies: Similar to protein drink mixes, a fruit smoothie made with some berries, mango or pear can be a sweet treat It will definitely beat a late-afternoon sugar craving.
Ingredients:
1 cup hulled strawberries 1/2 cup blueberries ½ cup blackberries, ½ cup raspberries 1 kiwi, peeled 1 6oz. container of honey Greek yogurt 1 T honey 1 ½ cups of ice 2-3 Oz of Caffe D’Vita Fruit Cream Smoothie Vanilla Base Granola to top
Instructions Set aside half of the container of yogurt and the granola for topping.
Blend the remaining ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth. Separate into 4 glasses and top with yogurt and granola. Enjoy! Customer Service and Premium Ingredients remain our greatest priorities as we continue to develop new and exciting products. Please shop the website for a complete listing of products available to you…our valued customer.
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Customer Service and Premium Ingredients remain our greatest priorities as we continue to develop new and exciting products. Please shop the website for a complete listing of products available to you…our valued customer.
If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita foodservice distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers.
To contact us, simply click here or call us at 800-200-5005 x315.
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