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Our genes have not evolved nearly as fast as our food industry has. So there are times when we crave a snack, and will find one no matter what. I usually grab whatever is easiest and ready to go. I often can't be bothered to even peel an apple and will just grab something that comes in a bag.
I've found that preparing some snacks before-hand only takes a couple of minutes, but leaves me with much healthier options that are just as easy. If you're worried about losing weight, then this is an easy first step!
1. Go Nuts!Want to make sure you truly enjoy your healthy snack? Check out my previous post Relaxed Snacks.
Get a nut mix from the store, or buy your favorite nuts and mix them. You can also add some raisins for a sweet touch. Don't add too much dried fruit, since it mostly has carbs that you'll burn through quickly. Nuts are fat, but that means you'll feel full longer too. And they have lots of great vitamins and minerals.
2. Veggie-fries
Peel a carrot. Cut it in strips about the size of a French fry (do NOT think about French fries, or this might go horribly wrong!) Put them in a box in the fridge to snack on when you're craving something crunchy. Other vegetables that are great for this are bell pepper, cucumber and celery.
3. Boiled Eggs
Eggs are not the dangerous bombs of cholesterol they're made out to be. They're very nutritious, carry lots of vitamins (A, B (2, 4, 6, 12) D and E) and minerals (iron, zinc, calcium, iodine, selenium) and will provide you with a good filler. If you're worried about fat and cholesterol, don't eat the yolk.
(I do advise that you read up on cholesterol first. This is a good place to start, when you have time)
I keep some hard boiled eggs in the fridge at all times!
Do you have any other ideas for healthy snacks? Let me know below!
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