Healthy Holiday Tip #2

Plan for healthy snacks throughout the day. Snacking can be beneficial for fueling our bodies if we keep it in moderation and are smart about our choices. During the holiday season, eating a small snack before going to an event or having a larger holiday meal can help curb your appetite and prevent overindulging. However, during the pandemic where we may not be going anywhere, we can use the same strategy even in our own homes.

Ideally, you’re looking to pair a starch with a protein source or a healthy fat that will keep you feeling fuller for longer and fueled until your next meal.

I put together a list of 10 TASTY & NUTRITIOUS snacks to help you maintain healthy eating habits.

1. Apple slices dipped in a low-fat vanilla yogurt sprinkled with cinnamon

2. Whole grain crackers topped with low-fat cheese slices

3. Veggies of your choice to dip into hummus

4. Create me a yogurt parfait using non-fat yogurt + fruit + low-fat granola

5. Make a trail mix (Cheerios + dried fruit + nuts) - be mindful of serving sizes

6. Use Bake pita or tortilla chips to scoop up salsa

7. Select a small piece of fruit and pair it with a reduced-fat cheese stick

8. Slice up some veggie into sticks and dip into guacamole

9. Blend up a smoothie (1/2 cup milk + 3oz low-fat yogurt + 1/2 cup fruit of choice)

10. Create a different snack using low-fat cottage cheese + fruit of choice (pineapple, raisins, or diced tomatoes)

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