When it comes to leading a lifestyle it truly begins with the choices we make regarding our food. This is an area where many individuals struggle as food holds a place, in our lives. However aspiring for health doesn’t necessarily entail adhering to a diet plan. By implementing adjustments and emphasizing balance and nutritious snacks you can gradually improve your well being. Here are some fantastic ideas to get you started on this journey.
Veggies and Dip
An easy healthy snack to start with is simply combining veggies with your favorite type of dip. This might be bell peppers, cucumber dipped in hummus, or carrots and celery in guacamole. Love broccoli? Cut it up into small pieces, bring along a healthy dip like hummus, homemade ranch dip, or guacamole, and go to town! Many different flavored dips kick up your snack a little without packing on the fat or calories.
Homemade Protein Balls
If you are a fan of protein bars but don’t want the bars loaded with sugar and ingredients, you can make your own. Instead of bars, it is easier to combine the ingredients and make oat balls. You can grab one or two for a snack when heading out the door, pack it for lunch, or enjoy it at home. Protein balls come in different varieties with tons of recipes, but the basic recipe uses oats, chocolate chips, peanut butter, and ingredients like seeds.
Oatmeal with Toppings
If you find yourself with a moment preparing a bowl of oatmeal can be a satisfying and nourishing snack that offers an amount of fiber and protein. Typically containing around 100 calories, per serving oatmeal is considered to be a snack especially when paired with your toppings. You have the freedom to personalize it by adding ingredients like banana, with peanut butter or almond butter chocolate chips or cacao nibs chia seeds, granola and much more. The options are truly endless!
Yogurt and Berries or Granola
If you’re looking for a snack to enjoy either at home or while on the go simply take some yogurt. Add a generous serving of berries. To make it more satisfying and nutritious you can sprinkle some granola on top. This is an tasty snack option when you have Greek yogurt and berries available. Additionally other delicious toppings to consider include nut butter, honey and granola.
