Friday, January 11, 2013


I'm a night time snacker, and every time i try to find something to munch on after classes, I'm always faced with so many unhealthy option. Here are a few friendly choices:
Salty
Popcorn:  If you are popping your own, pop it in a little oil and then add a sprinkle of salt or popcorn flavoring. If microwaving it, choose a light butter or a low fat butter option. Plus, don't get carried away, watch your portions.  
Nuts and seeds: Choose only a handful to get rid of your craving or to help fill you up.  
Cheese: You can have a small amount of low-fat cheese. This includes string cheese, cheese slices, and even cottage cheese.  
Pickles: It may sound like an unusual snack, but it is salty, tasty, and low in calories.
Pretzels: a low fat healthy crunchy salty option.
Veggies with dip: Most dips are horrible for you, and full of fat. However, you can make a great dip from low fat sour cream or better yet plain yogurt. Add seasonings and herbs of your choice (light on the salt). This is a low fat option that will taste fantastic and you can then dip your carrots, cucumbers, and celery in it!  
Sweet
Fruit: - There are a lot of good options including bananas, melons, and berries
Cereal: Having a small bowl of cereal can make you feel full and fulfill your sweet tooth. Pick one that is low in calories and fat, with just a bit of sweet to it.  
Toast with honey or jam: - Make toast and skip the butter. Add a bit of jam or honey for a healthy and delicious twist.  
Sweet flavored rice cakes: crunchy and satisfying. Finish it with a small glass of milk or juice and you should be feeling pretty good
Yogurt: Have a small bowl or dish of flavored yogurt. There are tons of options to choose from and even the varieties that are regular have very little fat and only a few calories.
Low fat graham crackers: Sweet and tasty in a few different flavors. Be careful how many you eat though.  
Drinks
Milk: aim for less fat and choose a lower fat or no fat option (skim, 1%, 2%). Have six ounces. It is just under a cup and should help fill you up.  
Juice: Make sure you are drinking real juice (100%) and not a small portion type of juice with lots of added sugars
Tea: - Whether you like it hot or cold a good cup of tea can help make for a good night. Choose something herbal or decaffeinated so it doesn't keep you up. If you like it sweetened add a tablespoon of honey rather then sugar.

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  1. I enjoy your blog, but the color change in the font is hard on my eyes.

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