Tag Archives: Healthy Snacks

June 21, 2017

HOW TO BEAT THE SNACK ATTACK #5.

Here’s how to kill off unhealthy cravings whenever they hit…

Problem – late evenings.
Even though we’ve eaten dinner and we aren’t really hungry, many of us still snack. The trigger is often boredom or stress, but another reason may be that you haven’t eaten enough during the day.

Solution – eat regular meals.
Sensible and regular eating throughout the day will make it easier for you to avoid mindless evening grazing. You could also try cleaning your teeth or filling your evening with an evening class, for example.

April 10, 2017

HOW TO BEAT THE SNACK ATTACK #3.

salmon

Here’s how to kill off unhealthy cravings whenever they hit…

Problem – afternoon slump.
It’s normal to feel a bit sleepy around 2-4pm because this is the time we get a natural dip in our 24-hour biological clock. But the problem is that the sleepiness can lead to sugar cravings, because we are unconsciously looking to lift our energy levels.

Solution – low-carb lunch.
Eating a lunch that’s not too carb heavy can minimise the post-lunch dip. You can also beat an afternoon sugar craving with a handful of nuts or seeds rich in good fat and contain a chemical that stimulates the release of an appetite-suppressing hormone.

January 1, 2016

HEALTHY SNACKS UNDER 100 CALORIES.

Almonds

Happy New Year! Feeling bloated and ready for a detox? Try these low calorie snacks to help you on the road to recovery.

These nutritious snack ideas are a great way to get you back into healthy eating after the inevitable Christmas indulgence. Add these snacks into a healthy diet, will help you to feel full in between meals while you’re trying to lose weight.

Eating frequently throughout the day keeps your metabolism stoked and your hunger from getting out of hand (which can lead to overeating). These snacks under 100 calories are healthy, satisfying, and they wont derail your diet.

1. 1 medium orange (60 calories), 1 piece dark chocolate (35)
These 2 are a powerhouse of antioxidants; plus, you get to eat chocolate!

2. ½ apple (40), ½ banana (50)
Slice these two delicious fruits up together to make a mini fruit salad that makes for a satisfying option that’s full of fibre and vitamins. Sprinkle a little metabolism boosting cinnamon on top if you want more flavour.

3. 1 medium red bell pepper (40), 2 tablespoons hummus (50)
Slice up your bell pepper and enjoy this colourful treat guilt free.

4. 2 tablespoons plain yogurt (60), 6 large strawberries (36)
With this you get a healthy serving of digestive-friendly probiotics and calcium from the yogurt and antioxidants and fibre from the berries.

5. 3 level teaspoons peanut butter (75), 2 large stalks of celery (20)
The celery makes for a satisfying ‘crunch’ and the fat and protein in the peanut butter will help you feel full longer.

6. 7 almonds (50), 1 kiwi (50)
The best low calorie snacks are the ones that provide a good balance of fats, proteins and carbs; this one is perfect.

7. 1 cup of almost any raw fruit or vegetable (100)
Almost all fruits and veggies are under 100 cals per cup, some of them are much less. Raw fruits and veggies are ideal options, reach for these whenever possible.

8. 1 ounce mozzarella cheese (70), 1 medium tomato (25)
Slice up a fresh tomato and enjoy a serving of skim mozzarella cheese for a healthy and nutritious snack.