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Healthy Snacks

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I get asked all the time: what is a healthy snack? Is this bar OK? How about this drink? What about protein cookies?


RULES OF HEALTHY SNACKS:

  1. Ask: is my snack real food?

  2. Look at the ingredients, the fewer the better

  3. Can you pronounce and/or do you know most of the ingredients?

  4. Check the carb count. Many “healthy bars” may be too high in carbs (sugar, honey, oats, agave nectar, etc).

My Quick List:

Here is a quick list of healthy snacks that I would eat and recommend:

RX Bars

I like these bars because of their real food content. All real food.

Eden Seeds

Eden sells several different seeds and snacks. Very good and clean company. Buy these online.

RX Bar

Here is the breakfast version that is a little higher in carbs. You can cut it in half and enjoy it twice.

LARA


BAR

Here is another real food bar. Low ingredients. I Always cut these bars in half (high carb). Goes good with a few nuts.

Kind Bars

The original Kinds Bars are still a good choice for a bar. There sugar content is usually around 5 grams. Many of their new products are not so kind on the body however…..

Other Ideas:

  1. Avocados

  2. Dark Chocolate (70% or greater)

  3. Apples, Oranges, Cherry Tomatoes, Berries, and more

  4. Beef Jerky

  5. Mixed Nuts and Seeds (please measure out portions)

  6. Low carb or Keto Bars

  7. Hard Cheeses (if you handle dairy)

  8. Cottage Cheese

  9. Lunch Meat (Turkey, Ham, etc)

What is your favorite healthy snack? I am always open to suggestions.

Ready to change your food choices and lose weight?  Contact Jason Cornish, Medical Fitness Specialist, Personal Trainer, and Health Coach in Auburn, AL today at 402-521-0314 or email at jason.a.cornish@gmail.com.

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