The YES List For Snacks
Fresh Fruit + Unsalted Nuts
Dried Fruit + Unsalted Nuts
Raw Vegetables + Hummus
Protein Shakes
Protein Bars
Pre packed Tuna/Salmon
Rice cakes + nut butter
Whole grain crackers + Fresh avocado
Plain greek yogurt + Fresh fruits
Ever wonder which quick and easy foods are actually healthy? “Healthy” is the trend now so it’s no surprise that companies are keeping this in mind when branding their not-so-healthy foods. Lucky for you, I am here to clear up all of the confusion and give you a list of snacks that have actually made the healthy list and are great choices if you are always on the go and need something that you can simply throw in your bag or at least super easy to prep, especially if you do it ahead of time.
Trust me I get it! You are one busy mom with a to-do list bigger than life. Aside from having your own life, you have big/little mouth(s) to feed as well and somehow you always manage. Great job! As a mom myself, I fully know what that takes and I am here to make your life a little bit easier.
Here is my list of healthy grab-and-go snacks to help you make healthier choices while you're rippin' and runnin'. Click the links below to purchase the products through Amazon.com and have them sent directly to your door. Each of these snack options can be incorporated into your program to keep you on track. The fresher options with no links provided can be purchased at your local grocery store. Think organic for all fruits and veggies.
Things to Remember:
Most products off the shelf are too high in sodium, sugar, and fat. Be mindful of this when grocery shopping. Products might be advertised as healthy but do your due diligence and flip the product over and read the nutritional panel. If the sodium is higher than 200 mg per serving you might have a hard time keeping your total daily sodium under the recommended amount of 2,000 mg per day. Similarly, if the nutritional panel says the amount of sugar is more than 10 g per serving, you might have a hard time keeping your total daily sugar levels under the recommended amount of 25 g per day. The same attention should be given to the fat content in foods. If an item contains more than 10 g of fat, it might be difficult to keep your daily fat intake under the recommended amount of 40-60g per day.
While some of these items you can throw in your purse and go, others might need a little extra planning. Protein shakes can be made in less than 2 mins but you’ll need to keep your milk cool unless you don’t mind room temp shakes. You can do this easily by storing your almond milk in an insulated bottle and having your protein portioned out in a small container/bag separately. Mix together when ready to consume.
Ideally, you would plan for the freshest food options which would require keeping your fresh fruits and veggies cool. This can easily be accomplished by using an insulated meal prep bag to store your snacks.
Here are a few of the items that will become your favorites, they will literally change your life.
Snacking throughout your day is so beneficial to your fitness success. By eating every few hours you will naturally speed up your metabolism and allow your body to increase its metabolic rate. This will allow you to increase the number of calories you burn while you're sleeping and while you're physically active. Drinking adequate amounts of water throughout your day will tremendously contribute to your success as well so don’t forget to drink water with every meal/snack. Set yourself up for success by taking full control over your nutrition. Prep your breakfast, lunch, and dinner along with your snacks and take them with you on the go in your meal prep bag. Learn how to meal prep in my blog named “The secret to sticking to your meal plan…Meal Prep”. A goal without a plan is just a dream. If you’re one of my clients, you already have a well-designed program that is your blueprint to reach your fitness goals. Apply these tips and tricks to stay on track and watch as your body gets rid of all the excess, unwanted body fat.