Five Healthy Snacks for the Next Time You Have the Munchies
Posted by admin in Healthy Snacks on September 29, 2011
Clearly, it should be yummy. And it should satisfy whatever craving you may have (if you want sweet, then endless bags of salty chips may make you feel sick, but they won’t satisfy the craving for something sweet). It should be quick to prepare, and easy to carry with you to wherever you may want to eat it. It shouldn’t be overly high in calories, or messy to eat. And it should have some nutritional value (protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals…)
Each of these snacks has 250 calories or less.
Something salty?
Black bean dip with tortilla chips and celery sticks. Low glycemic load, so it won’t cause your blood sugar to spike after eating it.
Black bean dip recipe (serves 6):
- 1 can black beans (rinse thoroughly), 1/4 c cream cheese, 1/4 c shredded cheddar cheese; heat in microwave on high for 1 minutes, stir til creamy Read the rest of this entry »
Healthy Food Tips – Choosing Foods That Are Good For You
So why healthy food? Why is eating healthy so important?
If you’re trying to watch your weight, a healthy diet is vital to help you achieve your weight goals. Even if you’re not dieting, a good diet is still important to help give you energy and make you feel your best.
The healthy food facts are that you should:
1. Eat a variety of foods from all the different food groups.
2. Make sure you get enough fibre (found in fruit, vegetables and wholegrain cereals).
3. Make sure you eat lots of fruit and vegetables.
4. Choose foods that are high in iron and calcium.
5. Consume sugary foods and alcohol only occasionally, and then in small amounts.
6. Make sure you limit fatty foods to small amounts, especially saturated fats (found in butter and some oils). Read the rest of this entry »