Did I catch you sniffing around the kitchen? I’m not here to bust your chops…don’t worry.
I hope you just reached for a handful of almonds! Be honest, did you?
Most people actually do okay with their diets in the morning – but if you work in an office, someone’s always gotta be bringing in those donuts or bagels or breakfast goodie platters. It’s like, come on people…what happened to just having some eggs or oatmeal at home? Didn’t you eat your Cheerios??
Let’s say for the sake of argument that you do manage to avoid or simply choose not to eat that crap (sorry folks, that’s what it isss).
You had a good breakfast, you’re sipping your water, didn’t have too much coffee, and are feeling pretty good about yourself. You even squeezed in a 30 minute workout before the kids woke up. Wow, look at you!
Then 10:30am hits and you feel ravenous. What can you nosh on to get you to lunch?
In a word – Fiber.
Having a high fiber snack is the best way to feel full, stay full longer. Plus – we all need a little more fiber to help our systems run more smoothly, so getting a steady stream of it throughout the day is a great way to make sure you get enough.
Plus – you make it to lunch sneaking to the kitchen for a Krispy Kreme.
Here are my top High Fiber Snacks…
- Almonds/Raisins (thank you Valerie Waters!)
- Apple or Pear Slices warmed up with almond butter on them (thanks MB!)
- Almond butter warmed up with banana slices and unsweetened coconut
- Greek Yogurt with 1 tbs of ground flaxseed meal, raisins and a few almonds
- Protein shake – water, protein powder, banana, blueberry, uncooked oatmeal, almond butter, yeah I go crazy on this one, but it works for me.
- Raspberries or Blueberries with a bit of Greek 0% yogurt (lots of fiber in them berries!)
- String Cheese & Raw Veggies
- Raw Cacao Nibs mixed with #1, #2, #3, #6
Some of these you can use as your morning snack, some in the afternoon.
As you can see, I usually have nuts or lowfat cheese with a fruit or veggie. It works and it always keeps me full longer. If you aren’t into almonds…try walnuts. If you aren’t into pears, try apples.
Ok, so that’s it folks…those are my go to snacks. I have 2 or 3 per day and I always keep something on hand to nibble on if I need it.
Make it easy on yourself, get some nuts, dried fruit (without the sugar), and maybe even some raw cacao nib. Keep them close at work, at home, in your purse. Wherever you need to fight off the munchies.
I’m always looking for new snack ideas, so if you have something you love, that is simple, easy to transport, and healthy, LEAVE A COMMENT below so we can all try it!
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All good ideas here. A morning snack that works for me is to cut an apple into slices and then spread peanut butter on each slice. This provides me a great combo of both protein and fiber. This snack also helps me roll into lunch a little easier.
Almond butter and apples is what I do too! Sometimes I like it in the afternoon too…and got the great idea to sprinkle some cinnamon on the apples.
Thanks for the comment
I love pears and edamame! Yum. I also make ‘balls’ for my family as snacks. I just open the cupboards and throw things in a bowl and make balls. Usually oatmeal + peanutbutter or almondbutter + honey + chia seeds or ground flaxseeds. Or grind up some nuts with some dried fruit and make into balls (kind of like homemade Lara bars). My toddlers thinks they’re cookies!
.-= Jessica´s last blog ..last minute bento =-.
Ooh Jessica, I just revisited your comment! I’d love to know exactly what you do to make the balls! Both me and my daughter would love those! She’s a very active 2 1/2 year old…and these sound like a great snack for her always on the run behavior!