Snacking should be a vital part of your food intake throughout the day. Many people feel guilty allowing themselves to snack in between meals but snacking can help us in more than one way. First it stabilizes blood sugars throughout the day leading to more consistent (and even higher!) energy levels. Second, it helps cut down your portion sizes at your meals because you are less hungry. But what makes a healthy snack?
You want a combination of healthy, high fiber carbohydrates, paired with some lean protein and a mix of healthy fats. Here are some great grab n go items during summer time!

– Greek yogurt with 1/4c berries
– Kashi or KIND bar
– Cut up fresh veggies with 2 tbsp Cedar’s hummus
– Whole grain or Wasa light crackers with a wedge of Laughing Cow cheese or Babybel
– 15 grapes and 1 oz low sodium turkey breast meat
– Apple and 1 tbsp peanut butter
– 1 cup fruit and yogurt smoothie
– 3 cups air popped popcorn with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and garlic powder
– ½c grape tomatoes and string cheese stick

What are YOUR favorite summer snacks? Comment below to win a smoothie recipe booklet!

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Devine Nutrition
Kelly Devine Rickert MS, RDN, CSSD, LDN
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