Healthy Snack Tips from GO Fitness

Late night snacks or stealing cookies from the cookie jar are guilty pleasures that you cannot afford to have while trying to lose weight. But not all snacks are inherently bad for your weight loss plan, and in fact there are healthy snacks that you can prepare for yourself and stay entirely on track. Follow these tips for snacking at home or while out with friends.

Make sure your snack is between 150-200 calories and includes a good balance of protein, carbs and fat. An apple and a string cheese or a handful of almonds makes a great, filling, fibrous and well balanced snack.

 As much as possible choose snacks that have a high fiber content, because fiber helps you to feel full, removes fats and toxins, and helps you to have enough energy to keep you up for a period of time. Fruits and whole grain snacks are good examples of high energy and fiber-rich snacks.

Dairy can also be a good choice, but choose low-fat, low-calorie products (2% or less) otherwise you'll be adding weight instead of losing it! Greek yogurt or cheese are a great choice, packed with vitamins, calcium, and protein

Try to avoid processed snacks whenever possible. They are convenient and sometimes they are the best choice when on the go or in a bind, but despite their low calorie content they often have little nutritional benefit and can contribute to a sugar-level imbalance in your body. Real, whole foods are best!

Finally, always consult with your personal trainer on how to balance your diet with your regular level of activity.

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