Different people have different reasons for snacking.

Most often the hustle and bustle of life creates an obstacle for making healthy decisions. And that mad dash is to blame for the majority that grab food loaded with fat and drenching with grease instead of a healthier choice. Ironically, packing a snack can save time. Consider the time you spend in the drive-thru vs. the time it takes to bag something at home.

healthy-foodWhile adults are often the victims of time, kids are victims of their environment. That’s why exposing kids to healthy snack choices is important. Early exposure to good-eating habits will help them carry those habits into later life.

Preparing snacks to take on the go will prevent you from reaching for that french fry or, even worse, the doughnuts in the office break room. Here are some tips for snacking healthy:

  • Pack your snack the night before.
  • Pack cold snacks in an insulated container (it keeps it cold).
  • Remember the tip for cold snacks? Do the same with hot snacks.
  • Make a schedule of all the things you want to pack for the week. You will save more time.

Now that you know how to snack healthy, you need to know what foods are out there. Check out this list of quick and sensible snacks then go enjoy your new found energy!

15 Healthy Snacks:

1. Almonds (Handful or 10 to 12 pieces)

2. Boiled egg

3. String cheese

4. Banana

5. Popcorn (Limit to 1 cup)

6. Apple with one tablespoon peanut butter

7. Yogurt (Low-fat or sugar free)

8. Whole grain crackers

9. Cottage cheese topped with fresh fruit

10. Pretzels (1/2 cup if salted, 1 cup if unsalted)

11. Mandarin orange slices

12. Celery sticks (Instead of dipping in ranch, try peanut butter)

13. Melba toast with tablespoon spreadable cheese

14. Granola topped with fresh strawberries or blueberries

15. Cheerios (1 cup)

Editor’s Note: If you’re having trouble on breaking bad snacking habits, check out this video on developing healthy eating habits.