Our schedules are changing from summer’s sun and fun, to fall’s cool and going back to school. Most of us are a little busier and on the go in the fall, so it is important that we are prepared to grab a quick and healthy snack. Here are some ideas for healthy, grab ‘n go weight loss surgery friendly snacks:
Fruits
Dried, fresh or even travel sized containers of fruit in their own juices are a quick and healthy approach to getting in your daily fruit requirement. Berries, chunks of melon and other fruits in a baggy are easy to enjoy as you are on the go. Bananas provide their own container making them an easy take-along snack.
Nutrition Bite: 1 medium banana is 85.1 calories
Raw Vegetables
Vegetables are easy to take along and jam-packed with nutrients, providing a great source of fiber. For some variety, add a little dipping to the mix; try hummus, yogurt, light or fat-free salad dressing. Do your prep work ahead of time and have your veggies sitting in the refrigerator ready to go.
Nutrition Bite: 1 cup of green pepper slices is 18 calories
Protein Bars & Drinks
This is a great grab ’n go to help you get in your protein requirements. When selecting your protein bar - be mindful of the use of high-quality proteins, the sugar and fat grams in bars, and calorically if it is a snack or a meal replacement. For a protein drink, pack your protein powder and bring a bottle of water to mix for a refreshing, healthy snack.
Nutrition Bite: One serving of CLICK Espresso Protein Drink is 120 calories
Cheeses
Lowfat cheeses that are packaged for travel are a time saver! String cheese and soft cheese packaged in circular or triangle shaped single servings pack a punch of protein. Another option is to cube cheese the night before in preparation to take the next day. Enjoy these alone or combine with fresh veggies or fruit for a filling on the go snack.
Nutrition Bite: 1 Sargento Light String Cheese is 50 calories
Look for more ideas on Friday!
Fruits
Dried, fresh or even travel sized containers of fruit in their own juices are a quick and healthy approach to getting in your daily fruit requirement. Berries, chunks of melon and other fruits in a baggy are easy to enjoy as you are on the go. Bananas provide their own container making them an easy take-along snack.
Nutrition Bite: 1 medium banana is 85.1 calories
Raw Vegetables
Vegetables are easy to take along and jam-packed with nutrients, providing a great source of fiber. For some variety, add a little dipping to the mix; try hummus, yogurt, light or fat-free salad dressing. Do your prep work ahead of time and have your veggies sitting in the refrigerator ready to go.
Nutrition Bite: 1 cup of green pepper slices is 18 calories
Protein Bars & Drinks
This is a great grab ’n go to help you get in your protein requirements. When selecting your protein bar - be mindful of the use of high-quality proteins, the sugar and fat grams in bars, and calorically if it is a snack or a meal replacement. For a protein drink, pack your protein powder and bring a bottle of water to mix for a refreshing, healthy snack.
Nutrition Bite: One serving of CLICK Espresso Protein Drink is 120 calories
Cheeses
Lowfat cheeses that are packaged for travel are a time saver! String cheese and soft cheese packaged in circular or triangle shaped single servings pack a punch of protein. Another option is to cube cheese the night before in preparation to take the next day. Enjoy these alone or combine with fresh veggies or fruit for a filling on the go snack.
Nutrition Bite: 1 Sargento Light String Cheese is 50 calories
Look for more ideas on Friday!
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