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Smart Snacking

April 23, 2013 by Lindsay 92 Comments

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Hi Friends!

Let’s chat a little about healthy snacking today, shall we? First things first, this post is being sponsored by Sargento. They are compensating me for this post, but as always, all thoughts and opinions are my own!

Hungry? Here are some healthy snack ideas from a Registered Dietitian! Perfect for kids and adults.

If you know me at all, you know I love snacking! I function best when I don’t go more than a few hours without eating so snacks are must for me! In fact, I believe that having healthy snacks on hand is just as important as having healthy meals on hand. If you’ve seen my Sunday Food Prep series, you know that I believe prepping healthy food on the weekend is a key factor in helping you and your loved ones eat healthy during the week. When I do my food prep, I prep a lot of foods that will help me make easy lunches and dinners, but I also spend a little time focusing on what snacks I’m going to eat that week. I aim for a mix of things that I can just throw in my purse like trail mix and popcorn…and things I can grab out of the fridge!

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Sargento recently did a survey with Shape magazine that asked readers about their snacking habits at work. Here are some of the things they found:

  • Over 60% of people stated that they snacked several times during the day because they needed a little pick-me-up.
  • Over 65% of the people said their snack craving hit them from 2-4pm and almost 40% also got hungry from 9-11am.
  • When respondents needed to get a snack from the vending machine, most stated that their options included salty snacks like chips and sweet snacks like candy. 30% say they never got snacks out of the vending machine and 20% said they didn’t have access to one.
  • When asked about their ideal workplace snacks, most respondents wanted snacks that were: nutritious, satisfying, convenient, flavorful and portable.
  • Over 50% of respondents said they struggle to find snacks at work that help them make healthy food choices and 45% said they struggled with finding snacks that are both flavorful and nutritious.
  • When they had wholesome snacks at work, 60% felt good about themselves and in control of their diet/eating habits.
  • Over 40% of people considered the vending machine a dieter’s trap and almost 55% of people had regrets about their snacks 1-3 times per week.

While I think that there are some nutritious options to be found in a vending machine, I encourage people to use it as a last resort. With a little planning, it’s easy to have healthy snacks on hand every day, no matter if you work in an office or are on the go all day long!

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So, what are some of my go-to healthy snacks? Here are some of my favorites:

  • Raw veggies with hummus- buy some or make your own
  • Cheese and crackers
  • Homemade trail mix- I like almonds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, dried fruit and a few chocolate chips
  • Perfectly roasted chickpeas
  • Hard boiled eggs
  • Greek yogurt
  • Fresh fruit
  • Smoothies- throw in some spinach or kale and a protein source like greek yogurt
  • Peanut butter on 100% whole wheat toast
  • Healthy microwave popcorn
  • Sweet potato bites
  • Frozen yogurt trail mix bites
  • Apples with peanut butter (or your favorite nut butter)
  • Cheese stick and fruit
  • Cereal and milk- choose a low-sugar cereal that also has some fiber and protein
  • Water- yes, sometimes if you think you’re hungry, you may just be thirsty! Try adding cucumbers or fruit if you don’t like plain water.

Some other options:

  • Edamame
  • Turkey jerky
  • Yogurt ranch dip with veggies – Mix plain greek yogurt and half a packet of powdered ranch seasoning for a healthy substitute for ranch dressing
  • Cottage cheese- be mindful of the sodium!
  • Frozen fruit- try grapes or chunks of bananas
  • Dates or sweet potato topped with nut butter
  • Snack bars like kind bars or larabars- buy them on sale or make your own!
  • Handful of nuts
  • Tuna salad made with greek yogurt or mashed avocado and crackers

I try to keep my snacks around 150-200 calories and I often combine a few of the snacks listed above to make sure i’m getting carbs AND protein. The carbs will give you energy and the protein will help you stay full…along with fiber! If you’re having trouble coming up with snacks to pair together, you should check out the Smart Snacker Tool from Sargento. It allows you to mix and match some snack options to make a snack plate and see the nutritional info. Here are a few I put together while I was playing around:

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Obviously, the calories could change a bit based on the serving sizes you’re eating, the size of your fruit, etc…but it’s a great tool for giving you snack ideas!

Thanks to the lovely folks at Sargento, I got to try some of their cheese snacks. I’ve always been a mozzarella kind of girl, but they have some great flavored ones as well. Plus they’re easy to take on-the-go or throw in my lunchbox:

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A few things you should know about Sargento Natural Cheese Snacks:

  • They’re a natural source of high-quality protein in a simple, calorie-controlled single serving.
  • They’re full of flavor so you don’t have to sacrifice on taste.
  • They come in tons of different varieties so there’s something for everyone!

I’ve been enjoying the plain ones with fruit:

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And I love cutting up the flavored ones into cubes and eating them with Triscuits!

Here’s a list of all the flavor options they have available:

  • Sargento Cheese Sticks
    • Colby-Jack Sticks
    • Pepper Jack Sticks
    • Sharp Cheddar Sticks
    • Vermont Sharp White Cheddar Sticks
    • Reduced Fat Colby-Jack Sticks
    • Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Sticks
    • Reduced Sodium Colby-Jack Sticks
  • Sargento String Cheese
    • String Cheese
    • Light String Cheese
    • Reduced Sodium String Cheese
  • Sargento Natural Blends
    • Cheddar-Mozzarella Cheese Snacks
    • Double Cheddar Snacks
    • Sharp Cheddar-Jack Snacks
    • Provolone-Mozzarella Snacks

For more info on Sargento Natural Cheese Snacks, be sure to check out their Facebook page where they share all sorts of great recipes ideas!

Let’s chat:

  • What are YOUR favorite healthy snacks? 
  • Do you plan ahead and bring snacks with you throughout the day or do you just rely on whatever you can find when you get hungry?

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

Sargento compensated me for this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own.  

 

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Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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Comments

  1. Christine @ Love, Life, Surf says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:17 AM

    Oh how I love snacking. I tend to opt for yogurt, fruit, hard boiled eggs. But I kind of love the idea of the snack smarter tool!! That’s such a great idea.

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  2. Jane says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:21 AM

    I try to have at least a piece of fruit or veggies as a part of my snack. I aim for a bit of protein, fat, and carbs to round it out!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:57 PM

      the perfect trifecta for a snack!

      Reply
  3. Lisa says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    Great snack ideas. I love making homemade protein bars, bread, or muffins and then bringing them with me, or even just a piece of fruit with nuts. Always does it for me!

    Reply
  4. Andrea says

    April 23, 2013 at 2:19 AM

    There isn’t any stores or anything like that near my work – only a subway! So I have to either bring my lunch and snacks, go hungry, or eat subway! Lol! My fave snacks are celery and pb, Greek yogurt and berries, fruit, veggies and hummus and nuts

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:57 PM

      mmmm celery and pb…and some raisins and i’m sold!

      Reply
  5. Michelle @ Eat Move Balance says

    April 23, 2013 at 5:22 AM

    The snack tool is pretty neat! My favorite snack, that’s easy to pack for work, is an apple with a small baggie of almonds or pistachios. It travels easily and doesn’t need to be refrigerated.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:56 PM

      i’ve been loving pistachios lately!

      Reply
  6. Harvey says

    April 23, 2013 at 5:23 AM

    This is a great article. I always snack on raw carrots and hummus but I feel inspired to try so many new things now. I haven’t had cottage cheese in years but am going to get some today! Another snack I love is avocado with a tiny bit of olive oil and balsamic in. It’s not low fat, but very nutricious and delicious.

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  7. Miz says

    April 23, 2013 at 6:33 AM

    we are snackers here (INCLUDING string cheese) and planners (always always) — I need me a purse which will keep my cheese cold!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:55 PM

      that would be awesome! maybe just a coldpack section within the purse!

      Reply
  8. Alison says

    April 23, 2013 at 6:39 AM

    Snacks are where it’s at!! My favorite snacks include greek yogurt with fruit and granola, veggies and hummus, banana and nut/seed butter, dried fruit and yogurt, a small bowl of cereal, and smoothies. Thanks for all your great ideas! (I still really want to try your froyo bites!!)

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:55 PM

      give them a try! i think you’ll love them 🙂

      Reply
  9. Deb @ Dietitian Debbie Dishes says

    April 23, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    Great ideas! I’ll have to check out that snack smarter tool – it could be useful for patients. 🙂 My fave snacks are almonds, banana/apple with nut butter, or popcorn! I recently tried a recipe for homemade larabars – so good! I need to make them again for a snack to have on hand.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:55 PM

      yes! they’re so easy to make at home bc they have such simple ingredients!

      Reply
  10. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    April 23, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    I’m a snacker! I love nuts, fruit, veggies and hummus, green smoothies and homemade trail mix or protein bars. My kids are huge fans of cheese sticks. Love the variety that Sargento has!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:54 PM

      me too! i was impressed by the variety!

      Reply
  11. Coco says

    April 23, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    I always have snacks at work, snacks for lacrosse games, and snacks for travelling. String cheese is a staple in our game-day cooler!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:54 PM

      love it!!

      Reply
  12. The Candid RD says

    April 23, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    I didn’t used to buy the Sargento cheese sticks, because they are more expensive. However, lately I’ve been buying them because they are so much better than the others!! I eat them with carrots for a snack, and sometimes a handful of walnuts. DEEEELICIOUS.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:54 PM

      right?! so good!!!

      Reply
  13. Anne says

    April 23, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    That actually is a pretty neat tool. My go-to work snacks are almonds, half a pb&j, lentils, or hardboiled eggs.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:53 PM

      all great choices!!

      Reply
  14. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    April 23, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    mmm i love string cheese! that tool to put together snack plates is really cool!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:53 PM

      it was fun to play around with the combos!

      Reply
  15. Rachel @ Undercover Diva: A Sitcom says

    April 23, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    I have been eating Clif bars before my late class to hold me over until dinner time. I also love hummus + veggies, carrots +peanut butter, edamame seeds, Greek yogurt, fruit, Goldfish, pretzels + 1 tbsp cream cheese, trail mix, and cheese and crackers!

    I bought Kraft Jalapeño string cheese… did you like the pepper jack cheese sticks? I LOVE pepper jack cheese!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:53 PM

      i did like the pepperjack one with crackers!

      Reply
  16. Brittany @ GOtheXtraMile says

    April 23, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    Great post!! I love homemade protein bars, microwave muffins, fruit and nuts/nut butter, etc!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:53 PM

      all yummy! and three cheers for homemade!

      Reply
  17. Divya @ Eat. Teach. Blog. says

    April 23, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Yum – never tried the Pepper Jack ones before, but I buy their plain ones all the time!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:52 PM

      nice! i love the pepperjack one with crackers!

      Reply
  18. Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says

    April 23, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    My favorite snacks are apples, celery or rice cakes with peanut butter – YUM!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:52 PM

      i need to get back on the rice cake train! it’s been forever!

      Reply
  19. Sara @ fitcupcaker says

    April 23, 2013 at 8:56 AM

    I love cheese! I like the mini babybell’s paired with fruit, then you get your protein and a fruit in 🙂 I also like protein shakes with fruit or almonds. These little cheese are so handy!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:52 PM

      i agree! perfect for grab and go!

      Reply
  20. Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says

    April 23, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    I ALWAYS plan ahead when it comes to snacks, because I HATE the feeling of being hungry, unable to concentrate, shaky, and then having to pay for food when I could have avoided the situation by planning ahead! (That situation has happened one too many times in my past!) Honestly, a typical snack for me is light Sargento with half an apple 🙂 Gotta love a good chunk of cheese!!! Thanks for all the tasty ideas!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:51 PM

      me too! hate having to pay for something when i already have it at home!

      Reply
  21. Megan A says

    April 23, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    It’s crazy to think about how high the sodium can be in cottage cheese!
    For my mid-morning snack, I like to pack 2 clementines with some Wheat Thins, or I like to do an apple with peanut butter. I seem more snacky in the morning than afternoon while I’m at work (though the afternoon I usually need pick-me-ups).

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:51 PM

      wheat thins. it’s been too long. so good.

      Reply
  22. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    April 23, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    I am a major snacker, too! And I ALWAYS bring healthy snack options with me when I am on the go. Some of my favorites include: apples, bananas, almonds, cashews, kale chips, roasted chickpeas, “healthier” protein bars (like Larabars), Greek yogurt with fruit, and raw veggies with hummus. Yum!! I am making myself hungry ;).

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:50 PM

      you’re making me hungry too! all my favs!

      Reply
  23. Kim @ Cooking in the City says

    April 23, 2013 at 9:50 AM

    I definitely need to plan ahead… any snacking options I have nearby are super expensive… $2 for a banana? No thanks. I also carry a back up Larabar or Kit’s Organic Bar in my purse for emergencies. And, if all else fails, there’s a juice bar across the street from my office- pricey, but I don’t end up going more than once or twice a month so I’m okay with it.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:50 PM

      haha i hate getting ripped off for a healthy snack when i know i have it at home for much cheaper!

      Reply
  24. Sarah Pie says

    April 23, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    YUM! That’s a lot of cheesy goodness 🙂 I’m usually a trail mix kind of girl (I always keep a jar of it stashed in my car for my commute). I also love an apple/veggie and nut butter combo (if I remember to pack it in the morning!). That tracker looks like a great tool, thanks for sharing!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:50 PM

      i’m a huge trailmix fan! so many combos you can make!

      Reply
  25. Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family says

    April 23, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    I LOVE Sargento cheese and all these snack ideas!

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  26. Maureen says

    April 23, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    I LOVE snacking throughout the day. My fridge at work is full of boiled eggs, fruit, veggies & hummus. I almost had a meltdown yesterday because I forgot my daily banana at home.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:49 PM

      haha i love it!!

      Reply
  27. Heather @fitncookies says

    April 23, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    I am always planning ahead and bringing snacks! I love popcorn as a snack, as well as veggie chips, and pretzels! I tend to keep my veggies to meal times, but I enjoy fruit throughout the day! I love apples with cinnamon and some stevia. Mmm

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:49 PM

      popcorn makes SUCH a great snack!

      Reply
  28. Erica @ Abbie and Erica's Adventures says

    April 23, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    I think I would suck at life if I didn’t have snacks prepared for me throughout the day. They help me function so much better. I usually bring a bunch of stuff into the office on Monday (like apples, bananas, almonds, and keep a jar of PB handy), so I at least have something always there. I like to stash a granola bar or 2 in the glove compartment of my car too, for those long, unexpected commutes.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:49 PM

      i agree! i MUST have snacks on hand at all times or i’m a mess!

      Reply
  29. Tamara says

    April 23, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    I’m definitely a snacker/grazer. Many days, I don’t have time for a proper lunch, so having quick, portable snacks to grab between clients and classes is key to not STARVING!

    I’ve been on a single serving tuna kick for a while now. Love it with sugar snap peas!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:48 PM

      oooh my hubby loves tuna for a snack!

      Reply
  30. Alyssa @ See This Girl Run says

    April 23, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    This is perfect! I’ve been wanting more ideas for healthy snack! I get hungry all day at work. I bring things like greek yogurt, apples and healthy 100 calorie popcorn bags to eat in the morning and then the afternoon. I also have a water bottle with me to stay hydrated too.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:48 PM

      nice! i LOVE popcorn for a snack!

      Reply
  31. Katie says

    April 23, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    love this! I just did a post on all my favorite snacks. I have the house stocked right now since i’m home all day. I LOVE cheese but I love to pair it with a cracker with tons of fiber for some reason. So good and so filling!

    Great list!!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:48 PM

      cheese and crackers are a match made in heaven 🙂

      Reply
  32. Kayla @ Blondes Have More Run says

    April 23, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    Great post Lindsay!
    I wanted to let you know I nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award! If you wish to accept this award you can follow the rules on my latest post. Totally up to you, but I love your blog and wanted to share the love.

    Here’s the link to the post: http://blondeshavemorerun.com/2013/04/23/the-versatile-blogger-award/

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  33. Dana @momrunshalf says

    April 23, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    I have been struggling with this lately and have been working to get back to healthy snacking the past few weeks. FAvorite healthy snacks right now is Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Kind bar or rice cakes with almond butter and a few chocolate chips

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:47 PM

      oooh the rice cake pb choc chip combo sounds amazing!

      Reply
  34. Elle says

    April 23, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    I am a SNACKER! These look like great ideas.

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  35. Alex @ Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Foodiness says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    I have a full drawer in my desk at work that’s full of snacks! Nuts, Larabars, Kind Bars, Kashi granola bars, dried fruit, etc. Then I usually make sure to bring some fresh fruits or veggies and dip, hummus, peanut butter, etc. with me to keep in the fridge each day. I’m such a snacker–some days, my whole lunch is really made up of snacks!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:47 PM

      mine too! i love having lots of little things!

      Reply
  36. Axel says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    I can recognize myself in most of those survey answers! Today I’ve got a snack-size cottage cheese (with peach fruit bottom) and a banana as my snacks. I find the banana not very filling (my wife has suggested nut butters as a way to dress it up and add protein). I really, really like the idea of cheese as a snack, but I’m a little wary of too much fat and overall calories.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:47 PM

      i think cheese can be a great snack as long as you’re mindful of portion sizes!! and definitely try some nut butter on your banana. best combo!

      Reply
  37. GiGi Eats Celebrities says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    I RARELY, if ever, snack. The only time I might is before dinner when I am cooking because well, the FOOD IS IN MY FACE and I am hungry! LOL! Typically I snack on spinach or spaghetti squash – nothing crazy, but they’re DELICIOUS 😀

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  38. Cori @ olivetorun says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:40 PM

    My go to is always fresh fruit…. apples are my favorite. I also LOVE frozen grapes and frozen yogurt bites. 🙂
    My recent favorite is actually string cheese!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:46 PM

      frozen grapes are SO GOOD!!

      Reply
  39. Kim @ Hungry Healthy Girl says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    That snacker tool is so cool! I’m a big snacker and some of my faves are apple with nutbutter, carrots and hummus, yogurt with fruit, grapes and cheese.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:46 PM

      i pretty much live on carrots and hummus!

      Reply
  40. Debbie @ Live from La Quinta says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    I grab a handful of raw almonds when I get home from work. They are healthy, tasty, and amazingly filling.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:46 PM

      one of my hubby’s fav snacks too!

      Reply
  41. Tanya says

    April 23, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    My favorite go to snacks are string cheese with some strawberries or an apple and peanut butter. Give me enough energy to make it through the day.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:45 PM

      sounds perfect to me! loving that strawberry season is coming!

      Reply
  42. E says

    April 23, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    Sometimes I snack during the day. If I’m home, I like to snack on lean meat or fresh fruits. If I’m on the go, I try to always keep a Larabar on hand, incase I get hungry and I’m out.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:45 PM

      love larabars! so many good flavors!

      Reply
  43. Kierston @candyfit says

    April 23, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    I always ALWAYS plan ahead!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:45 PM

      yeah you do, girl! you rock at it!

      Reply
  44. She Rocks Fitness says

    April 23, 2013 at 5:36 PM

    Favorite snacks: Apple and Nut Butter; Fruit + 1/4 c unsalted nuts; Bars (big fan lately of ProBar Protein and Barre) Depending on the calories I will add a piece of fruit or a handful of baby carrots for added nutrition.

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:44 PM

      apple and nut butter. SO GOOD!

      Reply
  45. Jody - Fit at 55 says

    April 23, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    Love the graphics so people can see it in action! 🙂 I can’t do cheese so…… I love nuts & nut butters & fruit & homemade protein muffins & bars & thinks like that! 🙂

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  46. Meghan @ After the Ivy League says

    April 23, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    Great snack ideas! An apple with nut butter and Greek yogurt are some of my favorite easy, portable snacks that I bring to the office every day. I try to plan my snacks out, but sometimes life gets in the way and I can’t always perfectly plan food the way I want to. That’s when a snack bar (like a luna bar) definitely comes in handy. You can find a healthier snack option at even a gas station if you look for it!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:44 PM

      i agree! it just takes a little effort!

      Reply
  47. Kelly @ Cupcake Kelly's says

    April 23, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    Clementines and string cheese in one of my husband’s go-to desserts. I keep meaning to buy edamame for snacking, going on my grocery list now!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:43 PM

      nice!! enjoy!

      Reply
  48. Kim @ Racing Bananas says

    April 24, 2013 at 8:15 AM

    Thanks for some great snack ideas! This is the second time this morning (!!) that someone has suggested putting nut butter on a sweet potato. I am definitely trying that this weekend!

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    • Lindsay says

      April 24, 2013 at 10:41 PM

      definitely try it! so good!

      Reply
  49. Nutmeg Nanny says

    April 26, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    Great snacks ideas, thank you 🙂 I always love string cheese for a snack, it’s so yummy and simple!

    Reply
  50. Cindy @ My Bella Vida says

    April 26, 2013 at 3:20 PM

    Holy Moly! Wonderful snacks!!! I have been looking for a post like this! Now I got a fun weekend of snack prepping ahead of me! 🙂

    Reply
  51. Jen says

    April 27, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    Great snack ideas Lindsay! I try to have healthy snacks to make sure I don’t end up overeating at meals and to keep my energy up during the day. When I am looking for something quick I love eating hummus with rice crackers. When I have time I try to go for homemade granola bars.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 2, 2013 at 11:18 PM

      yes! snacks are such an important part of healthy eating!

      Reply

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