Snacking is Good! Snacking keeps your blood sugars steady throughout the day, helping you burn calories, avoid sugar cravings, and keep energy levels up. The best snacks are 200 calories or less, are satisfying and include a source or protein.
Greek yogurt
Banana
Veggies and hummus
Celery and natural peanut butter
Avocado and tomato on whole grain toast
Cashews
Dates (dried)
Yogurt, berries, and honey
Low sugar granola bar
Grapefruit
Veggies and guacamole
Banana ‘chips’ (dried bananas)
Tuna on whole grain crackers
Small piece of dark chocolate
Cherries
Oatmeal
Apple
Almonds
Mixed berries
Sunflower seeds
Whole grain toast with almond butter
Fruit salad
Cheddar cheese
Pumpkin seeds
Apple sauce
Unsweetened raisins
Fruit leather
Whole-wheat pretzels
Brown rice cakes
Air-popped popcorn
Pistachios
Walnuts
Hard-boiled egg
Olives
Edamame
Fruit smoothie or fruit pops
Whole wheat pumpkin muffin
Whole wheat banana muffin
Freeze-dried fruit
Homemade hot chocolate
Pita chips and homemade spinach dip
Cottage cheese
Fruit and cheese kebabs
Veggie and meat (or tofu) kebabs
Frozen peas
Frozen banana
Frozen grapes
Protein pancakes
Whey protein shake
Skim milk and 1/2 banana