Healthy Snacking
September 10, 2008
Between the rushing routine of school, homework, sports, job, and hanging out with friends, it seems that there is no time for healthy eating. But it is possible to pamper yourself with a healthy snack. In case, you have a hectic daily routine, then it becomes more valuable to consume such healthy foods. Healthy foods recharge the body to keep you energetic.
Even if you feel hungry between meals go for healthy snacks. Snacking on nutritious foodstuff can maintain the energy level and keep your mind alert without adversely affecting the health. During adolescence, body demands more nutrients to grow so we feel hungrier. Snacks can fulfill that hunger and also provide the vitamins and nutrients, which body requires. But this demands attention to what you eat. A large order of fries may offer a temporary boost, but as it is high in fat and calories, slow you down in the latter run. To maintain energy levels and prevent weight gain, abstain from foods with lots of simple carbohydrates like candy bars or soda. Select foods with complex carbohydrates like whole-grain breads and cereals. It can be eaten with protein-loaded snacks such as peanut butter, low-fat yogurt, cheese etc.
You should always be cautious of the health claims on food packages. A foodstuff claimed to be natural or pure may not be nutritious. For example, canned juices, or sodas contain plenty of sugar, which makes it high in calories, and little nutritious. Try to estimate whether a food is healthy or not by reading the ingredients and the nutrition information given on the label of the foodstuff.
Smart snacking strategy is to prepare healthy snacks in advance. When you cook or prepare something for yourself, the ingredients can be controlled and selectively chosen. You can plan for plenty of fresh fruits and veggies at home. Keep them in a zip lock or a foil pack so that you can grab on them whenever hungry. Cut or slice the melons or vegetables like celery and carrots in advance. Keep these in small carry packs, which keep them fresh inside the refrigerator. In this way, these are ready to grab and go. It is wiser to keep some fruit, whole-grain crackers, or baby carrots in the backpack or workout bag. A low fat cheese sandwich also makes a tasty and nutritious snack.
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