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SNACKS, SMOOTHiES
AND DESSERTS
Snacking isn’t “bad” if you do it in moderation and make healthy choices. Healthy,
good-for-you snacks can be a part of a healthy diet – which you need to do to live
healthfully. To snack the sensible way, choose nutrient-rich snacks like those listed
below:
Crunchy:
• Apples and breadsticks
• Carrot and celery sticks
• Green pepper sticks
• Zucchini circles
• Radishes
• Broccoli spears
• Cauliflower
• Unsalted rice cakes
Source:
American Heart Association
Tips for Healthier Snacking
Munchy:
• Unsalted sunflower seeds
• Whole-grain breads or toast
• Cherry or grape tomatoes
• Low-fat or fat-free cheese
• Plain, low-fat or fat-free yogurt
• Bagels
• Unsalted almonds, walnuts and
other nuts
Sweet:
• Thin slice of angel food cake
• Baked apple
• Raisins
• Dried fruit gelatin gems
• Frozen bananas
• Frozen grapes
• Fresh fruit
• Low-fat or fat-free unsweetened
fruit yogurt
