I love snacks. My kids love snacks! Who doesn’t love to snack? If I’m completely honest, I’ll say that we love to snack on ice cream and Doritos. I would also not say, “No” to a bag of hot Cheetos smothered in nacho cheese. Did you know that’s a thing these days? But what really amazes me is that snacking wisely can actually help my body feel better. My kids feel better and act nicer when they snack with purpose as well.
So here are a few things I’ve learned about snacking with purpose.
First, determine the goal for the snack. Then choose a snack to fit the goal.
To Relieve Constipation:
Carrots (or other veggies), Prunes, Apples, Pears, Kiwi, Blueberries, or Chamomile Tea
To Provide Endurance and Energy:
Apple or Banana with Peanut Butter, Tomatoes or Grapes with Cheese (try kebabs), Peanut Butter and Celery Sticks, Veggies dipped in Hummus, Boiled Egg, Nuts and Berries, or some of these protein packed snacks.
To Satisfy the Munchies:
Popcorn, Granola, Roasted Chickpeas, Frozen Banana on a Stick, or Apple Wedges
To Calm an Upset Stomach:
Papaya, Cooked Green Bananas, Yogurt, or Chamomile Tea
To Gain Weight from Healthy Foods:
Avocados, Cheese, Boiled Egg, Full Fat Yogurt, or Peanut Butter
When snacking with purpose, these are my go-to snacks. Share YOUR favorites and why you love them! Then you’ll be ready to shop with purpose as well.
