Do you feel an attack of the munchies coming on?
Let me help you out with a quick list of healthy snacks for weight loss. We are all human and we all battle with cravings for something salty or sweet. The trick is to stick to foods that promote weight loss (such as these fat-burning fruits and vegetables) and snacks that can keep us healthy.
Your first step is to clean out your kitchen. Chuck out the fatty and sugary stuff that just invites trouble.
Then stock up on some healthy snacks for weight loss.
Did you know that your blender can produce fat-loss drinks? Yes, smoothies can be really good for weight loss if you know how to prepare them (click here to see Craig Ballentyne's 31 Blender Drink Recipes bonus).
Low-fat yogurt (how about some berries, topped with yogurt?)
Air-popped popcorn (not the buttery version!)
Nuts (limited quantities)
Sunflower seeds (don't overdo this)
Fresh fruit (try a sliced banana, some fresh berries and a few walnuts)
Dried fruit
Mix raisins, nuts, dried fruit, peanuts and choc chips
Low-calorie, low-fat chocolate drink
Vegetable sticks, such as carrots and celery, with a cottage cheese dip
Wholegrain bread or crackers, peanut butter, topped with banana
Lean Roast Beef
Hard-Boiled egg
Slices of chicken breast
Canned fruit in juice
If you must have chocolate, opt for a small serving such as a two-finger Kit-Kat
One piece of dark chocolate
Frozen grapes
Pure orange juice, frozen and eaten as sorbet
Carrot sticks with hummus
Apple slices spread with peanut butter
Glass of freshly made vegetable juice
One of the best tips to keep in mind is to opt for one-ingredient foods. These you can mix according to taste and your craving at the time. Steer clear of packages and bottles with long lists of ingredients.
One-ingredient foods are as close to their natural state as possible, while multi-ingredient options are often processed and low in nutrients. Healthy snacks for weight loss are mostly one-ingredient foods.
