10 Healthy Snacks
Many of us don't think about planning snacks. Snacks just happen.
Dec 09, 2011
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Many of us don't think about planning snacks. Snacks just happen.
We may think of that chips or French fries as a harmless little snack, but, in reality, every calorie counts. The Tufts Health & Nutrition Letter recently reported that snacks now account for a quarter of the average American's calorie intake. Essentially, snacks add up to a fourth meal, so it's important to make sure your snacks have nutritional value, not just empty calories.
And remember that even healthy snacks can become unhealthy if you overeat, so watch your portions.
Here are 10 healthy snacks to try—and be sure to pack a snack when you or your kids are on the go:
Remember to watch what you drink, too. Cutting out sugary sodas can go a long way toward improving your health. Water is the ideal beverage, with a twist of lemon or lime for extra flavor. Unsweetened tea, coffee and diet sodas also will keep your calorie count down, and tea and coffee may have some other health benefits.