I am going to admit it, I am a snacker…I love high sodium and sugary snacks much more than a protein bar or a celery stick, and I often find myself reaching for a bag of Cheetos instead of a fresh piece of fruit. That being said, many times I have come crashing down after a mid-day sugar rush only to find myself in worse shape than before when I tried to boost my energy level with a tasty mound of skittles. If you are like me, then chances are you know that the struggle is all too real when it comes to finding the right balance between a pick me up snack, something that tastes great and something that won’t leave your head hitting the desk a few hours later. In my ongoing quest to try and better myself, I decided to expand my snack library and add a few easy, effective and popular provisions that are both healthy and tasty!
Go Nuts
One of my absolute favorite healthy snacks is shelled, ready to eat nuts. Personally, my top choice is pistachios, but every now and then I’ve been known to pop an almond or two. Combined with a piece of fruit, this nutty and sweet combination is great on-the-go for your snacking impulses and offers a huge punch of protein for their helping size.
Endless Edamame
Another easy to grab and enjoy mid-day snack is edamame. 
This powerhouse packs a load of protein, fiber and various amino acids to add a healthy choice of variety to your diet. This bean can also be prepared in a variety of ways. You can eat them raw by simply peeling the beans out, you can have them pre-peeled and use a dash of sea salt, spicy blend of herbs or low sodium soy sauce to add a kick, or you can even eat them as a pureed dip for party style treat.
Greek Yogurt
If yogurt is Greek to you, then learning more about this healthy snack is perfect for your taste buds. Greek yogurt is world renowned for its quality probiotics that help your digestive tract maintain balance and work properly. This cup of creamy delight also packs a healthy helping of protein per serving. I usually mix in a little fruit to amp it up a bit and add some texture as well. Combined with potassium, B12 and other great vitamins, Greek yogurt is a no brainer when it comes to a healthy snack alternative.
Fruit Kabob
You don’t have to be visiting a tropical island to enjoy a juicy treat that offers variety, texture and a ton of health benefits. Making a fruit kabob can be both fun and healthy, and they make the perfect after school snack for the little ones. By combining various fruits, you can get the right amount of vitamins, po
tassium and natural sugars you need to keep on trucking throughout the day, while still enjoying a tasty treat.
Hummus Helpings
I remember the first time I tried hummus. And to be honest, I didn’t like it. 
However, as I opened my mind, tried a few more types and flavors, I have actually become quite fond of this delightful dip. Hummus is another great way to keep your digestive tract in check as it provides a great deal of fiber. Toss in a high level of protein to help your skin, hair and bones, hummus has proven it’s worth as a natural alternative to your mid-day snack attack.
We all know that having snacks during the day can be enticing, habit forming and sometimes dangerous depending on our eating habits. So next time you are reaching for your snicker doodle, instead pull out a handful of almonds or a fresh cup of Greek Yogurt!
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