Munch Madness!
Dive Into Guilt-free Grazing With This Sane Snacking Plan
When it comes to snacking, do you have control? Snacking can be an important part of your meal plan, helping to control your blood sugar levels. But for some, the word “snack” has a guilty ring to it, conjuring up images of junk food. It doesn’t have to! Take a look at how you can make snacking healthier.
- What makes a good snack? Foods containing a variety of nutrients such as vitamins, carbohydrates, fiber, and protein. Here are some examples of healthy snacks. Keep in mind that portion sizes vary based on your calorie and carbohydrate levels or goals:
o Soy nuts and raisins
o Graham crackers and low-fat peanut butter
o Strawberries and cheese
o Carrots or celery with fat-free dressing
o Pears and low-fat cottage cheese
o Apple slices and low-fat peanut butter
- Sit down to enjoy your snack. Standing at the refrigerator or pantry allows you to lose track of how much you are truly eating. Check the food label, take the right amount for you, and enjoy your snack elsewhere.
- Plan ahead. When hunger strikes, you’re less likely to run to the vending machine for a candy bar if you bring healthy snacks with you. It’s also a good idea to keep some nonperishable items at work or in the car for days when you haven’t planned ahead.
- Go for convenience. Consider a Glucerna® Snack Shake or Snack Bar as a between-meal snack. The unique carbohydrate blend of Glucerna products helps to minimize peaks in blood sugar. For more information about Glucerna products, or to find stores in your area that carry them, visit www.glucerna.com.
Use these tips to eat healthier and make the most of your snack time. If you haven’t already, sign up for the
Weight Loss or Weight Maintenance plans. These meal plans include six eating occasions to help you spread out your calorie and carbohydrate intake throughout the day.
Eating smaller, more frequent meals or snacks can improve blood sugar, as well as help with weight management.