HealthySnackingOntheGo

To keep your metabolism going strong and to prevent overeating, it's important to have a healthy snack about every three to four hours. If you are at home, it's fairly easy, but what about everywhere else? Here are some ideas for healthy snacks that are good to go.

In Your Car:

Almonds (unsalted preferably) Animal crackers Fruit snacks Graham crackers Mixed nuts Trail mix

Your Desk Drawer at the Office:

Canned fruit Fruit (apples will store the best) Instant oatmeal Canned shakes (e.g. Carnation Instant Breakfast, Slim-Fast) Microwave soup cups (broth-based and low sodium preferably) Peanut butter and whole grain crackers

In the Mini-Fridge at the Office:

Egg (hard-boiled ahead of time) Low-fat or non-fat yogurt Single serving orange juice bottles Single serving tomato juice cans Reduced-fat pudding packs Sliced veggies and reduced-fat salad dressing

In Your Purse or Backpack:

Baked or reduced-fat potato chips in a zipper bag Baked tortilla chips in a zipper bag Cereal (low sugar preferably) in a zipper bag Cereal bar Granola bar Mixed nuts in a zipper bag Popcorn (preferably air-popped) in a zipper bag Pretzels in a zipper bag Raisin mini boxes