If you are a snack-er, being home at this time may come with its own added challenges to limit the amount of snacks you have in a day. MyPlate MyWins has come up with some simple steps to "Hack Your Snacks" while remaining healthy and keep you moving toward your nutrition goals.
Another helpful resource for making your own snacks or trying new recipes can be by visiting eatfresh.org for snack recipes like smoothies, dips, wraps, trail mix, and more!
Written by Jessica Shupp-Enes, Fitness Program Coordinator
Resources: https://www.choosemyplate.gov/myplate-mywins-tips-hacking-your-snacks-0
https://eatfresh.org/recipe/filter-meal-type/snacks-7
Image: https://foreignpolicyi.org/the-best-healthy-snacks/
- Build your own snacks such as trail mix to allow you to customize your snack to your liking.
- Pre-portion snacks in baggies to save time and avoid overeating.
- Combine food groups for a snack - yogurt with fruit or apples with peanut butter.
- Keep your snacks colorful by trying raw vegetables with dip to take in more vitamins.
Another helpful resource for making your own snacks or trying new recipes can be by visiting eatfresh.org for snack recipes like smoothies, dips, wraps, trail mix, and more!
Written by Jessica Shupp-Enes, Fitness Program Coordinator
Resources: https://www.choosemyplate.gov/myplate-mywins-tips-hacking-your-snacks-0
https://eatfresh.org/recipe/filter-meal-type/snacks-7
Image: https://foreignpolicyi.org/the-best-healthy-snacks/