Healthy Snacks to Keep at Your Desk
When the mid-day munchies hit, reach for a snack that will fill and fuel you.
Keep These on Your Desk (Hermetically Sealed):
ADDITIVE-FREE JERKY
Benefits:
— Helps you get daily protein requirements
— Helps you stabilize blood sugar
— Keeps you from grabbing junk food
Serving Size:
Depends on the type, but typically 1 ounce
HOMEMADE TRAIL MIX
[almonds, cashews, walnuts, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds]
Benefits:
— Helps lower cholesterol
— Makes you feel full throughout the day
— Gives you energy
Serving Size:
Handful
ALMONDS
Benefits:
— Gives you energy
— Makes you feel full throughout the day
— Helps improve brain function
Serving Size:
Handful
ROASTED CHICKPEAS
Benefits:
— Good source of fiber
— Vegetarian-friendly source of protein
Serving Size:
1 cup
DRIED APRICOTS
Benefits:
— Good source of fiber
— Good for those with high blood pressure
— Low-sodium snack
Serving Size:
1/4 cup
KALE CHIPS
Benefits:
— High in vitamins C and K
— Loaded with antioxidants to help detoxify your system
Serving Size:
Approximately 10 chips
Keep These Pairings in the Fridge:
- Celery Sticks + Nut Butter
- Bell Pepper Slices + Hummus
- Sliced Veggies + Guacamole Dip
- Banana + Nut Butter
- Sliced Tomatoes + Feta
- Greek Yogurt + Berries
- Turkey Slice(s) + Cucumber
- Turkey Slice(s) + Spinach (Rolled Up)
- Hard-Boiled Eggs + Cashews
