Recently, I decided I wanted to begin a healthier lifestyle and lose a few pounds. To learn how, I naturally turned to the Internet. Like many, I thought eating healthier foods meant I would be hungry more often. No way were carrots more filling than a slice of cake. In the course of my research, I learned I was wrong. There are plenty of alternative healthy snacks that won't leave you reaching for more five minutes later. Here's a list of my favorite snacks that are both yummy and filling.
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Avocado Rice Cake
Image source: honestfare.com I'll admit, I was not sure about this one when I first read it. However, if you're not a fan of avocado or aren't sure about it, try it on a piece of whole-wheat toast first. You can pick up organic rice cakes here.
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Baked Apples
Wait, my favorite fall snack is healthy? I would not have thought a baked apple would be considered health food, but to my surprise, it's actually lower in calories and sugar than I had previously assumed.
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Strawberries and Goat Cheese
The delicious tartness of strawberries combined with the mild tang of goat cheese is the perfect mid-morning snack. This snack has only 100 calories in it. Unbelievable! That means I can snack away guilt-free.
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Parmesan Popcorn
I love popcorn and was pleased to find it's good for you! As long as you watch the butter and salt, of course. That doesn't mean you have to have tasteless kernels, though. Try this parmesan popcorn idea for a filling snack packed with flavor.
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Greek Yogurt
Image source: joefitness We've all been told yogurt is a delicious, nutritious food. Recent years have seen a rise in popularity of Greek yogurt, which is actually better for you than regular yogurt. Any variety makes for a great snack!
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No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars
Snack bars are a convenient way to solve your hunger problems on the go. No-bake peanut butter bars are a yummy homemade alternative for the store-bought ones which may not be so healthy.
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Cottage Cheese and Cantaloupe
Loaded with protein and essential vitamins, this is not a snack I would have thought of myself. It turns out it's absolutely delicious!
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Raspberry Yogurt Parfait
Parfaits make an excellent breakfast, but they're also a wonderfully healthy snack. You won't regret it!
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Carrots and Hummus
Talk about yummy and filling! Carrots and hummus are a popular snack, and it's definitely for a good reason!
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Apples and Cheese
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but an apple with cheese will keep him away even longer.
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Watermelon Salad
Image source: toriavey I have never been a fan of watermelon. After trying a watermelon salad, I'm a convert.
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Sweet Potato Wedges
Image source: bakerbynature.com Sweet potatoes are a staple of holiday tables. Outside of a turkey dinner, though, they're not a very popular treat. Perhaps more people need to try this cinnamon and paprika sweet potato wedges plate. They're a filling snack that's sure to be a hit.
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Oatmeal
A popular and well-loved breakfast food, oatmeal also makes a long-lasting snack. You can easily improve the flavor of plain oatmeal in a variety of healthy ways.
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Nuts
Image source: smallfootprintfamily.com Rich in unsaturated fat and protein, which can help suppress appetite, nuts make for an excellent snack any time. Try to keep your nutty snack varied and flavorful.
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Eggs
Image source: huffingtonpost Yes, eggs can be a snack food. Hard-boiled eggs, deviled eggs, egg frittatas — however you like your eggs, they will definitely curb your midnight snacking urges.
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Dark Chocolate
Chocolate has some proven health benefits, did you know? Sadly, those Milky Way bars are probably not going to do you much good. It's dark chocolate that seems to be the best for healthy snacking.
Healthy eating doesn't need to mean suffering with a rumbling tummy. Your food doesn't have to be bland, either. I hope these delicious, filling snacks help you on your fitness journey.
