How Do I Snack Healthy?

Question: Lately, my goal has been to eat healthier snacks during the day, since I’m a big fan of chips and candy bars. What do you guys recommend as alternatives?

Answer: We get asked this quite a bit, so we definitely have some favorites. If you want something similar to your candy bar, you could certainly go with a sports nutrition bar. The main difference is that the sports bars are a bit more balanced with additional protein and less fat. They also typically have more vitamins and minerals as well. As a result, they make for a better meal replacement than a traditional candy bar. If you want some “real foods,” which we recommend, check out the short list below:

Celery and carrots with low-fat dip Plain yogurt with granola and blueberries

Whole grain crackers with hummus Cottage cheese with apple slices

Trail mix with dried fruit and nuts String cheese and a banana

½ whole grain bagel with peanut butter Low-sodium beef jerky

Rice cakes with lean ham or turkey Edamame (soybeans in the pod)

About the author: Grant Pritchard is the club owner at Anytime Fitness in Buckley & Orting.