Snack smartly

(HealthDay News) -- Snacking shouldn't imply stuffing yourself between meals with junk food.

Snacking smartly can help you get valuable nutrients and help you avoid overeating.

Here are suggestions:

Keep a variety of healthy snacks at home, work and in your bag. Options may include: trail mix, whole-grain crackers, instant oatmeal, dried fruit, low-fat cheese and low-fat or fat-free yogurt.
Stick to small portions, rather than eating out of a large container.
Don't snack when you are stressed, bored or lonely. Snack only when you feel hungry.

Attribution: -- Diana Kohnle

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

First published: 07/24/2012
Last updated: 07/24/2012

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