Thursday, November 5, 2015

10 SUPER HEALTHY UNDER-100-CALORIE SNACKS

Snacking is considered as mindless eating which isn’t due to your hunger, but because you are bored or simply want to munch while doing certain activities like watching TV or reading a book. “Smaller meals and intentional small snacks do wonder for regulating the blood sugar level throughout the day and providing energy for you to stay activated, so a better way to snack is optimize the timing of healthy snacks between meals,” said an eating disorder specialist.


Here are 10 options of under-100-calorie snacks that will help you do exactly that, guilt-and-weight-gain free.

One cup of blueberries


Packed with antioxidants and nutritional value with only 83 calories per one-cup serving, this is a really smart choice.

One cup of strawberries


With just 46 calories per 1-cup serving, you can even enjoy 2 cups of strawberries.

Berry smoothie


A fruit smoothie offers a great way to quell hunger cravings, satisfy a sweet tooth and get some extra calcium and antioxidants during your day. Try blending one-third cup of non-fat yogurt with two-third cup of blueberries and ice.

Homemade popcorn


A good source of fiber and an attractive smell make popcorn an ideal snack that will help you feel full for longer. Plus, it’s easy to make. With just 30 calories per cup, you can enjoy 3 cups for under 100 calories.

Banana milkshake


Are you wondering how you should do with over-ripe bananas? Why not change them into a smooth and creamy milkshake? Blend 100ml of semi-skimmed milk and 55g of very ripe banana (you can sprinkle a little cinnamon powder to taste).

Apple slices and peanut butter


Mixing sweet with salty is a tried-and-tested way to satisfy munchies. Fresh apple slices and peanut butter are the perfect combination, keeping you going until your next large meal. Enjoy 50g of sliced apple and 12g or one teaspoon of peanut butter.

Yogurt with sunflower seeds


Stir one teaspoon of sunflower seeds into half a cup of non-fat plain yogurt. The yogurt is a good source of protein and the seeds (unsalted seeds if you are watching your sodium intake) add plenty of texture.

20 Pistachios


You can eat 20 pistachios and still consume just 80 calories. Plus, pistachios are a good source of unsaturated fat and antioxidants.

8 baby carrots with hummus


Carrots are packed with vitamin A and beta carotene while hummus adds protein.

Hot chocolate with marshmallows



Lose yourself for an instant in this hot chocolate. For a bit of guilt-free luxury, you can add a sprinkling of airy marshmallow. Prepare 1 sachet of diet hot chocolate, 200ml of hot water and 12g of mini marshmallows.

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