Healthy Snacking Suggestions
Hello Get Moving participants!

This is the fifth email in a series of 10 weekly check-ins dedicated to giving you tips and advice on adapting a healthy lifestyle. The purpose of this weekly newsletter is to share health recommendations to keep you motivated and engaged during your health journey. Be sure to respond to our giveaway question at the end!

We hope you walk away from these newsletters with inspiration to improve your health and overall happiness!
This week's theme is Healthy Snacking!

Snacking plays a big role in our busy lives. Snacks make up a significant portion of our calories and nutrition, so the snacks you choose to consume are important to your health.

When we feel hungry or skip meals, we often reach for snack foods that are highly-processed or filled with sugar. The Action Item for this week will help you break the cycle of unhealthy snacking.

Action Item: Break the cycle of unhealthy snacking
Tips for healthy snacking:
  1. Portion control: Snacks are best when they provide about 200 calories and at least 10 grams of protein to keep you satisfied until your next meal. If applicable, measure out your snack on a plate instead of eating straight from the bag.
  2. Plan snacks ahead: Impulse eating can lead to overconsumption or consumption of unhealthy foods. If you know you are going to be out and might get hungry, pack a healthy snack and bring it with you.
  3. Choose wisely: It all starts at the store—if you buy junk food, you will eat it. Ditch processed and sugary snacks like chips and stock up on natural sources of energy, such as fruit and whole grains. 

Snack Ideas:
  • Apple slices and peanut butter
  • Tortilla chips and salsa
  • Trail mix
  • Yogurt and berries
  • Hummus with pita chips, cucumber, carrots, or bell pepper
  • Edamame
  • Leftovers from last night
Moving Through the Week:

Next time you reach for an unhealthy snack, ask yourself how you will feel after eating it. Chances are, if the snack choice will make you feel guilty afterwards, it probably isn't the best choice for your health. In this case, grab a healthier snack instead!
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