Healthy Alternative Snacks
The followings are some simple swaps for healthier snacking:
Veggie Straws/Chips
Trail Mix
String Cheese
Greek Yogurt
Fruit/Veggies
Organic Popcorn or Light Butter Popcorn
Organic Chips and Salsa
Dark Chocolate
Applesauce
The followings are snacks that take a little bit of preparation:
Nice Cream- blending frozen bananas in order to create “ice cream”, add toppings such as cocoa powder, fruit, or traditional ice cream toppings.
Ants on a Log- cutting celery in half lengthwise, filling with peanut butter or another spread, and topping with raisins.
Chocolate Banana Bites- cut banana in quarter size pieces, spread peanut butter in between two pieces, dip sandwich in chocolate, and freeze.