A sports dietitian shares the best store-bought snacks to help lose weight.
Snacking can make or break a diet. If you make the wrong choices, you can add empty calories to your day. However, if you choose carefully, sticking to fuel-rich foods like protein and fiber, it can help you lose weight and reach your goal. What are the best snacks to buy at the store if you want to lose weight? Here are the 7 best snacks for weight loss in the new year, according to our go-to nutritionist, Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, certified sports dietitian and co-author of Flat stomach recipe book for dummies.
KIND bars (for example, KIND Protein or KIND Healthy Grains)
His first choice, especially for an easy-to-carry item? KIND bars (e.g. KIND Protein or KIND Healthy Grains). “Bars made from nuts, seeds and whole grains. Containing protein and fiber help keep you full. Often recommended by dietitians as better than sugary bars,” says Collingwood.
Lesser Evil Himalayan Pink Salt Popcorn
If you’re a fan of popcorn, Collingwood recommends a healthier option, Lesser Evil Himalayan Pink Salt Popcorn. “A lighter, air-puffed whole grain snack with fewer calories.” Popcorn is a whole grain! » she said.
FlavaNaturals FlavaBars
FlavaNaturals FlavaBars are a great option if you have a sweet tooth. “Premium dark chocolate bars containing approximately 500 mg of cocoa flavanols per serving, which is much higher than typical dark chocolate. Available in flavors such as classic dark, dark blueberry and toasted almond + Himalayan salt,” says Collingwood.
Bada Bean Bada Boom Crunchy Roasted Bean Snack
Bada Bean Bada Boom Crunchy Roasted Broad Bean Snack is a protein and fiber fueled treat with a little crunch. Plant-based protein contains about 6 to 7 grams of protein per serving to help curb hunger and 4 to 5 grams of fiber per serving, which promotes satiety and may help regulate appetite. It’s also low in calories, 100 to 110 calories per 1 oz serving. “Comes in portion control bags,” adds Collingwood.
B-Sides Ranch Crispy Puffs
B-Sides Ranch Crunch Puffs are another great savory option for a plant-based snack that will curb salty cravings. “Plant-based protein puffs made with oats and pea protein – tasty and filling with a bit of protein,” says Collingwood.
That’s it. Fruit bars
That’s it. Fruit bars are a sweet treat that is the healthiest version of a fruit roll-up snack you can find. “Very simple and clean with usually just two fruits (e.g. apple + mango or apple + strawberry). No added sugar, preservatives or fillers,” says Collingwood.
SimplyFUEL Protein Balls
SimplyFUEL Protein Balls (Oat Balls) are a clean, balanced snack made with whole food ingredients. “Made with gluten-free oats, honey, natural peanut butter, organic coconut and almonds, 8g of protein, fiber and healthy fats. Some versions also contain probiotics,” says Collingwood.
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