Plus, how to morph them into super-satiating snacks.
But it turns out we should try harder to fine tune this particular relationship.
According to experts, snacks are actually an important part of a healthy eating pattern.
Ryan Liebe
“Snacks should pack enough nutrient-rich calories to hold a person for 1-2 hours, on average.”
So how do we ensure that our healthy (translation: fruit- and veggie-based) snacks are legit filling?
This alone may only buy you 30 minutes before you’re ready to graze on something else."
All fruits and veggies are nutrient-rich and havehigh water content, which aides in satiation.
Apples
Apples are an excellent source of fiber, with 80% of it coming from asoluble fibercalled pectin.
Pair your orange with a hard-boiled egg to amp up your intake of healthy fats and protein.
“An average medium banana contains about 3 grams of fiber,” says Barkyoumb.
Bonus: These starches act as a prebiotic, which is highly beneficial for the gut, says Feller.
Pair one with some nut or seed butter, like almond or sunflower.
Pair an avo half with a piece of 100% whole-grain toast.
Artichokes
Artichokes are an excellent source of fiberthey contain roughly 7 grams per medium-sized head.
“The fiber in artichokes is also unique in that it’s an inulin,” says Feller.
“Inulin acts as a prebiotic to help support our gut bacteria.”
A healthy gut may be linked to improved hormone regulationincluding our hunger and satiety cues.
Pair it withyou guessed itcheese dip.
Zucchini
Zucchinis are a wonderful (and versatile) fiber-filled veggie to help keep us full.
