Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Smart Snacking



   Healthy Snacks for Students

Finals time is right around the corner!

Sometimes it can be hard to choose healthy options while you're studying for finals. Unhealthy snacks can make you feel groggy and unproductive, while healthy snacks can help you feel energized and focused! 


Benefits of Snacking:
- Helps to give you energy throughout the day
- May prevent overeating at mealtimes
- It's an easy way to add more fruits and vegetables to your diet
- Fruits and veggies can help boost your immune system


Snack Ideas:  
  • Yogurt and fruit
  • Hummus and pretzel sticks
  • Fruit smoothies
  • String cheese
  • Cheese and crackers
  • Mixed nuts
  • Oatmeal
  • Hard-boiled egg
  • Fruits & vegetables (celery, carrots, apples) with peanut butter or other nut butters (almond, cashew, sunflower)





Written by: Rachel Bedford & Ellen Francis, Dietetic Interns, 2014

References:
Smart snacking photo from http://collegelifestyles.org/2013/02/cls-guide-to-healthy-snacks-for-work-study/
Yogurt parfait photo from http://teendiaries.net/article/best-yogurt-parfait
Hummus photo from http://www.epyk.com/24/10-healthy-snack-ideas/

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