You've been training extra hard lately- waking up early for your workouts, putting in 100% at practice, but that leaves you feeling hungrier than normal. You are craving candy, cookies, and chips, but those leave you feeling lethargic and miserable. Luckily, there are many nutritious choices to keep your sweet tooth at bay!
Greek Yogurt
Different from regular yogurt,
Greek yogurt is strained twice and contains a significant amount of protein. Greek yogurt can be purchased flavored, or
you can get plain and sweeten it yourself with berries, honey, or peanut
butter. You get to enjoy something sweet and the protein keeps you satiated.
Fruit
Fruit is known to be nature’s
candy. It has naturally occurring sugars and contains many vitamins and nutrients
to keep you healthy. Pairing a banana or apple with peanut butter is a great
snack!
Nut Butter
Have your pick - peanut, almond, cashew,
the options are endless! Not only do these nut butters provide significant healthy
fat, but also a decent amount of protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals.
Dark Chocolate
Studies have shown that a square
of dark chocolate can stop cravings in its tracks. It also has antioxidants! Be
sure to get dark chocolate that is 60% cacoa or higher. The higher the
percentage, the fewer added sugars. Yes, this too can cure cravings if paired
with nut butter!
Cottage Cheese
Some people may not think of
cottage cheese as being a snack for your sweet tooth, but it offers a unique
flavor that also packs a lot of nutrition. One cup of cottage cheese has
roughly 25 grams of protein. This type of protein is casein protein which is
slow digesting, keeping you fuller longer. Whether you purchase regular cottage
cheese or low fat, you will also benefit from calcium, numerous B vitamins, potassium,
and phosphorus. Add in some fruit or fruit preserves and you've got yourself a deliciously sweet snack.
What are your go-to favorite healthy snacks?
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