F.I.T. Mommas: 10 Quick Healthy Snack Ideas

Are you STUCK in the RUT???
Need ideas for snacks???

Sometimes you have to think outside the box when it comes to snacks. Don't be scared to mix items. All of these suggestions I have for you are items that I have found from other smart people. YOU DON'T HAVE TO RE-INVENT TO WHEEL!! Some of the best ideas I get are kids snack ideas with a twist. Remember to read labels & all ingredients when purchasing food. Items Listed below that have chocolate chips are used with ENJOY LIFE brand which are Gluten Free, Dairy Free, & Soy Free. Many snacks I give options of Almond Butter or Peanut Butter (I can not have peanut's... so I use almond butter).

ENJOY:

SNACK ONE

Cored apple slices with almond butter, oats, nuts and chocolate chips (enjoy life brand)

SNACK TWO

Banana, almond butter (or peanut butter), strawberry sandwiches.

SNACK THREE

Gluten Free Pretzels dipped in almond butter or peanut butter! Easy and yummy!!

SNACK FOUR

Rice cake, peanut butter or almond butter, sliced bananas, topped with cinnamon.

SNACK FIVE

Graham crackers, Nutella, & sliced banana sandwiches.

SNACK SIX

Peanut butter or Almond butter, chocolate chips (enjoy life brand), sliced strawberries, & sliced almonds. You can change this up by adding blueberries, dried cranberries, yogurt covered pretzels, etc. Have fun with it! Mix & enjoy!

SNACK SEVEN

Cottage cheese, nuts, berries, cane sugar/coconut sugar (if needed).

SNACK EIGHT

Need a great idea for "on the go"... Add some hummus in a small plastic container & stick carrots in!! OR Almond Butter & Celery. SIMPE & YUMMY!!!

SNACK NINE

GoGo Squeeze's (they have multiple blends of fruits & veggies) are some of my FAVORITE quick & easy snacks to put in my purse. They can be cold or room temp. They are inexpensive & great for kids & adults.

SNACK TEN

Treat Snack... Trader Joe's Cinnamon Almonds.

However, DO NOT open the bag and eat directly out of it. Most grocery stores sell ziplocks that have measurements marked on them... Measure yourself out the proper serving size and have a SNACK!!!

A FEW OTHER IDEAS:

fruit, veggies, hard boiled eggs, avocados, nuts, Larabars, freeze dried fruit (with no added ANYTHING), coconut milk yogurt, & smoothie.

Drinking plenty of water is the smartest thing you can do for your body through out the day. This helps your metabolisms & digestion. Drinking water before meal time also helps with not over eating. There are many pinterest & facebook articles going around about detox & metabolism booster water drinks. Adding things like cucumber, lemon, strawberry, mint, lime, mango, etc to your water & drinking a certain amount throughout the day. Is this true...? I'm not sure. I think this can be beneficial for anyone who thinks is works and helps them increase their water intake to a healthy amount. I know that the cucumber & lemons, mint, strawberry, mangos, etc all have benefits to our bodies... so adding them to the water are smart. So its a WIN - WIN!!!

WATER DETOX RECIPES:

THIS NEXT ONE JUST SOUNDS YUMMY.....

Drinking water is a natural way to clear out our bodies, but adding in a few more ingredients can turn it into a powerful detox drink that can flush away all unwanted toxins. I tried a refreshing combination of strawberries, lemon and mint. Lemon juice cleanses, alkalizes, and boosts the immune system, while mint leaves a cool flavor and helps to settle the stomach. Strawberries will add in flavor, antioxidants and skin enhancing nutrients. All you need is a handful of sliced up strawberries, a few lemon wedges, and a couple sprigs of mint. Add all the ingredients to a pitcher of water and set aside in the fridge while the flavors build up.

1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NIV)

"Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own;

you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies."

As I read the word this passage from the bible I am reminded that the Lord has blessed me with many things. Things like: wonderful husband, 2 amazing children, fun extended family, & a church family. As I enjoy these blessings I have responsibility to God & to honor the body he has blessed me with. Not in a prideful, selfish or lustful manner. In a way that nourishes & energizes physically & spiritually.