Snacking is good for you. It keeps you full throughout the day, helps to reduce hunger and food cravings. It also helps to regulate your blood sugar levels. However, snacking will only be a good habit if you do it at the right time, right amount, and of course the right options. You do not have to eat healthily all the time and should never deprive yourself from any kind of foods. It is because you will crave for it even more. It is about balance like I always say. You just have to know your limits and learn to develop a good relationship with foods. Many people may find it difficult to fight the hunger and feel guilty to eat after their workout. What if I say these snack options will satisfy your cravings and will not ruin your workout effort. Will you try them? Here are the post-workout snacks that are nutritious, healthy, guilt-free, yet very low in calories.
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Dip your apple slices with peanut butter and sprinkle with ground almonds. It contains low calories and tastes really good.
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Snacking on 15 almonds after your workout to replenish some protein, good fats, dietary finer, and trace minerals to your body. A great solution to fight your hunger after your exercise.
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Boiled eggs are packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals, which make them an ideal post workout snack for you. It will satisfy your hunger, yet so healthy and nutritious.
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Spread your wholegrain bread with peanut butter and topping it with 10-15 raisins or chopped dates. It tastes really good. You should try it after your workout. It helps to replenish your lost energy and promote good sleep at the same time.
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Cut your oranges into pieces and dip them into maple syrup or raw honey. Leave them in the freezer. You can have them as an orange popsicle or blend them and drink as a frozen orange smoothie. This healthy snack is loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants, which is really great for your gum, skin, and overall health. It will also freshen you up after your workout.
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You need 1-2 scoop(s) of vanilla ice-cream, raisin, ground almonds, and 1/2 banana. Cut banana in half, served with vanilla ice-cream topping with 14 raisin, ground almonds, and maple syrup. It is a classic post workout and dessert that i really recommend you to try. It tastes so great and guilt free snack.
[divider title=”Steamed peanut served with potato wedges” style=”style7″ align=”left”/]
Replenish your energy with 1 cup of steamed peanut and 10-15 sweet potato wedges. Steamed peanut is a great source of energy, protein, good fats, and trace minerals. It helps to promote heart health and good for your overall health. Sweet potato wedges are also a great source of energy, beta-carotene, vitamin A, and minerals, which are good for your skin, eyes, and hair. You can also serve sweet potato wedges as a side dish during dinner instead of french fries. Being healthy is not about limiting yourself from foods, but indulges yourself with good and healthy options. Do not eat less or eat more, but eat right.
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Replace your caramel popcorn with honey popcorn. It tastes as good, yet heather, more nutritious, and are guilt-free. Change your perception that popcorn is bad and makes you gain weight. You can create your own healthy popcorn that is healthy and delicious.
[divider title=”Mango salad” style=”style7″ align=”left”/]
Cut your mango into small cubes served with greek yogurt, 15 walnuts, and topping with basil seeds. You can add a little bit of grapes or your favorite fruits. Leave it in the freezer and have it after your workout. Healthy snacks don’t always taste bad, try it and you will love it.
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Add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and 2 drops of stevia extract into your almond milk or soya milk (your option), and topping with 2 tablespoons of dark chocolate powder and 2 teaspoons of dark chocolate chips. Serve your chocolate lava with 5 oatmeal cookies. It is such great snack to eat. It does not only taste good, but also promotes a good sleep, it strengthens your bones, and is healthy for your heart.
[divider title=”Tuna crackers” style=”style7″ align=”left”/]
You just have to spread some cheese and tuna on 5-8 crackers. It is so simple to make, yet so tasty and nutritious. This is one of my favorite snacks. You can even buy ready made tuna spread and crackers from your local supermarket. Give them a try!
Feel free to share more of your healthy snack ideas in the comments below. I would love to hear from you. Have a lovely day everyone. Be positive and reach your goals!
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