Healthy Snack Ideas: Carbs and Protein
From the Article "9 Ways To Beat A Snack Attack"
By Jill Weisenberger, M.S., R.D., C.D.E., Lifescript Nutrition Expert
Published January 13, 2011
When a midafternoon slump hits
This isn’t the time to grab a cupcake from the bakery next door. Instead, “shoot for a protein and carbohydrate combo” for long-lasting energy, says Rosanne Rust, R.D., author of The Calorie Counter for Dummies (For Dummies).
High-quality carbs will give you energy for the rest of the afternoon and protein will hold you until dinnertime.
Dietitians’ Picks: Celery and peanut butter or 1 ounce reduced-fat cheese and a small pear.
If your energy is really flagging, try almonds with a cup of coffee and skim milk, suggests Chicago-based registered dietitian Sandy Sfikas.
Coffee is loaded with antioxidants, despite its bad rap, and is linked to lower rates of diabetes and heart disease. The almonds have crunch, protein and fat – the perfect recipe to satisfy hunger, she says.
MY THOUGHTS
i can't imagine the celery-peanut butter combination. the cheese and pear sounds delicious. and yes, the decaf coffee. i should get myself some almonds.
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