Filler Uppers
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I know that most of us, like me, have a very busy lifestyle. Sometimes it’s so hard to find time to grab a bite to eat when you are having a hectic day. Trying to fit the gym and other things in after a long day’s work is difficult to do. Most of us skip a meal—I know I do. Your body needs more fuel (food) to keep running, and skipping a meal makes it very difficult to run when it’s on empty. Maybe you’re at a restaurant and can’t decide what to eat or are looking for something that will keep you full for a while.
Here are some snacks that will keep you full throughout the day. You can find them at some restaurants, coffee shops or even convenience stores. You can just grab and go, or if you are busy in the office and don’t have time to eat, you can snack as you work and not waste any time.
Low-fat yogurt – Yogurt is a very good source of protein; it keeps you full and satisfied, and tastes so good, it can’t be beat.
Avocados – These are a great source of vitamins and minerals, and natural monounsaturated fats (good fat). They may not be calorie free, but they are good filler uppers. Add them to your salad or sandwiches. Avocados will help keep you satisfied.
Nuts – Most nuts (especially almonds) are great for you. Again, these contain monounsaturated fats and are an excellent source of protein and fiber. And like avocados, they have calories, so you watch your portion size. I usually incorporate these into salads. Toasted almonds are my favorite when you add them to salads that have a balsamic vinaigrette dressing. I like to make my own chicken salad sandwich by chopping up some walnuts or almonds and adding them to the chicken salad. It’s so delicious!
Eggs – Eggs are an excellent source of protein. Boil them and add them to your salads or just eat them plain. If you want to make it even healthier—without the cholesterol—eat the egg whites only.
Apples – An apple a day, keeps the doctor away. Apples are high in fiber and have dietary fiber as well. I love to add fruit to my salads, and sometimes I even add them to salmon; it sounds weird but it tastes great, depending on the preparation of your food.
Unsweetened, Natural Peanut Butter – Peanut butter is known for keeping you satisfied for long periods of time. It’s also high in protein and monosaturated fats. One of my favorite treats as a kid was celery with peanut butter—you can’t beat that!
Dried Cranberries – Good source of fiber and Vitamin C. Craisins (as they are called for being an alternative to raisins) are a great energy booster. You can add these to salads to make your salad complete. Craisins are one of my favorite snacks, but watch out—they’re so good, they’re addictive!
Berries – When I’m out and feel like having something sweet, I usually order a side of mixed berries. That always helps with my sweet tooth cravings. Berries are an excellent source of anti-oxidants—especially blueberries—and a great source of energy.
Here are some snacks that will keep you full throughout the day. You can find them at some restaurants, coffee shops or even convenience stores. You can just grab and go, or if you are busy in the office and don’t have time to eat, you can snack as you work and not waste any time.
Low-fat yogurt – Yogurt is a very good source of protein; it keeps you full and satisfied, and tastes so good, it can’t be beat.
Avocados – These are a great source of vitamins and minerals, and natural monounsaturated fats (good fat). They may not be calorie free, but they are good filler uppers. Add them to your salad or sandwiches. Avocados will help keep you satisfied.
Nuts – Most nuts (especially almonds) are great for you. Again, these contain monounsaturated fats and are an excellent source of protein and fiber. And like avocados, they have calories, so you watch your portion size. I usually incorporate these into salads. Toasted almonds are my favorite when you add them to salads that have a balsamic vinaigrette dressing. I like to make my own chicken salad sandwich by chopping up some walnuts or almonds and adding them to the chicken salad. It’s so delicious!
Eggs – Eggs are an excellent source of protein. Boil them and add them to your salads or just eat them plain. If you want to make it even healthier—without the cholesterol—eat the egg whites only.
Apples – An apple a day, keeps the doctor away. Apples are high in fiber and have dietary fiber as well. I love to add fruit to my salads, and sometimes I even add them to salmon; it sounds weird but it tastes great, depending on the preparation of your food.
Unsweetened, Natural Peanut Butter – Peanut butter is known for keeping you satisfied for long periods of time. It’s also high in protein and monosaturated fats. One of my favorite treats as a kid was celery with peanut butter—you can’t beat that!
Dried Cranberries – Good source of fiber and Vitamin C. Craisins (as they are called for being an alternative to raisins) are a great energy booster. You can add these to salads to make your salad complete. Craisins are one of my favorite snacks, but watch out—they’re so good, they’re addictive!
Berries – When I’m out and feel like having something sweet, I usually order a side of mixed berries. That always helps with my sweet tooth cravings. Berries are an excellent source of anti-oxidants—especially blueberries—and a great source of energy.
