thinking ahead... for your company for your employees for your future July 8, 2013
WELLNESS WEEKLY
Super Snacks With 100 Calories or Less Microwave Popcorn
When you want a large snack with a small calorie count, popcorn delivers. Some microwave brands have just 100 calories in 6 cups. It's also high in fiber, which can help you stay full longer.
Cottage Cheese and Cantaloupe
Cottage cheese is a protein powerhouse, with 1/2 cup delivering 14 g. Like fiber, protein can help you stay full longer. Enjoy low-fat cottage cheese plain or with a side of fruit. A small wedge of cantaloupe brings the total calories to 100.
Nonfat Greek Yogurt with Honey
Greek yogurt is known for its creamy texture and high protein content. A 1/2 cup of nonfat plain Greek yogurt has 12 g of protein. Drizzle on a teaspoon of honey for a total of 84 calories.
Baby Carrots with Hummus
Dip eight large baby carrots into 2 tablespoons of hummus. Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A and beta carotene, while hummus adds protein. Pre-packaged baby carrots are convenient, and there are many varieties of hummus available.
Half a Baked Potato with Salsa
Microwave a baked potato for an easy snack that's loaded with vitamin C, not with calories. Half of a medium-sized baked potato has 80 calories – keep the skin, which is packed with nutrients. Spread a tablespoon of salsa on top to spice it up without significantly boosting the calorie count.
Baked Apple
Baked apples taste like dessert but provide the same vitamins and fiber as their fresh counterparts. Sprinkle cinnamon on top without adding calories.
Frozen Yogurt Sandwich
Cheese-Stuffed Pita Pocket
Nonfat frozen yogurt is a healthy alternative to ice cream, and it's easy to find varieties with no added sugar. Try making a "FroYo" sandwich by spreading two tablespoons of nonfat frozen yogurt between two graham cracker squares. Even with chocolate frozen yogurt, you're only looking at 84 calories.
Blueberry Smoothie
Not-So-Super Snacks
Grab a whole-grain pita pocket and stuff it with 1/2 ounce part-skim ricotta cheese. The fiber and protein will help fill you up, and the whole snack has less than a gram of saturated fat.
A fruit smoothie offers a scrumptious way to get in some extra calcium and antioxidants during your day. Try blending 1/3 cup of nonfat yogurt with 2/3 cup of frozen blueberries and ice.
Almonds
When the munchies strike while you're on the go, there are few things more convenient than nuts. You can eat 14 almonds without hitting the 100-calorie mark. Plus, they're rich in fiber and protein.
Don't make a habit of snacking on 100-calorie packs of crackers and cookies, which are mainly made with refined flour. These snack packs may be low in calories, but they're also low in nutrients. It's better to make your snacks work for you by delivering protein, fiber, or antioxidants. Brought to you by Gallagher Benefit Services / Source: http://www.webmd.com/diet/ ss/slideshow-100-calorie-snacks