Let's face it, most of us are bombarded with access to food on an almost daily basis. From our fellow co-workers bringing in the daily supply of morning donuts, to weddings, baby showers and office parties, along with the growing number of restaurants spotting the landscape, many of us do not have to worry about when and where our next meal or snack will come from. According to research, this massive availability to food, in addition to our declining activity levels, may be two of the biggest factors responsible for our ever expanding waistlines. We are also spending more time eating between meals and sadly many of us underestimate the amount of food we are eating at any given meal or snack. So what can you do to avoid the snacking trap? According to researchers making ourselves aware of when and what we are eating is a step in the right direction. Eating three quality meals and snacks high in fruits and veggies and low in processed foods can be a big factor in embracing a healthy lifestyle, as well as following some of the guidelines in the articles and links below. Are You a Smart Snacker? 9 Foods You Think are Healthy but Aren't Facts on 100-Calorie Snack Packs Keep Healthy Snacks Handy Snacking Healthy 11 Savory Snacks Under 250 Calories Eating with Diabetes: Smart Snacking Video: 100-Calorie Snacks 25 After-School Snack Ideas 20 Nifty, Nutritious Snacks for Kids Portable Snacking Tips and Ideas Movie Theater Snack Attack I Get By with a Little Help from My Snacks 10 Healthy Summer Snacks Habits of Healthy Eaters: Pack Snacks When You Travel Do you agree with the findings of this study? What healthy snacking tips might you suggest? |
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