Did someone say snacks? I love them! They’re a great way to add extra nutrients to your diet, fuel your body, and keep you satisfied until your next meal.

But if you don’t get the balance quite right, snacks can be what breaks a healthy diet, adding extra hidden calories that may lead to unwanted weight gain.

If you’re currently working from home, you’ve got the extra challenge with free reign of the fridge and pantry and no one around to judge you! So how do you get healthy snacking right? Keep reading.

Set up a structured eating pattern

If you're someone who can’t seem to stop at just one, simply start with 3 main meals and 2 snacks per day. You can even add alarms for each eating occasion, for example:

Breakfast – 8am
Snack 1 – 10am
Lunch – 12.30pm
Snack 2 – 3pm
Dinner – 7pm.

Not only does this help with your metabolism, this structured eating pattern helps to prevent overindulging and eating later in the day.

Meal prep made easy

On a Sunday afternoon before you commence your work week, plan your meals and snacks for the week ahead. And you don’t need to worry about meal prep cos we got you with ready-made meals and snack delivery seven days a week!

The more you’re able to look ahead, you’re more likely to make better options throughout the week and less likely to grab something unhealthy out of a vending machine or drive-thru.

Some healthy snacks to add into your day

Yoghurt

Yoghurt is high in protein and calcium-rich, which is important for strong muscles and bones. If you want a little extra sweetest and crunch, combine yoghurt with fresh berries and our Berry Toasty Granola.

Nuts and seeds

Nuts and seeds are a great healthy fat which are great for your heart, skin, and brain health. Grab yourself a small handful of your favourite nuts and seeds – about 1/4 cup is a serving size. Or you can add a tablespoon of peanut or almond butter to a piece of fruit for the same benefits!

Veg sticks with hummus

The more veggies a day we eat, the better! Veggies are great because they’re high in fibre and packed with vitamins and minerals. Hummus, made from chickpeas, is also a great source of protein and fibre and goes perfectly with some veggie sticks!

Popcorn

Yep that’s right! You don’t need to be at the movies to enjoy this snack. Popcorn is a great light low calorie snack option when you’re feeling like something savoury!

Sweet treats

Packed with protein and good fats from nuts and seeds, our protein balls will help to satisfy sweet cravings.

Another sweet option is having fresh fruit on hand! We’re now delivering fresh fruit boxes straight to your door. Having a full fruit bowl is a great way to encourage healthy snacks throughout the day. It’s recommended to aim for 2 serves of fruit per day for added minerals, vitamins and fibre.

A general guide to snacking

If you’re currently on a weight-loss journey or trying to maintain your current weight, a general guide is to keep your serve to less than 500-600kJ of energy. Limiting high sugary foods and takeaway snacks is a great place to start and focus on more fibre and protein rich snacks as shown above.

Keep snacking healthy by including a structured meal pattern, plan ahead, and focus on quality high-protein and fibre-rich snacks to keep you satisfied until your next meal.

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