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Healthy Snack Options

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Did you know? Are you aware that your total suggested daily intake of calories can be consumed in just one snack? So it is important to choose your snack options wisely. Healthy snacks can provide you with the energy you need to get through the day, help keep you fuller longer and aid in weight loss . Healthy Snacks Helps Sustain Energy Levels After you consume a snack high in sugar, your blood sugar levels rise then drop, which can lead to an energy crash and make you feel tired between meals. Healthy snacks, such as a small apple with peanut butter, promote sustained blood and energy levels. The high fiber, high protein combination digests slower in your bloodstream, so your sugar levels don't fluctuate as much. Helps Eliminate Binge Eating Your blood sugar dips within 3 to 5 hours after you eat. Dietitians recommend consuming small, healthy meals every 3 to 5 hours to help stabilize your blood sugar and keep your metabolism revved up, so you don't go into starvat...