No one is perfect, and it’s important to acknowledge that many of us have probably fallen into the clutches of toxic diet culture “advice” to reach what we believe is our goal body image. We can all take a collective sigh of relief to learn that a lot of that toxicity has fallen off in more recent years, but that doesn’t mean it’s eradicated forever.
Let’s take a deep dive into the world of snacking and why Perfect Bar Snack Size could be your next best friend when you need a bite.
Snacking is usually something small that won’t spoil your dinner, yet gives you enough energy to carry on. Your snacks will likely come in a couple of hours after breakfast, and again after lunch.
The Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture outlined four benefits that can help guide you through to healthy snacking that supports a happy life:
Next, let’s go a little further and learn more about the snacks that you should reach for as you plan your meals.
Within the recommendations presented by the Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, what you choose as a snack matters a lot. Even though highly processed foods seem easy, they can hurt your daily nutrition intake.
To simplify your snacking so you’re never left staring at another vending machine, here are some guidelines you can follow to set yourself up for success…future you is thanking you already.
If it’s all a matter of what you eat, let’s dive into how to formulate a yummy snack you’ll be excited about:
With the help of Harvard’s School of Public Health, let’s take a look at some tips on choosing the right snack:
Take a look at the times throughout the day that you feel hungry and start thinking about snacking. What time does that usually happen and what is your typical response?
The best way to avoid “bad” foods is to eliminate them from your reach. Pack a nutritious bite that lives on your desk or in your bag whenever hunger hits.
Being conscious of your moods when you feel like snacking can help you curb your cravings. If you’re hungry, take the next step. If you find yourself emotionally eating, consider mindfulness practices first before diving into an ultra-processed bag of food.
All in all, it’s okay to snack. Making snacking fun, yummy, and better for you can take your daily food intake to the next level. You want nutrient-dense, delicious options that won’t throw you down a rabbit hole of energy spikes and crashes.
Take the hard work out of packing in the nutrients your body needs. We created the Snack Size Perfect Bar to support busy people who want something both yummy and nutritious. Here are three options you’ll love and can rotate depending on your mood:
At Perfect Bar, we take snacking seriously (usually). Perfect Bar covers all the bases your body is looking for in a tiny bite. Each bar is packed with 20+ superfoods, five grams of protein, and has become the better-for-you snack your body and taste buds will love.
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