Just like kale chips, zucchini chips are a great substitute for potato
chips—and one of Shanna's faves. She thinly slices zucchini, tosses the
slices with olive oil and seasoning and then bakes until crunchy.
7. Unsalted nuts
Olga's go-to snack is a handful of nuts—and it should be yours too. Not only do people who eat nuts have a lower risk of heart disease, but they are also more likely to get back into their skinny jeans: Research has found that snacking on nuts boosts your chance of eating less later in the day, thanks to satiating fiber and healthy fats.
8. Portion-controlled packs
Even wholesome snacks can hurt your health if you go overboard, which is why it's smart to dish out an individual serving instead of eating straight from the bag. Or, choose foods that are already divvied out into a healthy portion. The Live Longer & Stronger participants love Nourish Snacks. The treats, which clock in at no more than 200 calories, cater to every craving, from sweet (go for the chocolate-banana granola bites) to savory (like the crunch corn, BBQ chickpeas and roasted edamame mix).
9. Raw veggies
On the Challenge, the women had the green light to dig into veggies whenever they wanted. Lindsay loves sugar snap peas, and reaches for them whenever she craves the crunch of pretzels.
RELATED: More Heart-Healthy Snacks
10. A glass of sparkling water
Okay, so it's not food, but research shows that thirst can masquerade itself as hunger. If you're craving a snack, reach for a glass of H20 first and see if it squashes your drive to munch. The Live Longer & Stronger ladies sip constantly throughout the day, and also guzzle a glass before every meal, which helps fill them up so that they are more likely to eat a sensible portion.
7. Unsalted nuts
Olga's go-to snack is a handful of nuts—and it should be yours too. Not only do people who eat nuts have a lower risk of heart disease, but they are also more likely to get back into their skinny jeans: Research has found that snacking on nuts boosts your chance of eating less later in the day, thanks to satiating fiber and healthy fats.
8. Portion-controlled packs
Even wholesome snacks can hurt your health if you go overboard, which is why it's smart to dish out an individual serving instead of eating straight from the bag. Or, choose foods that are already divvied out into a healthy portion. The Live Longer & Stronger participants love Nourish Snacks. The treats, which clock in at no more than 200 calories, cater to every craving, from sweet (go for the chocolate-banana granola bites) to savory (like the crunch corn, BBQ chickpeas and roasted edamame mix).
9. Raw veggies
On the Challenge, the women had the green light to dig into veggies whenever they wanted. Lindsay loves sugar snap peas, and reaches for them whenever she craves the crunch of pretzels.
RELATED: More Heart-Healthy Snacks
10. A glass of sparkling water
Okay, so it's not food, but research shows that thirst can masquerade itself as hunger. If you're craving a snack, reach for a glass of H20 first and see if it squashes your drive to munch. The Live Longer & Stronger ladies sip constantly throughout the day, and also guzzle a glass before every meal, which helps fill them up so that they are more likely to eat a sensible portion.
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