10 Snacks Less Than 175 Calories

I want to start eating healthy, so I thought that I would start posting 1 time a week some healthy facts, tips, or stories. I will probably add to the stories a little bit, but I will make sure to give you the website where I get them from. I don't want anyone to think that I am taking credit for someone else's work (that is SOOO HIGH SCHOOL. :-) I will try to post them at the beginning of the week. My goal is to do it on Monday's. So here it goes for week 1.


1. Banana: Portable, peelable and around 100 calories. It's a good source of fiber, potassium and is rich in vitamin B6, which regulates blood glucose levels and keeps your moods at an even keel.



2. Lions and tigers and bears: Oh, my -- animal crackers weigh in at only 12 calories each.



3. Half of a whole grain bagel: spread with jam or low-fat cream cheese.



4. One almond, one date: Stuff the former into the latter for satisfying sweetness and nutty crunch.



5. Baby carrots: Eat a handful with a creamy dip (mix 1/4 cup salsa with 1/4 cup low-fat sour cream).



6. Whole wheat pretzels (1 1/2 oz.): A bona fide snack that's not junk food.



7. Sweet potato: If you think of it only as a side dish, you're missing out on a great snack. Baked and cooled, it's a delicious alternative to fruit.



8. A cup of instant bean soup: Fiber-packed and filling -- just add water!



9. Whole grain cereal: Low-fat, low-sugar choices such as Cheerios or Wheat Chex aren't just for breakfast. Slip a 1/2 cup into a plastic bag to eat when you're on the go.



10. Low-fat string cheese (2 oz.): The perking power of protein and the rich bite of cheese -- without all that nasty fat.



(THE INFORMATION FROM THIS POST WAS TAKEN FROM AN AOL WEBSITE...I don't remember the site, but I will be sure to update this post when I find it.)