Ice cream, brownies, cookies, chips, and all the other delicious carb-filled, sugar-filled snacks are hard to say ‘no’ to. They taste so good, so sweet, and so addicting. Yet they’re so incredibly bad for your body, if you eat them on the REG.
That’s why we like to prioritize the motto: moderation is key. Instead of constantly giving in to your favorite treats, try replacing them with some of these healthier alternatives. Your body will thank you for it.
Chomps Grass-Fed Beef Jerky Meat Snack Sticks
Come and get your 100% grass fed beef jerky with zero added sugar. Chomps brand is low in sodium and offers consumers a smokey flavor that’ll leave your tastebuds with a savory aftertaste. Plus, the portion control in each stick is perfect, packing 9 grams of protein with only 90 total calories.
Buy a 10-count here for $21.59.
Wonderful Pistachios No Shell Nuts
If you’re looking for a tasty, plant-protein superfood, pistachios should be your #1 choice. These babies are filled with fiber to keep your tummy at bay, and they supply the body with a healthy dose of fats. This particular option offers three flavor options so that you’ll never get bored.
Buy a 9-count variety pack here for $7.11.
Quaker Rice Crisps
Sometimes you just need that extra *crunch* in your life. Luckily, Quaker has come out with some tasty flavor alternative chip options so that you don’t have to sacrifice the munch. Add it to your lunchbox for a side with your meal or indulge and label it your afternoon-pick-me-up. Choices like Buttermilk Ranch, Cheddar, Caramel, and Apple Cinnamon will totally have you coming back for more.
Buy a 30-count box here for $15.95.
Quest Tortilla-Style Protein Chips
The Loaded Taco Tortilla Style Protein Chips from Quest are absolutely heavenly; not only do they taste like a loaded taco, but they’ll give you a whopping 19 grams of protein per serving. Add some low calorie salsa or guacamole and you have yourself a snack of champions.
Buy a 12-pack here for $24.22.
Boom Chicka Pop Sea Salt Popcorn
Another salty crunch craving satisfied with none other than Boom Chicka Pop, the go-to Sea Salt Popcorn that’s always a good choice. Made of only three ingredients and filled with the right amount of fiber, this snickety-snack will keep you full for quite a while – at least until your next full meal.
Buy a 4.8oz bag here for $3.69.
Larabar Apple Pie Bars
Larabars are great go-to snacks, as they’re compact and can be stored for quite a while. Our favorite is the Apple Pie variation. Filled with whole-food ingredients like almonds, dates, walnuts, apples, raisins, and cinnamon, this bar reminds us of a warm slice of apple pie. No added sugars and 4 whole grams of protein are just the cherry on top.
Buy a 16-count here for $16.37.
Two Good Greek Yogurt
Two grams of sugar, 12 grams of protein, and 80 whole calories? That’s what Two Good Greek Yogurt is all about. Why? Because the slow straining process that the deliciousness goes through removes all that extra sugar from the milk for a more balanced approach to dairy nutrition. Plus, with flavors like vanilla, raspberry, blueberry, mango, beach, and black cherry, how can you not want to add this to your diet?
Buy a single cup here for $1.59.
Sargento Balanced Breaks Cheese & Crackers
Pre-packaged snack packs that you can take on the go anywhere? Count us in. These beauties have a blend of cheeses, crackers, dried fruits, and nuts to provide you with a fun-filled treat. Pick the combo you like best. Some even come with chocolate to temporarily satisfy that sweet tooth of yours.
Buy a 3-pack here for $3.49.