Snacking in College

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A lot of college students use snacking as the basis of their meals. It’s easy. It’s fast. It’s convenient. Snacking can be fun too! There are so many creative ways to make healthy, nutritious snacks. There are three basic snack categories that can be healthy options. The first is whole foods. Second is pre-packaged food. Third is home-made food.
Whole food options include fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds. The best options are raw or frozen produce. Canned fruits and vegetables can include unnecessary additives such as sodium, sugar and seasonings you wouldn’t like. It is best to add your own seasonings to foods so you know exactly what is going into your food. Since college student’s like foods to be mobile, raw fruits and vegetables might work best. Other whole food ideas are pumpkin seeds, almonds or sunflower seeds.
Pre-packaged foods can be healthy but should be evaluated for nutrients and ingredients. Added sugars should be noted, also saturated fat content and unnecessary additives. Nutritious packaged foods like hummus, guacamole, popcorn, salsa, tortilla chips, pita chips, meal bars, yogurt and dried fruits or vegetables are all excellent options.
Home-made snacks are always best if time allows because you will know exactly what is in the snack. Tortilla and pita chips mentioned above can be made at home and tailored to your needs like with flavors. Other easy home-made snack options include granola, trail mix, dried fruits, roasted chickpeas and hard-boiled eggs.
https://www.nutrition.org.uk/healthyliving/helpingyoueatwell/snacking.html

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