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-- 5 Healthy Low-Fat Snacks for Weight Loss or Maintenance -- 

 

Trying to find healthy snacks for diets can be a challenge. When you eat a nutritionally-sound snack, it enables you to turn an otherwise unhealthy snacking time into an opportunity to eat well and pump up your energy levels. Here are 5 quick, easy and good snacks for diets that you can easily consume throughout the day.

1. Canned Tuna

Canned tuna is one of the few foods that comes in a can and is good for you. It's one of the best healthy snack goods because, apart from satisfying hunger pangs, is very low in calories and an excellent source of protein. Protein helps to build muscle and stabilize your energy levels. It can be eaten straight out of the can without any preparation or quickly added to a salad, giving you an instant healthy snack. You can substitute with canned turkey, salmon or chicken - all of these are very lean proteins with the healthy kind of fats.

2. Fresh Fruit

Needless to say, fruits are good low calorie snacks. Most fruits contain less than 100 calories per serving and contain lots of fiber, vitamins and minerals. These nutrients jointly enhance your energy levels and help your body to function efficiently throughout the day. Fruits can be eaten on their own anytime hunger strikes or you can quickly mix a few of your favorite fruits together in a bowl for a tasty fruit salad.

3. Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt is extremely good for your health as it contains a rich variety of nutrients. This unique form of yogurt is thoroughly strained to get rid of liquid whey and lactose, leaving behind a tangy, creamy product that has a thicker consistency than regular yogurt. Greek yogurt is one of the best healthy snack foods for busy people who are always on the go. It provides double the protein of regular yogurt and contains high levels of healthy fats. You can eat Greek yogurt on its own or top it with fruits, nuts or seeds whenever you start to feel hungry.

4. Nuts

A small portion of nuts will keep you satisfied for hours. Nuts are good snacks for diets because they are one of the best sources of healthy fats. Research has shown that eating nuts regularly lowers the risk of major chronic diseases such as heart disease and blood vessel disorders. There are many different alternatives to choose from so you really are spoiled for choice.

5. Seeds

Seeds are also great healthy things to snack on due to the high levels of fiber, healthy fats and protein that they contain. Their unique nutrient combination boosts your digestion, enhances your energy levels and supports all your internal cells and vital organs. Like nuts, there are lots of different seeds you can try, with each type having a unique and delicious flavor.

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