Some New Snack Ideas

Fitness magazine got together their nutrition experts to compile a list of the Best Snacks. After going through thousands of different foods they came up with a list of items that you can add to your grocery list to make shopping for great foods easier.

Here are some of their best snack recommendations:

If you need a salty treat try Kettle Brand Baked Lightly Salted Potato Chips.
Per ounce: 120 calories, 3g protein, 21g carbohydrate, 3g fat (0.5g saturated), 2g fiber

A filling treat that is high in fiber and protein is Newman's Own Organics Hi-Protein Pretzels.
Per 22 pretzels: 120 calories, 5g protein, 22g carbohydrate, 1.5g fat (0g saturated), 4g fiber

Sun-Maid Mixed Fruit can be eaten alone, added to oatmeal, or made into trail mix with nuts and dry cereal.
Per 1/4 cup: 100 calories, 1g protein, 26g carbohydrate, 0g fat (0g saturated), 3g fiber

An easy snack to take on the go is Del Monte SuperFruit Mixed Fruit Chunks.
Per 1/2 cup: 70 calories, 1g protein, 17g carbohydrate, 0g fat (0g saturated), 2g fiber

Instead of plain crackers try Athenos Baked Whole Wheat Pita Chips with your hummus or favorite low-fat dip.
Per 11 chips: 120 calories, 4g protein, 18g carbohydrate, 4g fat (0g saturated), 2g fiber

Sabra Hummus makes a great dip for veggies or pita chips and can also be a great spread on a sandwich - it's also my favorite brand!
Per 2 tablespoons: 70 calories, 2g protein, 4g carbohydrate, 6g fat (1g saturated), 1g fiber

Food Should Taste Good Multigrain Tortilla Chips is a great chip to try with your favorite dip.
Per ounce: 140 calories, 3g protein, 18g carbohydrate, 6g fat (0.5g saturated), 3g fiber

Wholly Salsa Medium can be found in the refrigerator section of your grocery store. Also look for their guacamole - it's delicious.
Per 2 tablespoons: 10 calories, 0g protein, 2g carbohydrate, 0g fat (0g saturated), 0g fiber

A yummy granola bar that makes an easily portable snack, or one you can keep in your desk at work, is Kashi TLC Trail Mix Granola Bar. This can also be a great pre or post workout snack.
Per bar: 140 calories, 6g protein, 20g carbohydrate, 5g fat (0.5g saturated), 4g fib