Fab Snack Ideas Under 200 Calories

For some, eating regularly can prove to be the key factor in keeping feelings of hunger at bay. Depending on your choice, snacking can also be a very valuable means of getting extra nutrients into your daily diet.

Here are a few snack ideas based on their calorie content:

Snacks under 50 calories

• 1 Fruit Shortcake or Garibaldi biscuit
• 2 slices of Crackerbread with olive based spread
• 1 piece of fruit
• 1 low calorie chocolate drink
• 1 diet yoghurt
• 1 Ginger Nut or Rich Tea biscuit

Snacks under 100 calories

• 1 oz Brie, Camembert or Edam cheese
• 1 slice of wholegrain toast with olive based spread
• 1 plain or milk chocolate Digestive biscuit
• Raw carrot sticks with a small amount of reduced fat hummus
• 1 pot of fromage frais
• 3 tablespoons of breakfast cereal

Snacks under 150 calories

• 1 wholemeal bread roll with olive based spread
• 1 pot rice pudding, or custard
• 1 oz milk, plain or white chocolate
• 1 English muffin with olive based spread
• 1 oz almonds

Snacks under 200 calories

• 2 slices of wholegrain bread toasted with olive based spread
• 2 wholewheat crackers, or oatcakes, with 1 oz of cheese
• 3 tablespoons breakfast cereal with 1/3 pint semi-skimmed milk
• 1 plain or fruit scone with olive based spread
• Small slice of fruit or sponge cake

Remember, some of those listed above may not be the healthiest option for you, especially if you are trying to lose weight. However, occasional treats, in moderation, can help you to stick with your diet regimen.

Check out these well balanced snack ideas.

Best wishes!