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You need a snack…stat.
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Eating a snack in the afternoon can actually help you avoid that dreaded mid-day slump.
Its also a good idea to keep a protein-filled snack in your gym bag on busy days.
Having enough protein is so important for muscle recovery and growth, along with rest andhydration, of course!
Bars
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These2024 Pantry Awardwinning barsdon’t have that notorious chalky texture or chemical aftertaste.
That makes this a great snack to slip into your gym bagfor after a workout.
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), the rosemary almonds, and the candied valencia almonds, one tester wrote.
Sahale Snacks
Honey Almonds Glazed Mix (6-Pack)
Walmart
Have a mega sweet tooth?
Try this nutty mix.
This specific brand and flavor makes a convenient snack a truly enjoyable one, too.
The flavors are nice and subtle, though I prefer the naked/original varieties.
Bumble Bee
Lemon & Pepper Seasoned Tuna (12-Pack)
Oh, you didnt know tuna iscoolnow?
I think tuna is highly underrated!
one SELF editor says, setting the record straight.
Fish is another complete protein source, so you know youre getting the amino acids your body needs.
Its also high in selenium, a mineral that plays a role in your thyroids hormone metabolism and reproduction.
This was flavorful without going too hard with the seasonings, one tester wrote.
They come in three sweet and savory flavors: Caribbean Jerk, Island Teriyaki, and Smokey Poke.
I am obsessed with these because of how crunchy and flavorful they are.
They also have almost the same amounts of calcium and iron as the Biena Chickpeas doa nice plus.
Remember that satisfaction and enjoyment of food is also really good for you.
Plus, the single-serve bags are large enough to satiate me in the middle of the afternoon.
Another tester adds: I find myself reaching for them in the afternoon when I need a pick-me-up.
They are filling, crispy, and seasoned to perfection.
They come in a bunch of flavors, including Bombay Spice, Buffalo, and Korean BBQ.
And the ingredient list keeps things simple, with just chickpeas, oil, and seasoning.
Wrap it in some deli turkey with hot sauce…yum!
Dairy is also a great source of vitamin D, calcium, and potassium, Gorham says.
Vitamin D is important for bone health and needed for cells to function.
Calcium and potassium are important minerals that are needed to promote bone and heart health.
It comes in bite-size pieces that have a nice crispy-crunchy texture and extremely concentrated cheese flavor.
Fair warning: They definitely make your hands greasy, so be prepared for that.
In my opinion, it’s worth it, she adds.
Moon Cheese is a fun way to get calcium (349 mg) into your diet.
Like all dairy products, this yogurt also contains plenty of calcium (140 mg).
Youll get the protein youre after, along with calcium and probiotics, in one chocolate-covered package.
Its high protein and perfectly tasty, especially in summer when tomatoes are at their peak.
Its not lacking in sweetness, though, thanks to sucralose and stevia leaf extracts, two artificial sweeteners.
Theyre super easy to take with you as a snack on the go.
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