When afternoon hunger arrives, what is often missing is not a perfect snack. It is a small combination that does not require a last-minute decision. It can be small without becoming only a handful of something or a rule to follow.
Think of it as a small combination
USDA MyPlate snack tips often pair food groups, such as yogurt with berries, apple with nut butter, or whole-grain crackers with turkey and avocado. You do not need to copy those examples. Pick two or three foods you enjoy and can bring along.
- An orange or apple with an egg;
- Cucumber and bell pepper with a little hummus;
- Whole-grain crackers with a preferred soy food or cheese.
Make the choice easier in advance
After your next shop, prepare one or two small combinations and place them where you can see them. Then the afternoon choice is a bit of care that is already ready, not a moral test about whether to eat something sweet. Adapt the ideas for allergies, vegetarian eating, or any other personal needs.
If you could prepare only two foods for tomorrow afternoon, which would you choose?
Source: USDA MyPlate Healthy Snacking
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