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Feel like you need a little "something" in between meals?
Congratulations, you've just been presented with a great opportunity to add a healthy snack to your daily nutritional palette. More than an afterthought, regular snacks are an essential part of a smart eating strategy. Well-chosen, nutrient-rich foods keep your metabolism on an even keel throughout the day and help ensure that you don't get too hungry, tired, or downright cranky before your next regular meal.
As always, the key is to prioritize choices that include the fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains that your body needs. But how you snack is almost as important as what you snack on. Eating on the run or while distracted doesn't really allow you to slow down give your attention to the food that sustains you, or savor the moment. Taking an occasional time-out from keeping all those balls in the air is good for you!
Food Is Meant to Be Enjoyed
Uninterrupted snack breaks enable you to make your relationship with food a priority. Food is one of life's greatest pleasures, but when you try to eat while multitasking, it becomes an automatic action rather than a mindful one. When you are able to focus, you can better enjoy the taste and texture of your snack, and appreciate the feeling of satisfaction it gives you.
While you are in a "healthy eating" state of mind, take a moment to think ahead a bit so you are not left scrambling when hunger strikes again. This is much more fun than snacking while rushing to your next appointment.
So turn off your phone and resist the urge to check your email, or Facebook, or your Twitter feed. Pick up some yogurt, a piece of fruit, or a lovely LemonZest® LUNA bar. Go outside. Feel the sun on your face. Breathe. There . . . doesn't that feel better?
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