Today’s Healthy Snacking Options

Snacking: we all do it. And for many people, it’s a guilty pleasure, done furtively after work or in the wee hours in front of the fridge. But what if snacks could be filling, healthy, and delicious? Read on to discover a few healthy snacks that don’t make you feel like you’re eating rabbit food.

Nuts

Nuts make a great snack any time of the day. Not only do they contain vitamins and antioxidants, but they’re also a source of protein that’s hard to beat for such a small-sized snack. If you’re interested in a low-carb or gluten-free diet, nuts make a tasty and healthy substitute for potato chips, crackers, and other high-carb or wheat-based salty snacks.

Snacking on a rice cake that’s topped with a spread such as all-natural peanut butter can help curb even the strongest hunger pangs (although we don’t recommend attacking the peanut butter jar with a spoon if you’re counting calories). Rice cakes are filling yet low in calories, and combined with the protein in PB, they make a healthy and delicious snack that keeps you going for hours!

Fruit

All sizes and types of animals, from birds to bonobos to bears, can’t resist the colorful and juicy appeal of fresh fruit dangling from a nearby tree. And since we’re animals too, we’re naturally drawn to fruit as well. Fruit is nature’s candy and makes a sweet, delicious snack without any processed high-fructose corn syrup or other unhealthy ingredients. Apples are rich in vitamin C, bananas boost potassium intake, pears are full of antioxidants, and the list goes on and on. In addition, many fruits contain fiber, which is crucial for a healthy diet. If you can’t get fresh fruit for a healthy snack, dried fruit makes a great substitute, plus it’s easy to take on the go.

Cheese

Cheese, healthy? Surely we must be kidding. (“Brie” kidding?) Well, cheese isn’t necessarily healthy when you eat a whole tray of your mom’s famous mac and cheese. But in moderation, cheese is actually very healthy and makes a great snack. Our handcrafted cheeses are chock-full of protein, calcium, and vitamin D, plus our cheese is made in small batches without any preservatives or GMOs. Buying delicious handmade cheese will help you savor the experience more and take your time eating, which can help reduce impulse snacking — plus, with all that protein, it’s a great energy and mood booster.

Granola

Granola is delicious both by itself and in the form of convenient, easy-to-eat granola bars. It’s full of fiber and protein and is proven to help lower cholesterol when included in a healthy diet. If you’re hunting for a tasty and energy-packed snack, look no further than granola mixed with plain low-fat Greek yogurt. You can even add craisins or raisins for their sweetness if plain yogurt doesn’t tickle your tastebuds.

Enjoy Healthy Snacking at The Old Dutch Cupboard!

Are you looking for a healthy yet delicious supply of snacks that are also free of GMOs, preservatives, and unhealthy chemicals? Visit The Old Dutch Cupboard and find your snacking supply solution! We have a huge variety of healthy snacks as well as eggs, milk, meat, and more. Buy in bulk and save big or pick up some of our famous September Farms cheese. We hope to see you soon, and happy snacking!