Healthy Snacks for Teens
Teens in high school tend to eat unhealthy snacks during the day so here are some snacks that are healthy.
- Hard Boiled Eggs plus an apple. Whether your teen
is looking to gain muscle or lose weight, this perfectly packaged
protein can be the answer. Add the apple for energy and fiber.
- String cheese plus a handful of almonds. Calcium
is vital for this age group as they are still in the bone growth phase
of their life. The almonds are a filling compliment to add some good
fat, magnesium and fiber.
- Soft pretzels and hummus. A snack that will be very popular with teens!
- Peanut butter and an apple. The ultimate snack with
perfect portions of fat, carbs, and protein! Change up the peanut
butter by grinding up other nuts like almonds or cashews.
- Low fat yogurt with berries and cottage cheese.
Another calcium power house! Exchange the low fat yogurt for some Greek
yogurt and the protein literally doubles. Adding the berries gives a
great flavor while also getting in some vital antioxidants.
- Popcorn mixed with nuts and dried fruit. This filling snack may be light on protein, but the good fat and energy it will bring makes it a great pre-exercise snack.
- Whole wheat English muffin with pizza sauce, veggies, and mozzarella cheese. While these taste best baked and toast.
- Baked corn chips with bean dip. We love the bean dip that
has black eyed peas, avocado, and tomatoes!
