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This is a great post. I'm coming back to Sparkpeople and am worried about my snacks at work! I wrote down a lot of great ideas. Thanks
Julia
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starkist tuna pouches are (90) boca burger (70) oscar mayer ff hot dog (40) mini baby bell (80) pop chips , small bag (100) These are more expensive but fast...Most are from HG
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I think a couple of hard boiled eggs without the yolk and some nuts :)...if you have access to a freezer the SwissMiss 100Calorie Fedge Bar-- tastes like chocolate icecream to me and only 1g of fat
“Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened.” by Dr Seuss.
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Lov ethis board..found new cheap snacks!
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I've never tried making a smoothie with milk-- I typically use yogurt. I think I'm going to give this a try!
" Someone who is busier than you is running right now. " " If it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you. "
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okay, since no one has hit on this one, if you like PB and you like spicy. . .try one of my favorites. Fresh jalapeños, seeded, trimmed and halved. Use caution! Wear gloves. Spread PB onto them and enjoy. I know it sounds different and some of you are wrinkling your nose, but if you like the two separate you will enjoy them together:)
HAVE A GOOD FOR YOU DAY EVERYONE!!!
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Fruit
Sweat like a pig instead of eating like a pig!!
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Frozen berries, make your own trail mix by shopping in the bulk section of your grocery store!, try this: 1 oz whole grain pretzels, 2 tbsp almonds, 1 oz cheese, 1 cup grapes all mixed together, yogurt mixed with flaxseed.
Brandi
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A brown rice rice cake is only 30 calories and costs about 11 cents (when they're on sale for 1.50 for 14 in the pack). I LOVE cheese strings, but can only get them when they're on sale: 16 oz - 16 cheese sticks - for $4 or less. That's about 25 cents each, and a little expensive for me, but I NEVER pay more than that! One package will last over 2 weeks.
“Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you” (Matthew 7:7, NLT)
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Chocolate rice cake with 1 tablespoon of reduced fat peanut butter....
Beth from Bama BLC20 Crimson Butterfly
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String cheese, Hummus and cucumber. Hard boiled egg,
Behave your way to success.....Dr. Phil "If hunger is not the problem, food is not the solution" Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time. Thomas A. Edison
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SHAN2009
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cottage cheese with blueberries or cantaloupe hard boiled egg fruit smoothie
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Fiber One Chocolate Chip Cookie
"God can not give us hapiness and peace apart from Himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing." - C.S. Lewis
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Fiber One chocolate oats bars
Lynnette- from Texas (CST) "Success doesn’t just happen. It’s a result of Planning, Preparation, Performance, and Perseverance". -Chris Powell (Choose to Lose) BL Fall Challenge Week 0= No loss Week 1= +2lbs Week 2= -1lbs Week 3= No change Week 4= No change Week 5= -1 lbs Week 6= Week 7= Week 8= Week 9= Week 10= Height: 5'8" Starting Weight: 235.4 lbs Lowest Weight: 178 lbs Current Weight: 217 lbs Current Goal We
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Smoothie. 1 c. frozen berry of choice 1 c. Skim Milk or Almond Vanilla Soy Milk 1/2 tsp. Real Vanilla Put all ingredients in a blender. Blend thoroughly. Pour and enjoy!
Phillipians 4:13 I can do all things through CHRIST which strengtheneth me.
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I like an apple and a cheese stick
Roni (Illinois) Amber Amazon Warrior BLC 21 PERSISTENCE "Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful" Ralph Waldo Emerson
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A preschool favorite: banana dipped in yogurt then dipped into anything that will stick--nuts, cheerios, kashi go lean...
Starting Weight 1/1/10=252 25 pounds down=Accomplished! Yeah, baby! It's gone! 50 lbs down=Did it once, now having to do it again... :P 60 lbs down=Time for a BIG reward 70 lbs down=The knees will be sooo pleased 80 lbs down=My goal 90 lbs down=My secret goal shhhh! You are the captain of your own ship--grab the helm!
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apple/cup of Kashi cereal
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chocolate cheerios
"Yesterday you said tomorrow."- Nike
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plain yogurt mixed with a teaspoon of peanut butter...heavenly and the effect now snack
Sue Lost 100 pounds with the Zone 17 years ago and have kept it off! You can see photos of my favorite meals and snacks here: http://s531.photobucket.com/albums/dd3 52/SueK24/
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a piece of fruit
~~Aussie~~ 230 lbs: 1 itunes song 225 lbs: 2 itunes songs 220 lbs: new outfit
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oatmeal soup fruit smoothie
Since I choose to eat right and drink right, I suppose you could say I LIVE right! John 3:16 - the ultimate sacrifice
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a bag of Cheerios!
With health and Love :-) Theresa Aug Goal: 1000 Fitness minutes! 240- 2 songs from ITunes 235- 5 songs from ITunes 230-10 songs from ITunes 220-New Outfit!!
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If I am ravenous and its going to be a long time until dinner I'll eat 2oz of thinly sliced chicken. It keeps me satisfied for at least a couple of hours.
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Boiled eggs and banana smoothie!
Sweat like a pig instead of eating like a pig!!
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Hard boiled eggs! I usually toss the yolk.
I also write here: http://rfoster-faith.livejournal.com/
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I actually eat a Clif bar (or something akin) every mid-morning during the work week because I tend to have light breakfasts (as in, cereal with berries and coffee). They give me a calorie/energy boost, and are full of fiber and protein. Also, they're pretty delicious.
Karen "Don't stop thinking about tomorrow Don't stop, it'll soon be here It'll be here, better than before Yesterday's gone, yesterday's gone..."
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Fresh fruit is my usual snack. It's more inexpensive if you stay with what's in season. Also, even though it's more expensive, I recommend getting organic fruit--especially apples. The difference in taste is remarkable.
Hard boiled eggs are a good, cheap snack too. Boil more than one at a time and stick them in the fridge. They kill your hunger in nothing flat.
If you're really thrifty, don't buy baby carrots. Buy bigger carrots and slice them up yourself.
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My daughter (15) just shared this snack with me a few days ago, she sliced and apple, drizzled it with honey, sprinkled some cinnamon, microwave for about 20 seconds. OMG it smelled delicious! Tasted like apple pie filling.
Anything is possible if you believe! Have a great day!
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I had to read a ways down the line here, to find the oatmeal peanut butter recipe everyone is talking about. It looks interesting. I loved peanut butter and honey sandwhiches as a kid, so this is something to try!
~~Aussie~~ 230 lbs: 1 itunes song 225 lbs: 2 itunes songs 220 lbs: new outfit
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I like mini biscotties ! 35 calories each
The Lord is my strength and i know i can do better with the Lords help. The Lord laid it on my heart to start a team called GOD ANSWERS PRAYER AND I WOULD LOVE TO HAVE ANYBODY THAT WANTS HELP TO LOSE THEIR WEIGHT TO JOIN . I KNOW I CAN'T DO THIS WITHOUT THE LORDS HELP !
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Cheap starts with where you get them: Costco, Aldi, Big Lots are my faves for deals. Big bag pistachios at Costco is like 25 1 oz servings 48 string cheese sticks at Costco for less than $8 Bags of apples on sale 1/2 serving Special K crackers with 80 cals cheese and 1/3 oz ham is 150 calories Special K chocolately drizzle bars are 90 calories Fiber One chocolate oats bars - 36 are $12 at Costco 1/3 oz ham rolled with one string cheese baby carrots and 2 tbsp hummus 1 3/4 cups watermelon - one big one yields 35-40 cups SF popsicles and jello
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Living_Right1; I like the idea of the air popcorn. Instead of salt, I use either substitute salt or cinnamon.
Those who make the worst use of their time are the first to complain of its shortness. --Jean de la Bruyere
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LEAH851
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6/27/12 10:58 A
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Hi! How do you make the protein shake ice cream? Is it just protein powder and water and then freeze it for a few hours?
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LEAH851
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6/27/12 10:54 A
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Hi! For the oatmeal and peanut butter recipe, I just wanted to clarify the directions, You said "scoop out a tablespoon of peanut butter, add a few drops (literally only a few) and mix it in until it is pretty creamy". So, do you only add a few drops of peanut butter, or is it something else?
Sounds delicious - thanks for sharing!
Edited by: LEAH851 at: 6/27/2012 (10:56)
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I love watermellon !
The Lord is my strength and i know i can do better with the Lords help. The Lord laid it on my heart to start a team called GOD ANSWERS PRAYER AND I WOULD LOVE TO HAVE ANYBODY THAT WANTS HELP TO LOSE THEIR WEIGHT TO JOIN . I KNOW I CAN'T DO THIS WITHOUT THE LORDS HELP !
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a serving of fiber one = takes the edge off! YUM
Lanitai -It's Just Food.
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My favourite for the crunchy/salty craving = air popped pop corn with a dash of salt and pepper
Attitudes are contagious. Is yours worth catching?
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Thanks for the peanut butter in oatmeal idea. I will definitely have to try it.
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Fruits and veggies!! I catch canned fruit on sale, or freeze fresh fruit when I get a deal...and some staples, like carrots, celery, cucumber, and tomatoes, tend to be reasonably priced already! I also recommend reduced fat string cheese... And store-brand chewy granola bars (only 90 calories, and sometimes only a couple bucks a box)--not only some oatmeal and granola in there, you can get a chocolate fix or grab the oatmeal-raisin kind for a little kick of iron!
“You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” ~Christopher Robin
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I like hummus and slices of red bell peppers.
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I agree about the Fiber One brownies. I first heard about them on the Dr. Oz show. They are fabulous! Thanks everyone for all of the great ideas!
EXCUSES ARE THE NAILS THAT BUILT THE HOUSE OF FAILURE !
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1/4 cup of oatmeal with peanut butter and honey. At work, I have access to the coffee dispenser, which has a hot water tap. I usually do enough to lightly coat the oats, let them sit for a minute, scoop out a tablespoon of peanut butter, add a few drops (literally only a few) and mix it in until it is pretty creamy. I usually add a small portion of skim milk to cool it down a touch and to give it a creamier texture. It is a delicious little snack that gets me through for hours. When I make it home on occasion, I toss in fruit as well like bananas!
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This is slightly more "dessert-y" than "snack-y" if you get my drift but I'll share it anyway, and you can always have it as just a small portion. I have been using tinned or fresh fruit (or both) (fav. combination so far has been pineapple and blueberries) and covering the fruit with a few tablespoons of low fat custard. Pop in the microwave just til it is warmed through (about 1 minute 20 seconds in mine). It tastes a bit like crumble or pie but without the crumble or pastry! (Also tried with peaches, strawberries, mango and raspberries)
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Trader Joe's Lite Cheddar Cheese Stick + 8 wheat thins = 140 calories. Throw in a handful of grapes! Less than 200 calories.
"You miss 100% of the shots you never take" - Wayne Gretzky ~Julie
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Oh my!!! Thanks for all the wonderful ideas!!! Wow....Looks like Im goin shoppin today!!! LOL :)
~*~*Kristen*~*~
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I can't wait to go home and make an ice cream protein drink! Great idea! My daughter just turned me onto Fiber One brownies, at 90 calories, it takes care of my chocolate fix, and with 20 g of protein it helps me meet my protein goal! Thanks for all the great ideas!
Anything is possible if you believe! Have a great day!
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Protein Shakes as Ice Cream! Yum. About 100 to 130 calories each. I make a chocolate one when I get home. Add just about any flavoring. But I love a drop of peppermint. Freeze a couple of hours and voila! www.vitalady.com is where I get mine. I love some of the chocolate ones. But I switch to fruit ones during summer, add a strawberry or a slice of lemon, put a creamy vanilla with a diet root beer for a great float flavor. There are so many things you can do with flavored protein shakes.
I'm dancing as fast as I can.
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DIANA4ME
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I'm a diabetic so I have to watch my carbs. I've just discovered barbaque flavored pork rinds (chicharrones). They satisfy the crunch I want without any carbs! I bought the Kroger brand but Hussman's makes them, too. Only 80 calories per serving!
Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm. WINSTON CHURCHILL Diana4me
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A Nutritionist gave a lecture on healthy weight loss and told us to avoid the 100 calorie pack snacks, many are high in sugar and some contain additives that are not helpful to our bodies. I buy the snack size zip lock bags and make my own single serving snacks. It is much cheeper than buying the 100 calorie packs. I take one serving of Wheat Thins, one serving of low fat granola, 12 cashews, or 14 almonds and place them in the snack sized bags. You can make your own 100 calorie packs to have on hand whenever you need them. Wise makes a butter flavored popcorn that has 50% less fat and 1/3 less calories, 4 cups is 140 calories 6 grams of fat. Wise also makes a white cheddar cheese version. They are both very good and filling. Lots of great suggestions for snacks. Best wishes to all on your journey to better health and fitness.
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Trader joes has a gluten free guide online, as well as some fairly healthy salty snacks, chips&crackers!
"Be ashamed to die until you have scored a victory for mankind."-Dr. T G Kalogris
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