School – Homework – Afterschool
Activities – Bed – Repeat.
As a student, you know what it’s like to live a busy
lifestyle. Sometimes, the rush from place to place can leave little time to
grab a healthy snack in between– making us vulnerable to the tempting calls of
our favorite fast food places. To help combat the urge to grab unhealthy foods
in a rush, here are some healthy, portable snack ideas to keep you fueled and satisfied throughout the day.
When looking for a snack to give you the nutrients and energy you need to make it through your busy class and rehearsal
schedule, look for these three things:
¨
Lean
protein - repairs and builds muscles
¨
Healthy
fat - for muscle recovery
¨
Complex
carbohydrate – provides fiber and energy
Unlike their fast food counterparts, foods with these
components won’t slow you down or make you feel tired during the day. Try
packing some of these snacks to go:
To-Go Wrap
-Canned
tuna
- Plain 2% Greek yogurt
-Chopped celery
-Whole grain wrap
OR
-Hard-boiled egg
-Plain 2% Greek yogurt
-Avocado
-Whole
grain wrap
Homemade
Trail Mix
-Dried cranberries, apricots, mango and pineapple
-A
sprinkle of dark chocolate chips - dark chocolate is a great source of
antioxidants and can help reduce blood pressure!
Nut
Butter Sandwiches
-Natural almond butter
-Banana slices
-Ezekiel bread – this health bread is full of protein and amino acids, crucial
for muscle repair.
OR
-Natural peanut butter
-Apple slices
-Ezekiel bread
Fresh Veggies and Hummus
-Carrots, bell peppers, tomatoes, broccoli and celery
-Your favorite hummus
Prepare these healthy snacks at the start of the week so
that they will be easily accessible
to grab on your way out in the mornings during the week. Keep the 3-part formula of lean protein, healthy fats
and complex carbs in mind when snacking and you’ll be energized and fueled for
the busy show season ahead! #BeTheInSpiration
Pauline Braxton
Community Outreach
Coordinator
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