When starting a new diet, we often worry about what foods we will have to give up in order to meet our goals. Losing weight shouldn’t be all about eating food that isn’t appealing to you. But unfortunately, many diet plans are like that. And that is one of the reasons why so many people fail with their diet plans because the temptation to eat something delicious and enjoyable is far too tempting. 

If this has happened to you in the past, we have some good news. Diet food doesn’t have to taste bad. In fact, there are many healthy, low calorie or low carb foods available that taste great and will not interfere with your intentions to lose weight or maintain a healthy lifestyle. 

3 Healthy Snack Options That Can Help You Lose Weight 

If you are looking for some healthy alternatives to your favorite snacks, here are some delicious options to try. 

Red Bell Peppers with Guacamole 

Red bell peppers are a delicious and healthy vegetable that also makes a great snack option. While all bell peppers are good for you, the red variety is higher in antioxidants including quercetin, carotene, and capsanthin. They are also very high in vitamin C. One large red bell pepper contains more than 300% of your recommended daily value of Vitamin C. For a delicious snack, top a sliced red bell pepper with guacamole. The total calorie count for this snack is under 200 and contains plenty of healthy fats and fiber. 

Apple Slices and Peanut Butter 

Apples and peanut butter taste amazing together and they are both great healthy snack choices. Apples are very high in fiber as well as polyphenol antioxidants. These work to help improve your gut health. Peanut butter also has many health benefits. It can help increase your good HDL cholesterol and lower your LDL or bad cholesterol levels. Although it isn’t necessarily linked to weight gain, peanut butter is high in calories, so you should consume this snack in moderation. 

Dark Chocolate with Almonds

Yes, you can still enjoy chocolate while dieting. Dark chocolate is a very healthy snack choice that is loaded with antioxidants. In fact, one serving of dark chocolate contains more antioxidants than a serving of blueberries. And almonds are a heart-healthy monounsaturated food that can help you maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Some studies have shown that almonds can reduce your appetite which means they can aid in weight loss. One ounce of dark chocolate and almonds each contain around 300 calories in total.  

Additional Snack Foods that are Good For You 

Here are a few more options if you are looking for healthy snacks to try while dieting. 

Kale Chips

If you have never tried kale chips before, they are surprisingly delicious. Kale is filled with fiber and antioxidants such as kaempferol and quercetin which can help to lower your blood pressure and reduce the risk of developing colon cancer. Just one cup of raw kale can provide you with your daily recommended amount of vitamins A, C, and K. A serving of kale chips contains just 150 calories. 

Celery Sticks and Cream Cheese 

This is a popular low-carb snack that tastes great and also fills you up. Celery is a very healthy option that contains luteolin. This is an antioxidant that helps reduce inflammation. By eating five celery sticks and two ounces of cream cheese, you can enjoy a snack that has less than 200 calories. 

Are you ready to start on your weight loss journey? Z.E.N. Foods is here to help every step of the way. We offer a selection of healthy meal delivery plans designed to help you eat right and lose weight without the stress of deciding what you should and should not eat. Contact Us today for more information.