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Great Snacks For Losing Fat

When it comes to a successful fat loss phase, sticking to a calorie deficit is a must.  These 2 low calorie snacks help curb cravings and increase satiety with their bright and refreshing flavors and volume.  

Fat Loss Snack #1: Savory Salsa and Fresh Veggies

Use any low calorie salsa (check label and avoid any with added sugar) as a dip and fresh sliced veggies as “chips”.  I especially love a spicy salsa during fat loss phases to help curb appetite even further. Veggies that work great with salsa include sliced cucumbers, peppers, carrots, and celery.  About 50 calories for 1/4 cup of salsa and 100g sliced veggies.  

Great paired with chicken and cheese quesadillas made using low carb wraps for a complete low calorie and high protein meal. 

Fat Loss Snack #2: Light and Sweet Berries in Jello

Using flavored sugar free jello and any combo of berries prepare the jello according to box directions and stir in 250g of berries.  Set in the refrigerator overnight or for 4-6 hours.  About 130 calories for a huge bowl!  

Great paired with greek yogurt for a complete low calorie and high protein meal. 

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    The Best Toaster Pastry Alternative

    The best (and easiest) toaster pastry alternative. Why is it the best? It is higher in protein, lower in fat and carbs, and is way more satiating. It also tastes great!

    When it comes to weight management I have no problem enjoying store brought treats such a toaster pastries on occasion, but for my everyday, I make sure to fill most of my nutritional needs with foods that are equally as tasty, but higher in protein and way more satiating.  

    Let’s compare a cookies and cream toaster pastry to my cookies and cream topped rice cake. 

    Cookies and Cream Toaster Pastry:

    • 183 calories
    • 2g protein
    • 33.5g carbohydrate 
    • 4.5g fat

    Cookies and Cream Topped Rice Cake:

    • 167 calories 
    • 17g protein 
    • 20g carbohydrate 
    • 2g fat

    To make my version:

    INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED

    • 30ml 1% milk 
    • 10g cookies and cream flavored whey protein powder 
    • 5g sugar free vanilla instant pudding mix 
    • 75g nonfat Greek yogurt 
    • 1 low sodium rice cake
    • 5g mini Oreo cookie 

    DIRECTIONS

    To make the protein creme:

    In a small bowl mix the milk with the protein powder and pudding mix. It will make a thick frosting like consistency. Then stir in the yogurt mixing well.

    Top the rice cake with the protein creme and top with a crumbled mini Oreo.  

    Enjoy!

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