Junk Food Alternatives

We've all had the feeling before. It's been a long day of work and nothing sounds better than a bar of Lindt chocolate. Or its the middle of the day and the only thing that will satisfy your taste buds is a bag of potato chips. Cut down your cravings and try these surprisingly delicious snacks!

1) Homemade Popsicle

These light and refreshing snacks are easy to make and serve as an alternative to ice cream. Simply add fresh fruit juice into Popsicle molds and freeze. Simple, but delicious!

2) Kale Chips

Simply baking ale results in a energizing and tasty snack. They serve as an alternate to potato chips and have a distinct crunch to them.

3) Smoothies

We've all heard the importance of having 5 portions of fruit a day, however things are easier said then done. Making fruit smoothies fresh at home serves as an alternative to conventional juices found at grocery stores, and naturally have sugar! Some delicious combinations are: Mango and Watermelon smoothie, as well as spinach and berries smoothie. You can easily take these snacks on the go and they leave you feeling energized and ready to conquer the day!

4) Fruit Yogurt

This serves as not only source of fruit but also a source of dairy. When buying fruit yogurt, try to get ones with less sugar and with real fruit pieces for full nutritional benefits.

5) Fruit with toppings

Another way to eat fruit is by adding a topping to add a burst of flavor. examples are: Apples with peanut butter, chocolate strawberries and banana with maple syrup is a great way to have a healthy sweet delight.