What snack do you reach for...do you even think about what you're putting in your body?
Are you tired, run down, need an afternoon nap? Instead of reaching for an unhealthy snack, think about something healthy.
Did you know it's Girl Scout Cookie time? Did you know that Do-si-dos have 110 calories for a serving of two cookies? Thin Mints have 160 calories for a 4 cookie serving. Thin mints are a big temptation for me. Tagalongs have 140 calories for a serving of 2 cookes and last but not least Krispy Kreme glazed donuts have 200 calories each. But how many of us actually stop at one serving?
On the other hand...if you reach for a healthier snack like an apple or banana you get much better results. A banana has 100 calories. Bananas also are full of fiber and one of the best sources for potassium an essential mineral for maintaining normal blood pressure and heart function. A banana has 467 mg of potassium and only 1 mg of sodium. You can build better bones by eating bananas. An apple has 110 calories and 150 mg of potassium. According to the latest research, the old saying "an apple a day keeps the Doctor away," is fact and the latest research shows this. An apple can reduce your cholestoral roughly 10%. The pectin in apples helps to remove harmful toxins and get them out of your body. Apples bolster the immune system.
So...next time you reach for something to munch on, try the healthier version. Your body will thank you!
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