"17 Easy and Nutritious Snack Ideas for a Healthier You"

Snacks can be a part of a healthy diet and help maintain energy levels throughout the day. When choosing snacks, opt for nutrient-dense options like fruits, vegetables, dairy, and whole grains. Look for snacks with at least 3 grams of fiber, 8 grams of protein, and no more than 12 grams of added sugar. Here are 17 healthy snack ideas, including olives with hummus and whole wheat crackers, sweet potato with cheddar and guacamole, PB-stuffed Medjool dates, bean chip nachos, raw veggies with ranch cup and turkey cold cuts, turkey or salmon jerky with bell pepper strips, strawberry Caprese bites, apple "bagels" with almond butter and mini chocolate chips, DIY trail mix, fruit and cottage cheese, cheese crisps and nuts, tuna salad on a slice of whole wheat, dried fruit bars with peanut butter, bowl of granola with milk, steamed edamame, hard-boiled eggs and buckwheat crackers, and a handful of pistachios.