Weight Management for Professionals & Dieters

Snacking Sensibly!

When I was in high school, my parents gave me $2.00 every day to buy lunch. I would stand in line in the cafeteria, tray in hand, scrunching my nose at everything I passed until I reached the worker scooping out french fries, at which point I'd sweetly smile and hope she'd give me a larger serving than most. Right before I'd go to pay, I'd grab a carton of chocolate milk and a straw. On most days, this was my entire lunch - leaving my body without the vital nutrients it needed to keep me alert in class and satiated throughout the day.

No-one ever asked me how I was spending that $2.00, talked to me about nutrition, or brought up a simple concept that we've been discussing here at Robard: Sensible snacking. It's simple really: substitute an unhealthy option with a nutrient rich one.

Have a sweet tooth? A piece of fruit like an apple or banana is a better option than an ice cream sundae. Want something savory? There's more than just potato chips! I've been snacking on our Sour Cream Crunch O's lately and they quench my cravings! Are you a chocolate lover? It is possible to partake in a chocolate-y treat that is still healthy for you! We have plenty of bars that can satisfy you - our Chocolate Mint Bar tastes a lot like a peppermint patty if you ask me - or you can grab a fat-free pudding from your local grocery store.

Eating healthy isn't about depriving yourself of the foods you love - it's about choosing healthy options instead of unhealthy ones! Sensible snacking isn't just for people wanting to lose weight - it's for everyone!