Healthy Cheat Snacks For Lockdown Days And Nights!
It’s been months that we all are stuck inside our homes and not be able to follow our routine esp our health routine. There are many memes going around the internet making fun that people will gain substantial weight before we get to move out freely. This might be somewhat true for most of us as cheat meals, eating at the wrong times or not eating at all may add to the problem.
It is quite evident that, during this forced lockdown, many have developed cravings for cheat meals a bit more than their body might have bargained for. Overeating is one of the biggest reasons that contribute to people gaining unwanted weight.
These food options may seem sinful but they’re secretly healthy and would also help in maintaining a balanced diet. Start cheating!
Fruit and veggie chips
These are the absolute best alternative to those packed potato chips. 1 ounce or 28 grams of this cheat food would serve you with only 140 calories, very little fat, and high potassium. Sweet potato, carrot, or yuca fries to parsnip, beetroot, or kale chips can be a real tasty treat.
Banana with peanut butter
This is a combination of a cheat food, comfort, and health. This cheat food provides you with less than 200 calories, high protein, potassium and natural sugar. This one is sure to be tried out.
Dhokla
A well-rounded and flavored Indian delicacy with zero oil, and no cholesterol. Dhokla is a perfect snack for those who are calorie counters.
Paniyaram
These are also popularly known as Appe, are a South Indian snack. This delicacy has a neutral calorie count i.e 1 piece has about 30 calories. You can enjoy 5-6 pieces and can feel satisfied for quite a while.
Pancakes
It is one of the best breakfast options available. One 6 inch pancake bag nearly 250 calories, 300 milligrams of calcium, loads of fiber and very little fat. You can load them up with some fruits for a better taste.
Guacamole with tortilla chips
This can be a safe option only if the portion size is maintained. On one side guacamole is a healthy option on the other side the tortilla chips have a relatively higher calorie content. Together they make a great combination as a snack.
Chicken Nuggets
Well, this may sound like an unhealthy option. We are not talking about fried or Mcdonald’s chicken nuggets. These are baked nuggets that have much fewer calories and are rich in protein. A serving of 5 nuggets will have less than 200 calories and nearly 30g of protein.
Air-popped popcorn
3 cups of popcorns without any flavors or butter would pack nearly 100 calories only. Besides being a good time pass food they also provide a good amount of fiber, iron, beta carotene, and vitamin A.
Dark Chocolate
This sinful-sounding piece of cheat food may not be that bad. 1 ounce or 28 gms of Dark Chocolate provides you with 150 calories. Medically also it is recommended to have one ounce of dark chocolate daily for good health. So chocoholics! Rejoice!
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