I realized today, that being summer and being more active has presented quite a challenge leading to improper eating: the "grab and go" syndrome. So I decided instead of just grabbing something "forbidden" in my rush out the door, to make up several "Snack Bags" just for this purpose. I will keep one in the car, and several at the ready in the house.

I'm figuring to put in small, divided containers of nuts, dried fruit, an empty space in which to put meat and cheese cubes. Pre-made shakes, Protein bars, and other "allowed" goodies will also go in.

What would YOU guys put in? Please give us some ideas, to help relieve monotony and revive interest! Thanks!!!

what is in YOUR "SnackBag"?

@@CanyonBaby

hey bud

my easy, simple answer...............

i carry a double chocolate chunk Quest bar in my purse

(don't leave in car, might melt )

nuts et al sound like a plan too

always love to read your posts/replies

you are one smart cookie

keep up the good work

kathy

Summer fruits and veggies! I just went to the fruit stand yesterday and spent some time cutting up my loot and portioning things out into little tupperware containers in the fridge. This week I can just grab and go. I have mango, strawberries, tangelo sections, kiwi, and blueberries in the fruit cups. In the veggie cups I put carrot sticks, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, and grape tomatoes.

I personally don't think snack bags are good as they might lead you to eat more what I will do instead is boil some eggs and have one when I feel like snacking it's amazing how one egg fills you up.

@@AussieSam

That's where scheduling and self-control come in! I have to have at least 2 Snacks a day to make it through, especially as I am on the 2-3-2 plan. Eat within 2 hours of waking, eat every 3 hours, eat within 2 hours of going to bed. Works great for me, and I never get to the "starving" mode in between meals! "Snacks Rule" at my house!!!!

@@CanyonBaby What is the 2 3 2 plan?

@@Debbieduck4

Eat within 2 hours of waking up in the morning. Eat every 3 hours. Eat within 2 hours of going to bed at night. A lot of eating, but very small portions and all protein-based. I lose the weight slowly, but steadily (although I am in a bit of a stall right now). And my dietician said it is more likely the weight will stay off this way. I guess slow and easy is the way to go - for me, anyway! That's why snack bags work great for me. Then I don't fart around in the cupboard looking for something to eat! And I stay out of trouble this way!!!

Self control fully is very hard to achieve if we were able to achieve it none of us would've needed was in the first place.

Oh, and I don't count calories or weigh my food, for the most part (except nuts...they can get out of "hand" in a hurry!!!). I just make sure it doesn't have a lot of fat, keep the carbs as low as possible, and focus on protein.

Ops wls

Everyone has to do what works for them, and I am, and I am so thankful for my dietician who keeps me on track. It's like she KNOWS what will work for each of her patients! Wow, I suppose that makes her a true professional! So thankful, indeed!

Emerald Roast packages nut Snacks in 100 calorie count bags. They are a great go-to choice that you can throw in a desk drawer and/or purse to have on hand. I really like there Cocoa Almonds cause it gives just a little chocolate kick too. Also love the Quest bars.

My favorite snack is actually pistachios, beef jerkey and cheese. I will also snack on a great piece of fruit but I watch how much fruit I eat because of the sugar.

String cheese, a protein bar, water, almonds ( a handful).....banana

Usually gets me thru til the next mealtime when I am out...or unable to

Find good choices????

Beef jerky, extra protein powder, cheese sticks, almonds and "Spits dill pickle" sunflower seeds. Sometimes I have an occasional protein bar.

Newest news on Snacks (for me, anyways!): "Just the Cheese" crunchy baked Wisconsin cheese. 1/2 ounce bag, contains 99 percent cheese. Nutrients: fat: 6.5g, carbs: 1g (YES! ONE!!!), protein: 5g!!!!!!!!! OH! And only 75 calories!

I found them on Amazon.com, package of 16 bags, $18.24. Classic White Cheddar flavor. I thought they were very good, on the order of Parmesan crisps. They are round little nuggets of cheese that have been baked. A new find for the snack bag!