DAVID KIRSCH IN A NEW YORK MINUTE

To snack or not to snack? My answer is simple: snack! You are supposed to eat 5 times a day, which means 2 of those times will be snacks.  I opt for a snack in both the mid-morning and mid-afternoon, whether it is one of my delicious DK Protein Plus shakes or a handful of raw almonds.  

I’ve always believed that it is important to honor your hunger. This does not mean eating what you want when you want it, rather making smart choices and fueling your body with healthy ingredients that will energize you throughout the day.

Whenever you sit down to snack, ask yourself if you are making the best choice. Snacks should typically be under 200 calories, high in protein and made with natural ingredients. The more your food resembles something that grows in nature, the better.



Here are some examples of healthy snacks:

• A small 3 oz. can of light tuna provides you with 20 g of protein for just 90 calories, along with essential omega-3 fatty acids!
• Packed with protein, 3 hard-boiled egg whites are just 50 calories!
• For a perfect balance of protein, carb, and fat, try ½ cup of edamame in the shell, lightly salted.
• Half a green apple, sliced and smeared with 1 tbsp of almond butter is always a delicious treat.
• ¼ cup of cottage cheese mixed with ¼ quarter cup of berries is a power combination of protein and antioxidants.
• Cucumber slices and celery sticks dipped in ½ cup of non-fat hummus is a crunchy alternative to chips and dip.
• A non-fat Greek yogurt packs in probiotics and protein!

Remember to stay optimally energized throughout the day. Try to eat every 3 hours. Maintaining this ritual will help you stay energized for life!