Friday, May 19th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

FRUITY WAFFLE

Try Self magazine’s healthy bite: top a whole grain waffle with 1 teaspoon low-fat cream cheese and ¼ cup blueberries. (Here's why you should always top cereal with blueberries.) 

Thursday, May 18th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

BAGEL WITH RICOTTA AND STRAWBERRIES

Sink your teeth into Real Simple’s tasty take on the bagel: Spread half of a small toasted whole grain “flat” bagel with 2 tablespoons fresh ricotta, then top with 1/3 cup sliced strawberries and drizzle with 1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar. (Incorporate these healthy breakfast ideas into your diet, starting today.) 

Wednesday, May 17th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

SWEETISH NUTS

Give boring nuts (the best disease fighter in your pantry) a healthy boost with Sweetish Nuts from nutritionist Brooke Alpert, which are sugar-free but still manage a natural sweetness from the spices. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive in a large bowl. Add 4 ounces shelled raw walnut halves, 4 ounces shelled raw pecan halves, and 4 ounces raw cashews. Massage in the spices well, then place on baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes. Store in an airtight container once cooled. 

Tuesday, May 16th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

GOUDA - TOPPED APPLE SLICES

Thinly slice 1 ounce of smoked Gouda cheese on honey crisp apple slices for an ideal balance of protein, carbs, and fat, recommends Christine Avanti, chef, nutritionist, and author of Skinny Chicks Eat Real Food For a different flavor (and fewer calories), swap out the Gouda for a naturally lighter option. 

Monday, May 15th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

GOAT CHEESE BRUSCHETTA

Try this Real Simple treat: Top 5 halved cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons fresh goat cheese, then sprinkle with chopped herbs (chives, basil, or parsley) that you can grow right in your home garden.

Friday, May 12nd 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

CHOCOLATE-DUNKED STRAWBERRIES

Try Prevention’s easy way to sweeten up strawberries: Drip 10 medium strawberries into 1 fat-free pudding cup for a light and healthy filler. Since this combo is a proven aphrodisiac, it's best eaten with your significant other.

Thursday, May 11st 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

CHOCOLATE-DRIZZLED FRUIT KEBOBS

Health magazine skewers 1 strawberry, 2 blueberries, 1 piece each kiwi, cantaloupe, pineapple, and then drizzling with 1 teaspoon Hershey’s chocolate syrup for a filling, fruit dessert that quenches a chocolate craving too.

Wednesday, May 10th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

CINNAMON-SPICED BAKED APPLES

These are a quick, healthy snack favorite of Diane Carbonell, founder of the Fit to the Finish blog. Core a crisp apple (such as Granny Smith or Fuji) and put the wedges in a microwave-safe bowl. Sprinkle with a teaspoon of brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg, then toss to cover. Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on high. Carbonell will sometimes add raisins or a dollop of nut butter after the apples cook. The apple is less than 90 calories and provides 3 grams of filling fiber; raisins also add more iron, vitamin C, and fiber. Try these apple pairings for more ridiculous health benefits.

Tuesday, May 9th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

LOW-CARB TURKEY WRAP

Make a snack out of a turkey wrap, which is one of Dr. Oz’s top snacks—and only 75 calories. Spread 2 teaspoons of honey mustard on 3 thin slices of turkey; top with 1/4 cup sliced apple and wrap in lettuce. (Can turkey really make you tired?)

Monday, May 8th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

BROWN RICE BONANZA

Feedmeimcranky’s Annabel Adams makes a big batch of brown rice on the weekends, and for weekday snacks heats up a small bowl and tops it with salsa, hummus, or Trader Joe’s ‘Cowboy Caviar,’ a mix of black beans, peppers, and roasted corn.

Friday, May 5th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

HEALTH NACHOS

Though she admits that she’s not a big snacker—“I really like to be hungry for meals”—Cara Eisenpress of Big Girls Small Kitchen says her favorite snack is healthier nachos: 3 to 4 Food Should Taste Good Multigrain chips, a few pinches of cheddar, a zap in the microwave, and a dollop of guacamole or sprinkle of scallions. Add more chips and cheddar, and you've got an easy Mexican appetizer anyone can make.

Friday, May 5th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks
REFLECTION OF THE WEEK


From the best of my knowledge, we Indonesians, barely have breakfast to start the day because of deadlines, busy jobs at work or campus or probably wake up late so we have no time to prepare breakfast. In fact, breakfast plays an important role in our body in the morning. It supplies us with energy and even a mood booster too. It restores our health from the night before so that we can be ready each morning. In addition, Dietitian Rachel Beller, a nutritionist on The Biggest Loser, told Redbook magazine that grazing during the day has big impact. If you get too hungry between meals, that can deplete your willpower and make you consume more calories overall. The trick to snacking for health? Choose nutrient-rich foods and filling combos of protein and fiber, like these popular picks from top dietitians and weight-loss bloggers. 

Thursday, May 4th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

HOMEMADE KETTLE CORN

DIY kettle corn can eliminate some of the artificial chemicals from processed versions. Greatist recommends tossing 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of Stevia with 2 cups of freshly popped popcorn. Shake in a paper bag for even distribution. (You can swap the Stevia for 1 teaspoon of honey plus 1 teaspoon of water, microwaved for 20 seconds to thin it out.)

Wednesday, May 3rd 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

POPCORN WITH A KICK

A favorite, family-friendly snack for dietitian and Real Mom Nutrition blogger Sally Kuzemchak is popcorn—a surprising source of fiber and antioxidants. (That's just one reason why you NEED popcorn in your diet.) Among her favorite toppings: garlic, parmesan cheese, and sugar/salt.

Tuesday, May 2nd 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

KRISPY KALE CHIPS

This unbelievable source of vitamins K, A, and C may become your new go-to late-afternoon snack. From Self: Place 1 large bunch raw kale leaves, stems removed, on a cookie sheet, then drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Cook at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until crispy, about 10 to 12 minutes. Love it? Check out more creative kale recipes.

Monday, May 1st 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

BAKED SWEET POTATO FRIES

This vitamin A-rich snack is a healthy-kid favorite, but there’s no reason you can’t also enjoy this Parenting recipe that swaps bad carbs for good ones: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Cut four sweet potatoes into 1-inch-wide wedges, place flesh-side down on a roasting pan, then brush with a mixture of 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Cook, turning once, for 20-25 minutes. Remove pan from oven and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon kosher salt.