These snacks  are aimed to keep the hunger pangs at bay between well balanced  smaller portion meals,  maintaining steady sugar levels & providing you with  your 5 a day

1 Nuts and seeds, almonds, Brazil nuts, 1-3 a day (flax seeds, on porridge or banana)
Noted to help boost brainpower, stabilise your blood sugars, a sense of well being, a good snack between meals it has also been revealed that they help relieve the ageing process.

2 Bananas 1 a day,  as a snack or with breakfast.
High in potassium, which regulates blood pressure; vitamin B6, which combats weakness, irritability and insomnia, and serotonin to lift your mood

3 Raisins, a healthy snack, easy to keep
These are very high in antioxidants and are surprisingly good for oral health. The minerals they contain have also been said to react with the body’s oestrogen and help prevent osteoporosis.

4 Carrots, eaten raw or a a portion of vegetable
High in pro vitamin A carotenes, carrots are a rich source of antioxidants and can protect against heart disease and some cancers.

5 Peas and beans, -:soya beans help reduced Cholesterol & maintain hormone balance
High in protein, vitamins B and C, carotenes and antioxidants.

6 Apples, 1 a day
A source of phytochemicals, it’s been claimed apples reduce blood cholesterol, improve bowel function and reduce the risk of strokes, prostate cancer, type II diabetes and asthma.

7 Popcorn, a treat once a week
30g of popped corn is a serving of wholegrain and good source of fibre, but don’t add sugar, salt or butter!

8 Porridge, soak over night in water, keeps you fuller longer, microwave  for 1 minute on H then stir well return for 30 seconds  No 1 breakfast !!!
Full of phytonutrients, proteins, antioxidants, complex carbohydrates, fibre, vitamins and minerals. Low-GI,

9 Grapes, red or green, keep refrigerated for longer life
A good source of vitamins A, C and B6, as well as iron and selenium, thought to help prevent cancer.

10 Jelly  Everyone loves  Jelly !!!!…. eat 2-3 squares a day
Sugar-free versions now available, they are  fat-free and have so few calories.
Your 1-10 guide  in Healthy snacks and living