20 Snacks Under 200 Calories

If you’re in the mood for a quick nosh or nibble, beware. Researchers at the University of North Carolina found that reckless snacking is the cause of most Americans’ excess calorie consumption — and it can very easily add up to weight gain. Similarly, research published in the Journal of the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found that mid-morning snacks can harm weight-loss efforts in women because the women in the study snacked out of routine, not hunger, and their snacks were often too high-calorie.
But it’s not all bad. Studies show that regular mini meals or snacks can help regulate blood sugar, improve metabolism, and prevent overeating later. The secret to a successful snack is to keep the calorie count low. “It is easy to overindulge on snacks when you get hungry,” says Laura Catalusci, MA, a certified health education specialist in New York. “Remember — your snack is not your main meal and should not contain more than 300 calories.” To help in that effort, read on for our list of 20 snacks with fewer than 200 calories.

Half an Apple With 1 Tablespoon of Peanut Butter

This healthy snack comes adds up to only 157 calories, yet packs a punch of protein and fiber. “Fresh fruits like apples have lots of vitamins and minerals in addition to natural sugars to boost your energy,” Catalusci says. “Peanut butter adds extra protein to help keep you feeling full.” Half an apple has 63 calories, and one tablespoon of natural peanut butter has 94 calories and 8 grams of fat.

10 Carrot Sticks With 2 Tablespoons of Dip

Carrot sticks are a diet staple for good reason. One cup’s worth has just 50 calories, plus Mom was right — the carotenoids and vitamin A in carrots really can boost your eyesight. Add two 2 tablespoons of creamy veggie dip (about 132 calories) for a filling snack that won’t blow your diet.







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