The Best Macro-Balanced Snacks For Weight Loss
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Nutrition coach and macro expert Carrie McMahon has been showing us how to count macros for weight loss and how that looks in terms of breakfast, lunch, and dinner. And today, we're focusing on macro snacks for weight loss!
"For snacks, I recommend sticking to mostly protein and fat combined — fiber is a bonus," Carrie said. "That combo always keeps me feeling satisfied until the next meal, and gives me enough energy to keep going!"
Her favorite snacks are an apple with peanut butter or some kind of jerky (she loves Caveman Foods Primal Bars) and nuts, but she said "that can get pretty boring, pretty quickly." To mix it up, she suggested some of her favorite POPSUGAR recipes.
Yogurt-Filled Melon
Carrie recommends trying cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, as they "serve as a solid protein source," while "the berries add some sweetness, and the nuts add a nice crunch and good source of fat!"
Get the recipe: yogurt-filled melon
Frozen Yogurt Cupcakes
For either a snack or dessert, Carrie loves this recipe. "These are fun and refreshing!" she said. "Add a dollop of your favorite nut butter for extra sticking power and flavor!"
Get the recipe: frozen yogurt cupcakes
Paleo Meatballs
"Definitely add a fat to this — whip up some homemade guacamole for dipping!"
Get the recipe: Paleo meatballs
Creamy Peanutty Apples With Grapes
"Protein, fat, and fiber (from the apple) all combine to make this a sweet and satisfying snack!"
Get the recipe: creamy peanutty apples with grapes
Avocado With Cottage Cheese
"This is spot on," Carrie said. "Great source of fat from the avocado, and protein from the cottage cheese."
Get the recipe: avocado with cottage cheese
Peanut Butter Protein Balls
"I love how these balls are high in protein and fats — very filling combo! Anything involving peanut butter is a winner in my book, and I believe it should be its own food group."
Get the recipe: peanut butter protein balls