5 Healthy Snacks for On-The-Go!

It's important to eat breakfast - one of the most important meals of the day. If you have a long and busy day a head of you for casting's or being on set it's even more important to eat breakfast. If you're on-the-go, here are 5 great and quick breakfast idea's that are healthy AND delicious.

Pumpkin and Granola Parfait: This one’s perfect to try out as fall sets in. In your favorite small Tupperware container (with a reliable lid!), top plain Greek yogurt with canned pumpkin puree and a handful of granola, then sprinkle with cinnamon. The best part? Pumpkin is a bonafide superfood rich in beta carotene, which is essential for eye health.

Healthy Morning Glory Muffins: An oat-based muffin packed with healthy carrots and zucchini, lightly sweetened with raisins and just a pinch of sugar makes a perfect breakfast or snack. Use a mini-muffin tin for smaller portions, and eliminate or cut back on the brown sugar or choose a healthier substitute to cut back on sugar.

Fruit and Yogurt Parfait: One of the easiest, healthiest, and tastiest snacks (or breakfasts) out there is a classic fruit and yogurt parfait. The best part? It can really be made with any toppings you like. Try choosing fruits that are in season locally for the most flavorful options (try our stone fruit salad for summer, and opt for apples come fall).

Breakfast Quinoa Bites: Here’s a new way to enjoy quinoa — make mini quinoa breakfast quiches! In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups cooked quinoa, 2 eggs, 1 cup your favorite veggies (spinach or zucchini work well), 1 cup shredded cheese, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Portion into a lightly-greased mini muffin tin, and bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes. These are easy to bring along and delicious to enjoy warm or cold.

Fruity Breakfast Quinoa: Cooking quinoa in milk (cow, soy, or almond) and adding some sweet spices and fruit makes for a great substitute for classic hot breakfast cereals. Plus, it’s high in protein and essential amino acids like lysine, which is essential for tissue growth and repair. Simply cook quinoa according to package instructions, but substitute milk for water, and add some cinnamon or nutmeg instead of salt and pepper. Top with fresh berries and chopped roasted nuts.

Original Post: http://greatist.com/health/30-healthy-breakfast-snacks-mornings-run

Wellness Wednesday - Healthy Ranch Dip Alternative

When you're going to casting's and go-see's and need a great healthy snack, veggies are always a great option. When you want to munch on crunchy raw veggies with a yummy ranch dip, it can be packed with calories and fat. It's easy to overindulge on the dip and fill up on calories, so here is a great option for a low fat and delicious ranch-dip alternative that you can take with you to your casting's and on set to eat with your veggies.

Rethink your ranch by substituting Greek yogurt for the sour cream and mayonnaise. Instead of the powdered spices and salt, quickly chop up some chives, parsley, and garlic. There is so much flavor packed in these fresh herbs; only a little salt is needed to satiate your palate. The thick, creaminess of the yogurt will provide you with a seemingly decadent treat when really you are loading up on protein and probiotics that are benefits of eating Greek Yogurt.

Ingredients:

1-2 cucumbers, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1 clove garlic, mashed into paste
1/2 bunch chives, thinly sliced
1/4 bunch flat-leaf Italian parsley, chopped
1 6-ounce container of strained Greek yogurt
Lemon juice to taste
Salt to taste

Directions:

This dip will complement any raw vegetable, so be sure to try it on bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli florets.

1. To make garlic paste: chop garlic then add a generous pinch of coarse salt. Mash the garlic and salt mixture with the flat side of your knife.
2. Stir garlic paste, chives, parsley, and lemon juice to Greek yogurt until well combined. Salt to taste

 Original Post: http://www.fitsugar.com/Ranch-Greek-Yogurt-Dip-18676892

Healthy On-The-Go Food Choices

Here are some great snack idea's to take with you on-the-go or to have at home quickly in the morning in preparation for a big day of being on set, attending a casting/go-see. 

Toast a whole wheat bagel, spread some peanut butter or light cream cheese and top with banana's and strawberries! This yummy treat is a great breakfast combo to take with you in the car in the morning or for a snack during the day. 

Healthy Eating Tips!

So being in the entertainment industry it's very important to stay fit and healthy, so here are some great tips to keep your cravings down and eat healthy.

1. EAT BREAKFAST

Breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day. When you sleep your body goes into a mini starvation mode and your metabolism slows down so when you wake up, eating something right away gets your metabolism going again. You even consume less calories later in the day if you eat breakfast! It also helps having something in your stomach so you feel full in the morning and don't overindulge during lunch or dinner.

2. KNOW YOUR PORTION SIZES

It is very important that you aren't over or under eating. Read labels and know how much of what kinds of foods you should be consuming throughout the day. There IS such thing as too much of a good thing, even with healthy foods. It is possible to eat too many fruits and veggies and you WILL gain weight, weird right? So make sure you're not eating too much and especially remember to eat enough. If your portion sizes aren't big enough your body isn't getting enough calories and will start to starve itself. You want to be full of energy and have a strong, healthy body ready to take on the industry!

3. SNACK

It is very important to snack throughout the day. Eating small portions of snack type foods during the day keeps your metabolism going and curbs your appetite and any potential cravings you may have. Things like nuts, fruit, veggies, oatmeal bars or even cheese and crackers are great options!

4. WATER

Be sure to drink lots of water throughout the day. You should be getting a minimum of 2L a day so pack your reusable water bottle and take it with you wherever you go. If water gets boring add flavouring like MiO's (my favourite is the Berry Pomegranate). They have no calories, sugar free, no artificial flavouring and taste great! They're also pretty inexpensive and last quite a while!


5. LUNCH: PROTEIN & WHEAT with a TREAT?

Be sure to eat a lot of protein and turn to whole wheat's instead of white flour based breads and pasta's. Have a balanced lunch and eat some meat on whole wheat bread and it's okay to treat yourself at lunch! Have a yummy treat with lunch, don't deprive yourself of sweets entirely, just be sure to keep the portions small.

6. AVOID YOUR TRIGGER FOODS (For Dieters)

We all have them...those foods that we just can't help ourselves with. May it be chocolate, potato chips or french fries...none of it is good for you especially if you can't help yourself from overindulging in them. Get your friends or family to be sure to keep you away from them and help restrain you from giving in. Know yourself and what you crave and stay as far away from it as possible and you'll be fine.


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Healthy Eating!