14 Health Snacks For Coronavirus Home Quarantine
Frequent handwashing and house cleaning and disinfection -- along with social distancing measures -- help "flatten the curve" and keep the coronavirus pandemic from hitting you and others around you hard. However, the best form of protection against viruses as deadly as COVID-19 is through prevention, and one way of doing that is by choosing healthy food options. (That, and regular indoor exercises.)
This applies to your snacking choices in-between meals. Because what is the use of a healthy meal if you negate its benefits with an unhealthy snack or two?
Whether you are working at home, streaming through your favorite shows, or are simply waiting for the latest COVID-19-related news, you might need a healthy snack to keep yourself going all day. Without further ado, here are 14 healthy snacks that you can munch on while on home quarantine as a result of the coronavirus pandemic:
The Health Warrior Chia Bar helps fuel your day while at home. Made with nutritious chia seeds and with 12 flavors to choose from, this 100-calorie snack packs up to five grams of fiber, and is great as breakfast on-the-go or as a snack in-between meals.
Real Food From The Ground Up's Cauliflower Crackers are healthier (and tastier) alternatives than the usual crackers sold on the market. Available in cheese, nacho and sea salt flavors, they are made with cauliflower and other real vegetables and plant-based ingredients, and can be eaten straight or with your favorite dips.
Enjoy the delicious, satisfyingly nutty taste of Kind's Dark Chocolate Almond Coconut bar. Available in packs of 12 and 24, this gluten-free and fiber-rich snack bar contains five healthy super grains: oats, millet, buckwheat, quinoa and amaranth. It also has a low glycemic index and low sodium content.
Available in 6 different flavors, the That's It Fruit Bar lets you enjoy one or two fruits without the hassle of washing, peeling or cutting. Packed with fiber and with no preservatives or added sugars, you can enjoy this wholesome organic snack anytime while on quarantine.
The Hippeas Organic Chickpea Puffs are your best bet if you are looking for a healthier alternative to Cheetos and other puffed snacks. Organic, gluten-free, vegan and totally delicious, these puffs are made from nutritious chickpeas -- baked into light and crunchy puffs. Each serving is packed with four grams of protein and three grams of fiber.
The Power Up Mega Omega Trail Mix contains a delicious (and healthy) blend of fruits, nuts and seeds -- specifically, antioxidant-rich mangoes and cranberries; heart-healthy, omega-3-rich walnuts and almonds; and protein- and vitamin-B-rich pumpkin seeds. It can be eaten on-the-go, or topped to your salad, oatmeal or yogurt.
With five flavors to choose from, Frooze Balls deliver clean, healthy and delicious plant-based energy every day. Made using nut butter, raw dates, raisins, sunflower seeds, coconuts and peanuts, these tasty round snacks do not contain added sugars; the only sugars present are those found naturally in fruits.
Metamucil Fiber Thins deliver enough fiber (five grams per serving) to help support your digestive health and satisfy your hunger daily. Available in Cinnamon Spice, Apple Crisp and Chocolate flavors, each serving is individually wrapped so you can eat them on the go.
Made with whole wheat, real figs and your flavor of choosing, the Nature's Bakery Whole Wheat Fig Bar combines convenience and nutrition in one wholesome package. Currently available in seven flavors on Amazon, this deliciously healthy bar is for the whole family; even younger ones will love it.
Love eating almonds, but resolving to cut down on salt while at home? Then Blue Diamond Lightly Salted Almonds are for you. Packed with three grams of fiber per serving and with zero trans fats, these lightly-salted almonds can be eaten by themselves, or topped on your favorite meals.
Satisfy your sweet tooth (without the risk of putting on weight) and munch on the HighKey Keto Brownie Bites. Made using natural ingredients, including almond flour, coconut oil, and natural sweeteners such as erythritol, stevia and monk fruit, these sweet, keto-friendly treats are for the health-conscious sweet lover.
Kashi Chocolate Chip Chia Granola Bars break apart easily so you can either eat them whole, dip them in yogurt, or share with a loved one. Made with chia seeds, quinoa, whole grains, chocolate chips, and coconut, this sweet and salty snack bar is packed with three grams of filling fiber.
Quest Tortilla Style Protein Chips deliver protein with every bite. Available in chili lime, nacho, taco and ranch flavors, these chips have an improved taste and a crunchy texture that will remind you of the crisps that you love snacking on, and are baked -- not fried.
Made with real vegetables, PopCorners Flourish Veggie Crisps literally let you flourish all day. They have four equally healthy options for you to choose from: roasted beets, toasted cauliflower, greens and beans, and harvest kale, all air-popped for crunchy, delicious, healthy and guilt-free snacking.
