Healthy Snacks: High Protein, Low Carb & Guilt-Free Ideas

Healthy snacks are essential for managing blood sugar and beating cravings. From high-protein options for diabetics to low-sodium beef jerky, discover nutritious pick-me-ups that won't derail your diet during meetings or holidays.

Healthy Low-Sodium Snacks

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Jill Corleone, RDN, LD

The average American consumes 6,900 to 9,000 milligrams of sodium a day, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center, yet you only need 500 milligrams of sodium a day. High intakes of sodium can lead to fluid retention and high blood pressure. Many snack foods contain high amounts of sodium.