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.

Snacks That Do Not Contain Yeast or Sugar

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Jody Braverman

Snacking is part of a healthy diet, providing energy between meals and for exercise, and helping to curb hunger and prevent overeating at mealtimes. However, eating lots of sugary snacks can cause you to go over your daily calorie intake goals and have the opposite effect -- weight gain.

Jody Braverman is a professional writer and editor based in Atlanta, GA. She received a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Maryland, and she is a certified personal trainer, fitness nutrition specialist, and yoga teacher. She has written for various online and print publications, including Livestrong.com, SFGate, Healthfully, and Chron.com. Visit the writer at www.JodyBraverman.com.