When working with clients the topic of snacking comes up often. I get asked “is snacking bad” and “what are the best snacks”?! Today we are going to address all of these questions and share an anti-inflammatory snack I love.
I believe snacking can be a great tool to help boost energy, manage blood sugar, stabilize hunger and decrease inflammation in the body. This is important because chronic inflammation (which is influenced by food choices) is a trigger for other long-term health complications like diabetes, heart disease and depression.
However, mindless snacking can be problematic and a lot of typical snacks (like candy, chips, cookies) that people gravitate towards don’t provide stable energy and may contribute to inflammation.
I also understand how important it is for snacks to be convenient, so today I’m going to share with you a snack I've been loving that's portable, nutritious AND has anti-inflammatory ingredients. Zing Bars are a plant-based protein bar filled with healthy fats and low-glycemic carbs. They have a few extra special ingredients that support a healthy gut too! These bars were created by fellow registered dietitians who are passionate about showing how good nutrition can taste.
Zing Bars Are Filled With:
Low Glycemic Carbs. The glycemic index of a food speaks to how it impacts blood sugar levels. Low glycemic foods provide sustained energy and fewer blood sugar spikes. This is especially important for those looking to prevent and manage diabetes.
Heart Healthy Fats. The mono and polyunsaturated fats in zing bars come from almonds, peanuts, cashews and hazelnuts. These foods are also an excellent source of vitamin E, which has strong anti-inflammatory properties.
High Quality Plant Protein. Each bar contains at least 10 grams of protein which is important for muscle, hair and nail growth, tissue repair and metabolic function. Consuming more plant protein has been shown to potentially decrease chronic inflammation in the body.
The bottom line is that snacking can be a great tool to help you feel your best. It's important to choose snacks that are nutrient dense, provide you with sustained energy and taste delicious too! What's great about Zing Bars is they meet all of these requirements. To order yours, head to their website here and use NOMADISTA20 for a discount!