1/14 Fresh fruit
It is packed with vitamins and minerals that help your body function. Look for anything that is in season, be it pears, watermelons or cherries. The fruit will taste better and have more nutrients because it hasn't been processed or stored. If you can't get fresh fruit, frozen is fine too.
2/14 Dark chocolate
A half-ounce square of 86% dark chocolate contains only two grams of sugar. But don't worry, the flavor is rich and intense enough to satisfy your craving. Dark chocolate is also rich in plant chemicals called flavanols that can help protect your heart. Not a fan? You may find that you like the flavor more.
3/14 Apple chips
The natural compounds in apples can help protect you from heart disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer. For something different, make your own Crisp Apple Chips. Peel and thinly slice an apple. Spread on a lightly greased baking sheet, sprinkle with apple pie spices and bake for 1 hour at 225 degrees. Flip and cook for another hour or until apples feel dry. Place them on a wire rack to cool immediately.
4/14 Apple And Nut Butter
Want more than just an apple? Cut one in half, spread a tablespoon of nut butter on it and sprinkle with cinnamon. Cinnamon is not only rich in antioxidants, it can also add extra sweetness to foods with no added sugar.
5/14 Cereal
Eat it with low-fat cow's milk or unsweetened plant-based milk. Make sure you choose one that is 100% wholemeal with no more than 6 grams of sugar per serving. You'll still have plenty of sweetness, along with vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
6/14 Greek yogurt
Some flavored yogurts contain more added sugar than the amount you should eat in a day. A better option: Mix cinnamon in ¾ cup of low-fat Greek yogurt. You'll get calcium and bone-healthy protein to help you feel full for longer. And you'll get probiotics, which are bacteria that are good for gut health.
7/14 DIY smoothie
Most fruit smoothies are high in sugar and sodium. Instead, mix yours at home and put fruit in the center of attention. Blend ½ cup of unsweetened skim or vegetable milk, 1 cup of fresh or frozen fruit, and 6 ounces of fat-free Greek yogurt in a blender for at least 30 seconds.
8/14 Dates
They have a lot of natural sugar. This is why they are often used as sweeteners in recipes. But these sticky, chewy candy-like dried fruits are also high in fiber, vitamin B6, and minerals like potassium and manganese. If you have diabetes, pay attention to how much you eat. 1 date = 1 choice of carbohydrates.
9/14 Banana split
For an ice cream-like snack, peel and slice a banana lengthwise. Top with a dollop of your favorite low-fat frozen yogurt and unsalted nuts. You will satisfy your sweet tooth while you take in protein, probiotics and calcium. You will also get potassium and unsaturated fatty acids which are good for your heart.
10/14 Oatmeal
Need a sweet snack to cool down between meals? Try oatmeal. Pre-flavored packets can be high in sugar, so it's best to make them yourself. Make 1 serving of quick-cooking oatmeal with skim or skim milk. Then add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice and ¼ cup of dried fruit.
11/14 Frozen grapes
On hot days when a popsicle would hit the spot, try frozen seedless grapes instead. Spending time in the freezer will make them even sweeter. Just wash and dry a few bunches, then lay them on a rimmed baking sheet. Freeze for 1-2 hours, or until they have an ice-cold crunch.
12/14 Peanut butter cup
Next time you want a savory and sweet combination, mix a few dark chocolate chips in a spoonful of nut butter. Pour the mixture onto a piece of wax paper or aluminum foil, cover and place in the freezer. After a few hours, you'll have a low-sugar, high-protein treat that meets all the needs for a cup of peanut butter.
13/14 Sweet potatoes
This naturally sweet vegetable is packed with vitamins A, B6, and C, along with plant-based chemicals that help protect your health. Cook or microwave a sweet potato and garnish with fat-free vanilla yogurt and a drizzle of maple syrup. Or make sweet fries: slice a potato into thin slices and lightly brush with olive oil. Bake at 150 ° for 15 minutes until crisp, then sprinkle with cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger.
14/14 Frozen peas
It may sound weird, but frozen sweet peas might be the slightly sweet, cold, and crunchy snack you've been looking for. A half-cup serving contains 4 grams of protein and is high in vitamins A, C, and K. And since peas are high in fiber, you'll feel full after eating them.