5 High Protein Snacks to Keep at Your Desk to Help You Lose Weight
Preparation is key when it comes to losing weight! Here are 5 tasty and satisfying snacks that you can keep at work to help you stay full and fueled!
Roasted Chickpeas
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Roasted chickpeas are an excellent substitution for potato chips when you’re craving a crunchy snack! Lindsey Pine, M.S., R.D., owner of Tasty Balance Nutrition says, “These are one of my favorite office foods to keep on hand…Because they are a perfect crunchy snack that’s packed with protein and fiber.”
Hard Boiled Eggs
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If you have access to a fridge at work, stock them with hard boiled eggs! A single hard boiled egg has 6 grams of protein making it an easy way to pack in the protein.Amy Gorin, M.S., R.D.N., owner of Amy Gorin Nutrition in Jersey City, NJ recommends sprinkling them with black pepper or paprika!
Apples and Nut Butters
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A classic combo that makes for a great pre-workout snack, a snack when you’re on the go, and definitely a snack that works well at the office too! Pine recommends choosing single serving packets for better portion control.
Pumpkin Seeds
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Gorin says “Pumpkin seeds are a tasty, crunchy snack that have about 8 grams of protein per ounce,” making this an awesome snack to have on hand at your desk!
Instant Oatmeal
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Instant oatmeal is loaded with protein and a convenient snack to keep at your desk when you’re craving something hot and creamy. Pine cautions to keep in mind that some instant oatmeal packets can be filled with hidden sugars. To avoid this, make sure to thoroughly read the ingredients on the package.
