According to the Institute of Food Technologists the average student snacking accounts for 25% of the daily calories they consume, and in general these snacks are full of sugar and fat. To help with all your fitness goals we’ve put together a weeks worth of the most satisfying snacks that will boost energy and metabolism without the unnecessary calories. For even more healthy snacking ideas try some of these sources: Women’s Health Magazine , Self Magazine , and Fitness Magazine.

Day 1: Banana peanut butter smoothie

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cup skim milk

1 sliced banana

1 tbsp peanut butter

4 ice cubes

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until desired texture.

Calories: 352

Fat: 12g

Protein: 12g

The protein from the peanut butter and milk will provide long lasting, muscle building energy to fuel you for a long day.

Day 2: Greek yogurt with granola

6oz Fage Total 0% paired with ¼ cup of Original Naked granola

Calories: 240

Fat: 7g

Protein: 24g

Greek yogurt is a highly concentrated form of milk, so it’s chock full of protein and calcium to  strengthen your bones and rebuild your muscles after a hard workout.

Day 3: Strawberries and whipped cream

6 large strawberries dipped in 4 tpsb Reddi-Whip

Calories: 55

Fat: 2 g

Sugar: 6 g

Whipped cream is sweet and satisfying while also being surprisingly low cal. Plus the sugar will give you a quick energy boost to motivate your workout.

Day 4: Tortilla chips and avocado

13 Tostitos chips and half an avocado

Calories: 280

Fat: 20 g

Fiber: 10 g

Avocado contains lots of monounsaturated (good for you!) fats. These fats regulate cholesterol and also rejuvenate skin and hair.

Day 5: *From the KHS vending machine*

Lemon Zest Luna bar

Calories: 180

Protein: 9 g

This is a quick between class pick me up, and it is loaded with protein.  

Day 6: From Smoothie King: Pure Recharge- Strawberry Mango Energy

Calories: 210

Sugar: 50g

This local favorite provides a low calorie option that will give you a quick boost of energy.  

Day 7: Healthy Banana Chocolate cookies

Calories: 80 

Fat: 4 g

Protein: 4 g

Ingredients:

3 bananas (ripe well mashed about 1 12 cups)

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup coconut oil

2 cups rolled oats

2/3 cup almond meal

1/3 cup coconut 1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp sea salt

1 tsp baking powder

61/2 ozs chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large bowl combine the bananas, vanilla extract, and coconut oil. Set aside. In another bowl whisk together the oats, almond meal, shredded coconut, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until combined. Fold in the chocolate chunks/chips.The dough is a bit looser than a standard cookie dough, don’t worry about it. Drop dollops of the dough, each about 2 teaspoons in size, an inch apart, onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 12 – 14 minutes.

*recipe courtesy of food.com