SNACKS

Hummus and Red Pepper Bites

Spread 2 tablespoons hummus evenly over 5 whole-grain crackers.  Top with 2 tablespoons diced red bell pepper and a pinch of dried oregano. (150 calories) 

 

 

 

 String cheese and grapes is another smart combo, as is low-fat cottage cheese topped with fruit.

 

 

 

 

Top 1/2 toasted whole-grain English muffin with 2 teaspoons almond butter and slices of 1/4 pear. Sprinkle with a pinch of ground cinnamon. (150 calories)

• The carbs in English muffins may help you get to sleep more quickly, according to recent research. This may be because they help boost levels of the sleep-inducing hormone serotonin.