The Best Snacks to Shrink Belly Fat, Says Dietitian — Eat This Not That

Snack time can be a major stumbling block in your day. The snacks in the vending machine start calling your name when food it begins to wear out. You remember you have an errand to run after work and it’s going to be a while before dinner.

Instead of leaving it to chance, what if you planned to have a balanced snack to take you to dinner? Most people need a healthy snack if they go more than three to four hours between meals.so let’s support that!

Check out these hand-picked, super-balanced and satisfying ones!snacks for your afternoon snacks. Planning ahead goes a long way to feeling more successful here.

Then for more healthy recipe ideas, check out our list of 22 foods to melt belly fat in 2022.

Vegetarian Yogurt Parfait
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

We love a satisfying snack, and this option could also double for a healthy dessert. With an emphasis on low sugar fruits like berries and high protein content greek yogurtthis snack is the epitome of one-two punch for your weight loss goals.

Get our recipe for frozen yogurt desserts.

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Protein is the cornerstone of a balanced snack, but sometimes we don’t feel like another turkey roll, do we?

These sweet instead of savory protein muffins have all your bases covered. Made with almond flour and protein powder, these muffins are packed with healthy fats, fiber, and protein to keep your appetite at bay for a few hours.

Get our recipe for Snickerdoodle Protein Muffins.

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healthy 7 layer diphealthy 7 layer dip
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

This dip gives us game day vibes without the impending food coma. Packed with protein and low-calorie swaps, you can be sure to feel energized and satisfied with this snack.

Pair it with classic tortilla chips or upgrade to a whole wheat tortilla and make yourself a mini burrito for a snack.

Get our recipe for Healthier 7 Layer Dip.

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You really can’t go wrong with a high-fiber, veggie-packed snack, and a snack plate of hummus won’t disappoint. The healthy fat and fiber in hummus make this a perfect combo to curb your appetite until dinner.

Get our recipe for classic hummus.

For more hummus options, we ranked the best just for you, according to dieticians!

Vegetarian artichoke dipVegetarian artichoke dip
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

It may surprise you find this snack on the list, but our reworked recipe contains a whopping 14 grams of fiber from vegetables like artichokes, spinach, and onions.

Pair this fan-favorite with vegetable sticks like celery, cucumbers, and carrots, and you’ve got a super high-fiber snack that will really fill you up!

Get our recipe for artichoke dip.

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