Going on a road trip this summer? What are some healthy snacks to pack or purchase?
Many of us will be hitting the road this summer. Trips to the beach, trips to the mountains, trips to visit far off relatives. Packing some snacks is a great idea, but what are some healthier choices? Or if you didn’t bring or run low on snacks, what are some healthier snacks you can purchase on the road? Pack some healthy snacks for the road: Fruit – apples, oranges, bananas,small boxes of raisins, dried fruits whole grain crackers like Triscuits, Wheat Thins trail mix made with nuts and fruits granola bars (look for whole grain bars). Popcorn – buy some 100 calorie single servings, pop it and store in a baggie. Nuts – we pack a small can of lightly salted mixed nuts. A handful makes a great snack. Celery sticks and some peanut butter (Jif to Go – makes peanut butter in to go cups Cereal – choose whole grain cereals, pack a baggie of Wheat Chex mixed with raisins, or some Cheerios Water – bring some bottled water and so...