Nutrition experts share their top tips for nutrient-dense Paleo snacks that keep blood sugar level.
Plus, tips for following the Paleo diet.
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Time for an afternoon pick-me-up!
registered dietitian, founder of Be Well
Stock up on Paleo snacks.
Foods were seasoned with fresh herbs and spices.
For more benefits of the Paleo diet, watch the video below.
Tips for sticking to a Paleo diet
A Paleo diet doesnt have to be boring.
Kessler recommends keeping things interesting with some variety.
Experiment with herbs and spices for flavor.
Get creative with nut flour.
You would be surprised how good nut flour can be.
You could close your eyes and swear it wasnt Paleo.
registered dietitian, founder of Be Well
Also, meal prepping helps.
Pick two nights a week to cook a few items and set yourself up for success, she says.
If youre dining out, keep it a la carte.
Order things like salads, sides of vegetables, and protein.
Its fun, and it mixes up the flavors.
12 nutrition-expert-approved Paleo snacks
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Pop a slice in the toaster and top with sliced avo for an extra dose of healthy fats.
Cauliflower mash
Cauli mash is a super creamy, crowd-pleasing dish, and Paleo-friendly, too.
you might whip it up and have it on hand for snacking throughout the week.
Season it with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, andvoila!
Faulisi recommends cooking your choice of meat (or veggies!)
with homemadetaco seasoningin a pan and then serving them on large pieces of romaine lettuce or a grain-free tortilla.
it’s possible for you to also top your tacos with a dairy-free sauce and cilantro for extra flavor.
Then top with nuts and fresh berries.
Glow smoothie
Smoothies can also help bridge the hunger gap from one meal to another.
Benefits of this glow smoothie include stable blood sugar, a better mood, and clearer skin.
Pomegranate coconut freezer bites
Low sugar?
Pomegranate coconut freezer bites tick all the snack boxes.
They also look pretty, too.
Sprinkle some pomegranate seeds into a silicone cupcake or ice cube tray and pour in the coconut milk mixture.
Freeze it for at least five hours.
Hard-boiled eggs
You cant go wrong with a hard-boiled egg as a snack.
Its easy and packed with filling nutrition, Kessler says.
Pro tip:Make them in an Instant Pot, so they come out perfect every time.
Another pro tip: Baking soda makespeeling a hard-boiledegg a breeze.
Oatless granola
Homemade granola sans oats makes a good Paleo-friendly snack, too.
Its anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and it is super filling, Kessler says.
Paleo almond crackers
Going Paleo doesnt mean you have to give up crackers.
Kessler recommends making your own version with almond flour.
Seaweed snacks
Seaweed isnt just for sushi.
The marine algae is also great for snacking and good for you.
Seaweed snacks are great because they pack nutrition, Kessler says.
They have vitamin K and tons of B vitamins for energy.No wonder the snack is trending.
Cauliflower popcorn
Regular popcorn may not be Paleo, but cauliflower is, Kessler says.
And thebenefitsof cauliflower make it a no-brainer.
Its filling, good for your gut, anti-inflammatory, and heart-friendly.
Cauliflower saves the day again.
Roll balls and then roll them in coconut flakes.
Chill them in the fridge.
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