5. Greek Yogurt and Frozen Cherries
“I am a creature of habit. Every day I have plain Greek yogurt and frozen cherries (I microwave them for about 30 seconds first). The cherries are so naturally sweet that I don’t have to add any sugar to the yogurt. I just mix the two together and it’s delicious! Nutrition-wise, this snack helps me to include a serving of fruit and dairy, and it’s good for my bones, heart, and brain.” — Elizabeth Ward, MS, RD, co-author The Menopause Diet Plan.
6. Kettle Corn Popcorn
“I love mini bags of kettle corn popcorn as a whole grain snack. Plus, some research shows that foods with complex texture (think crunchy or chewy foods, like popcorn) signal fullness before foods with less texture. That’s why you may feel more satisfied after eating/chewing something with crunch versus drinking something like a smoothie.” — Amanda Izquierdo, MPH, RD, LDN, a Chicago-based registered dietitian