Working a career that has you on the go all day, leaves little room to sit down and enjoy a full lunch. Fortunately I have what I know as, my power foods. Little snacks that are easy to grab at any coffee shop/convenience store for energy, and feeling full, to hold your stomach over until dinner time at home.

Now, these are NOT foods to live off. The foods here are substitutes to chocolate bars, candy and junk food. Meaning, they should be enjoyed in moderation!

Three Small Snacks for Instant Energy

1. Dried Fruit

A quarter cup of dried fruit, or less is a tasty snack for an energy boost. Sugar is quite concentrated, so you do not need to eat very many. Dried fruit is comparable to candy, except with the benefit of fiber and vitamins. Do not eat too many, but as a quick energy snack once in a while, nothing does the job quite like them.

2. Skim Milk Latte

Protein, caffeine, lactose (natural sugar in milk) are three ingredients that help you through the day. Protein keeps you full, while the lactose and caffeine keep you focused and energetic.

3. Deli Ready Salads

Most larger convenience stores have tabbouleh, bean, lentil or chickpea salads. Buy a small portion and avoid the ones made with mayo or other creamy looking salad dressings. This is actually a very filling, healthy snack on the go. Just make sure to grab a spoon from the counter :P

These quick fix snacks are great once in a while when you need the energy and have little time to spare.

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