Healthy On-The-Go: Fast Food No More! Quick Snack & Beverage Ideas For Busy People

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Busy and always-on-the-go individuals may have a hard time preparing healthy and nutritious foods to take with them wherever they go. That is why most resort to take-outs and fast food deliveries. However, due to the unhealthiness of these food choices, the likelihood of developing adverse medical conditions like high blood pressure, heart disease and obesity are very certain to occur.

Instead of grabbing that meal from the vending machine or dialing the number of your favorite Chinese food take-out, here is a list of snacks that are easy to prepare that even busy people will have no reason not to do them.

1. 100-calorie homemade nut trail mix

According to Fox 8, instead of buying ready-packed and store-bought trail mixes which often has high sugar content, it is best to prepare your own mix of nuts like almonds, pistachios, cashews and other seeds that are high in nutrients, protein and fiber. Shapefit also suggests munching on Chia seeds or adding them in your cereals to add more kick in your treat.

2. Pre-cut carrot, celery, zucchini and cucumber sticks

These light snack option from The Guardian can surely make you feel full without feeling bloated. Also, this kind of snack only takes minutes to prepare. You can add a healthy yoghurt dip that can be prepared the night before and stored in the fridge for as long as five days. If you are not a fan of raw vegetables, Shapefit suggests that you can always steam or stir-fry it in olive oil to add some flavor.

3. Bring your own tea flask, not coffee

Coffee can overwork your liver, dehydrate you and increase your risk of developing elevated blood sugar, according to Naturally Savvy. Instead of relying on your coffee, try alternatives like green tea, herbal teas or even lavender tea for that added boost in your metabolism.

4. Homemade pre-packed tuna with baked potatoes

Fox 8 adds that instead of grabbing store-bought microwavable meals, why not make your own out of canned tuna in water and baked potatoes with fresh greens and leafy vegetables? It will only take you less than 15 minutes to prepare it and it is a healthier option than those frozen meals which can contain high sodium or fats.

5. Practice juicing or make you own flavored water

Instead of drinking sugary drinks like soda or sweetened juices, try making your own juice recipe by mixing fruits and vegetables, adds Shapefit. If you feel it's too tasking for you, just cut up some lemon, cucumber and celery then add it in water for your own homemade flavored water. Lastly, if you want to have fizz in your water, you can always add Seltzer to make it an exciting drink.