Need football snack ideas for husband

TimeFourMe

My husband informed me that Wed night starts football season. He wants low cal snacks to munch thru the game. He is trying to loose weight and we ate both eating way healthier. Any Ideas besides carrots and celery? He normally would have chips and dip, finishing off he whole container of dip thru the game and diet coke. Thinking of making a chili using turkey instead of beef for supper. He will still want munches.

slkehl

Popcorn is a good snack, as long as you don't douse it with butter and salt. It's whole grain and low cal! Low calorie fruits, like strawberries, are great too. Sipping diet sodas, light beers, tea or coffee can be a great way to stop the snack attack as well.

It might be a good idea to watch portion sizes too. For example, if he wants chips and dip, he should portion out a serving size worth of chips and dip onto a plate rather than taking the whole bag and dip container with him.

Elen_Sia

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/recipe_slideshows/healthy_low_cal_football_snacks

Uuuhlexis

Try your favorite lo cal cracker or chip (I've been eating Terra vegetable chips) and Tzatziki sauce! It's a great dip! I used this recipe a few days ago, and I still have PLENTY! I'm obsessed, I also started putting it on my sandwiches instead of mayo.

http://greekfood.about.com/od/dipsspreadspures1/r/Tzatziki.htm

Doberdawn

Tried making kale chips yet? They're very good for you. Why eat kale? One cup of kale has only 36 calories and zero grams of fat, and yet a cup contains nearly 20% of the RDA of dietary fiber, which promotes regular digestion, prevents constipation, lowers blood sugar and curbs overeating. Kale contains the glucosinolate isothiocyanate (ITC) that fights the formation of H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori), a bacterial growth in the stomach lining that can lead to gastric cancer. Kale is super high in antioxidants, both carotenoids and flavonoids which protect our cells from free radicals that cause oxidative stress. Kale contains 45 flavonoids, including kaempferol and quercitin which have been shown to specifically fight against the formation of cancerous cells. One cup of kale also provides about 10% of the RDA of omega-3 fatty acids that helps regulate the body's inflammatory process. It also contains a high dose of vitamin K which helps arthritis, autoimmune disorders, and asthma. Kale also provides glucosinolates, which have been shown to prevent colon, breast, bladder, prostate, ovarian cancers, as well as gastric cancer. Kale also contains a high fiber content which lowers cholesterol by binding with bile acids that the liver produces from cholesterol for digesting fat. The isothiocyanates (ITC) from glucosinolates found in kale aid in both phases I and II of the body's detoxification process. The high sulfur content of kale has further been shown essential for phase II of detoxification. Kale provides a ton of vitamin K (providing 1327% of the RDA in one cup), which is necessary for the synthesis of osteocalcin, a protein that strengthens the composition of our bones. Vitamin K also prevents calcium build-up in our tissue that can lead to atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease and stroke. Finally, vitamin K is essential for synthesizing sphingolipid, the fat needed to maintain the myelin sheath around our nerves, and therefore our nervous system as a whole.
A cup of kale also has over 192% of the RDA of vitamin A, an effective antioxidant which boosts immunity, maintains healthy bones and teeth, prevents urinary stones, and is essential to our reproductive organs. A cup of kale also has over 88% of our RDA of vitamin C which is also a powerful antioxidant and lowers blood pressure, ensures a healthy immune system, and fights against age-related ocular diseases, such as cataracts and macular degeneration.

Okay, so how do you make kale chips? Google the net for myriad recipes. You can toss a huge bunch of kale (thick stems removed) with a tablespoon of olive oil and "No Salt" or Salt and bake them on cookie sheets at 350 for like 20 or so minutes. Or you can make them in a dehydrator (even healthier) if you have one. See e.g. http://www.healthdiaries.com/eatthis/how-to-make-kale-chips-in-the-dehydrator.html Some of us like to make them more flavorful with seasonings like garlic powder, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice. I've even read a recipe for making them with sea salt and vinegar.

Doberdawn

You can also make your own lower calorie and lower fat tortilla chips by cutting up corn tortillas, spraying a sheet with nonstick spray, putting them on cookie sheet, spraying the chips and baking till crisp (you can also do in microwave, but I find it is hard to do them that way without making a bit burnt)... oh yeah, and after you spray, before you bake (so it sticks to the chip), sprinkle with "No Salt" if watching your sodium or salt to season. You can also sprinkle with chili powder, garlic powder and other such fun seasonings for spicier chips.

Uuuhlexis

You can also make your own lower calorie and lower fat tortilla chips by cutting up corn tortillas, spraying a sheet with nonstick spray, putting them on cookie sheet, spraying the chips and baking till crisp (you can also do in microwave, but I find it is hard to do them that way without making a bit burnt)... oh yeah, and after you spray, before you bake (so it sticks to the chip), sprinkle with "No Salt" if watching your sodium or salt to season. You can also sprinkle with chili powder, garlic powder and other such fun seasonings for spicier chips.

Brilliant!!

shortnerdy

I'm currently obsessed with these: http://snikiddy.com/type/eat-your-vegetables

Vegetable crisps that taste just like chips! I like the sea salt flavor. I get them at the Bulk Barn here in Canada.

Here's the info for the Sea Salt ones.


Calories
130
Total Fat
7g
Saturated Fat
0.5g
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
Sodium
140mg
Total Carbohydrate
17g
Protein
3g
Dietary Fiber
3g
Sugars
1g
Vitamin A
35%
Vitamin C
4%
Calcium
2%
Iron
4%

Plus they have one serving of veg per serving of crisps. Not too shabby and they come in Jalapeno, sour cream and Italian Herb

AllTehBeers

Yay football season! I love snacking during a game so here's a few things to think about.

1. Salsa is your best friend. I love salsa on almost everything because it's healthy and low in calories. When I want some chips and salsa, I measure out one serving of chips and put the rest away, that way I know exactly how much I ate. If you think you want more, just count EVERY serving, don't just reach into the bag and mindlessly munch.

2. Bake some snacks. Buffalo wings are probably my most favorite football snack but ordering out or deep frying your own is usually high calorie. Instead, cube up some chicken breasts or buy tenderloins, smother in your favorite hot sauce and bake.

3. Pizza comes in a close second for football food but ordering out is expensive, on your pocketbook and your calories. Make your own pizzas at home, going light on the cheese and meat but heavy on the veggies.

4. Peanuts are a great snack, and has healthy fats for your body but be mindful of how much you eat. Measure out a few separate servings so you know exactly how much you're eating.

5. Hot dogs. Now this isn't for everyone, but I've switched to the Jennie-O turkey dogs that only have 70 calories per dog. If you don't want to eat a bun's worth of calories, you can swap for a piece of whole grain bread at only 50 calories. Or, cut up in some baked beans.

6. Pretzals are a staple in snacking and a lighter alternative to potato chips. Again, measure out single servings each time so you know how much you're consuming.

7. Make your own veggie tray. I know chomping on a celery stick isn't so appealing, but pick out your favorite dip or dressing with a variety of vegetables and set it out in front. I would be willing to bet that you'll eat a lot more then you think you will if it's sitting right in front of you. Good way to get some extra vegetables too.

Doberdawn

BTW, all kinds of veggies taste great dipped in hummus... get flavorful varieties of hummus... like roasted red pepper, chipotle pepper, spinach artichoke, etc. YUM. I dip carrots, radishes, celery, cucumbers, and more.

TimeFourMe

All excellent ideas... I will be using them all season long!