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How many calories for snacks?

coronalime
coronalime Posts: 583 Member
edited September 2024 in Food and Nutrition
How many calories do you try to stay around for snacks? I know alot of people do the 100 cal snacks but how much for the whole day?

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  • jess1304
    jess1304 Posts: 47
    I usually just have one snack all day which is either 100 calorie popcorn or some other 100 calorie pack.
  • MsMerlot56
    MsMerlot56 Posts: 7
    Hi! I allow myself three healthy snacks a day. Whether it be carrots/celery and hummus, cottage cheese, an apple, lowfat cheddar, yogurt, etc....I even allow for a glass of wine (red) at the end of the day 3 or 4 times a week. Works for me:smile:
  • kellygirl5538
    kellygirl5538 Posts: 597 Member
    I personally stay away from 100 calorie snacks. I have no problem eating snacks a little higher in calories but high in protein. It is more than the calories that matter.
  • FireMonkey
    FireMonkey Posts: 500 Member
    My morning snack is usually a bit higher in calories - fruit and/or yogurt, maybe cheese. I don't always have an afternoon snack and I stick with about 100 calories for the late night.
  • ractayjon
    ractayjon Posts: 365
    When Im on a non exercise day I keep my 3 meals at about 300 calories and then have 2 snacks at about 150 calories each (round about) to saty near the 1200 goal....
    When I exercise I up my meals to about 400 and then have 2 snacks at about 200 each
    Thats my goal at least. :wink:
    i also try to make my snacks more like meals - a typical "snack" for me would be a pita wrap with lettuce, tomato, onions, cheese and some sliced chicken - a meal just a smaller portion then a break/lunch/dinner would be.
    But Im not perfect and my favorite snack is still cookies and milk! 3 oreos and a half cup of milk is right around 200 calories yum!
  • courtney_love2001
    courtney_love2001 Posts: 1,468 Member
    My snacks range anywhere from 200-300 calories, depending on the day. When I do eat a snack, it is generally raw fruit, yogurt with granola, or pb on toast (something along those lines). Occasionally it is protein bar. I plan my day out beforehand generally, so I always make room for my snacks.
  • Jennwith2ns
    Jennwith2ns Posts: 296 Member
    Around 100-150. 100-calorie packs aren't filling so I have switched to high protein snacks . Usually lowfat cottage cheese, hard-boiled egg, wheat toast w/pb, fruit & cheese.. sometimes baked chips or veggies w/hummus. I only have 100-calorie packs when I am craving cookies.

    I also have a fudgsicle or skinny cow ice cream at night.. its a nice low fat treat!
  • chattiekat
    chattiekat Posts: 11
    I am following a weight loss program through a local wellness clinic. They have me on the 1200 calorie diabetic diet, and I am supposed to have 3 daily snacks of about 150 calories and 10-15 grams of protein each. I usually choose protein bars or string cheese.
  • sydnek
    sydnek Posts: 6
    One 100 calorie pack and 2 fruits!! :)
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