Are you craving sweet treats, find a healthy substitute to control your sweet tooth...
MAY 17th 2016
Healthy Snacking
Are you constantly getting the feeling of needing chocolate and crisps? This is actually a sign of your body craving a nutrient rather than sugar.
We have found the perfect substitute for the top three cravings you may be having.
1. Chocolate - craving chocolate may be a sign you are lacking Magnesium. For this try Raw cacao nibs and see if that stops you wanting to reach for the dreaded chocolate bar.
2. Crisps - if you feel you are wanting salty crisps a lot then it is likely that you need more Chloride in your diet, the perfect substitute for you to try is olives, stuffed or pitted, they are also a delicious summer snack.
3. Doughnuts - try sweet potatoes to replenish your trytophan levels. This versatile vegetable can be used to make sweet potato crisps for you to snack on throughout the day or have it as part of your salad or meal.
We have also pulled together the top 11 healthy snacks for every bag:
1. Popcorn
2. Almonds
3. Watermelon
4. Edamame
5. Apricots
6. Carrot sticks
7. Hummus
8. Grapes
9.Pretzels
10.Kale Chips
11.Protein Bars
Please do let us know how you get on with these substitutes and if you need any more advice on healthy eating please speak to a Member of the team.