Ditch that, Try this!

Ditch That:

Granola: Granola can add extra sugar and corn syrup to your diet. Try a low-fat granola option and mix with whole grains that are dense.

Smoothies: Smoothies come with a large amount of added sugar and juice. Try to make your own smoothie at home with low-fat yogurt or milk and fresh or frozen fruit.

Vegetable Juice: Vegetable juices are mostly reconstituted tomato juice. Beware of the high amounts of sodium found in vegetable juices.

Pita Chips: Some may think pita chips are the healthier option, but sometimes these can offer just as much calories and more sodium than normal corn chips!

Energy Bars: Ditch your energy bars, these are usually glued together with 4 to 6 teaspoons of sugar! 

Try This:

Sunflower Seeds: A quarter cup of sunflower seeds can offer fiber and protein, but beware of how many calories just a 1/4 cup has!

Garbanzo Beans (chickpeas): Garbanzo beans are the "go-to" bean. They are easy to prepare and can be incorporated into any meal. Use in a salad, soup, or stew while increasing your fiber and protein!

Unsweetened Yogurt: When it comes to yogurt, keep it plain and simply. Add fresh fruit instead of loading up on the sugary fruit preserves in flavored yogurt. Plain yogurt has more protein, calcium and vitamins.
Watermelon: A serving of watermelon offers a great source of your daily vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium. Another great thing, watermelon is mostly grown locally, so you won't find a lot of pesticide residue! 

Leafy Greens: Leafy greens are a great source of calcium, iron, and fiber. Try some leafy greens to lower your risk of diabetes!

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Adapted from: www.cspinet.org