Hey Snack Loving Friends looking for Antioxidant-Rich Snacks,
For those of you that don’t know me, my name is Lacy, and I’m a registered dietitian and owner of Mindful Vending (a dietitian owned and operated healthy vending company). In our vending machines, we provide all kinds of nourishing snacks including some of the best antioxidant-rich snacks on the market.
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The Search for the Antioxidant-Rich Snacks
As the owner of Mindful vending, it is my job AND passion to search for the healthiest packaged snacks available; therefore, I am constantly looking for snacks to meet a variety of needs. If it is our there, I want to find it!
Since I have to keep a healthy snack database for my company anyway, I thought it might be helpful to share my snack lists here as well. So browse all the categories and find the snacks that best fit with your needs and wants. Happy snacking!
So here they are… (Scroll down to read the sixth post in this series, Dietitian Approved Antioxidant-Rich Snacks).
- Dietitian Approved Gluten Free Snacks
- Healthiest Chips and Crackers According to a Dietitian
- Top Omega-3 On-the-Go Snacks
- The Best Nutrition Bars and Protein Bars
- Dietitian Approved Nut-Free Snacks
- Dietitian Approved Fiber Rich Snacks
- Best On-the-Go Protein Snacks According to a Dietitian
- Top Whole Grain Packaged Snacks
- Dietitian Approved Antioxidant-Rich Snacks (This Post!)
- Healthy On-the-Go Fruit and Vegetable Snacks
- The Best On-the-Go Probiotic Snacks According to a Dietitian
- The Healthiest Non-Perishable Meals and Entrees According to a Dietitian
Why Eat Antioxidant-Rich Snacks?
Research shows that regularly incorporating antioxidants into your diet has a multitude of benefits like:
- May reduce the risk of cancer
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Promotes a healthy gut
- Reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke
- May reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia
- Helps with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
So…
The Best Antioxidant-Rich Snacks
Health Warrior Chia Bars
These bars are the first on the antioxidant-rich snacks list and are packed with nourishing ingredients. The star ingredient and first ingredient on their simple ingredients list is the chia seed. Health Warrior Chia Bars are a good source of Omega-3s, fiber, antioxidants, and minerals. They are only 100 calories and yet extremely filling for two reasons. One, they are a good source of fiber, and two, they absorb water. Health Warrior Chia Bars are gluten free, low in sugar, and have zero added sugar and trans fat.
Below are a few possible benefits (according to research) of the nutrients found in Health Warrior Chia Seed Bars:
- May help with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Promote a healthy immune system
- May improve GI Inflammation
- Aid in addiction recovery
- Promote healthy gut bacteria and bacteria balance.
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Promote healthy digestion
- May reduce joint pain and arthritis inflammation
- Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
- Help you feel full after eating; thus, helps with satiety and weight loss
- Protects against diabetes
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Has cancer fighting properties
Did you know the Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio in our diet should be around 1:1? However, the ratio in the American diet is closer to 16:1 or higher. So the take home message is EAT MORE OMEGA-3s!!!
Health Warrior Pumpkin Seed Bars
Health Warrior also makes Pumpkin Seed Bars. These bars are high in proteins, antioxidants, fiber, minerals, and B vitamins and are low in sugar. They have a simple ingredients list with their first ingredient being, you guessed it, pumpkin seeds. Their other standout ingredient is whole grain quinoa.
Zing Bar
Zing Bars also make the antioxidant rich snacks list. One of my favorite things about Zing Bars is that they are developed by a registered dietitian. They have all natural ingredients and are a good source of protein, fiber, prebiotics, and antioxidants. Zing Bars are also gluten free and have zero added sugar or trans fat. Because Zing Bars are filling, they may help with weight loss.
Kind Bar Nut Bar
Kind Bars have so many different varieties and each variety is unique so I am going to talk about a few of them separately. The Kind Nut Bars are full of protein-rich nuts, fiber, and antioxidants. In fact, the first ingredient is nuts so Kind Bars are a good source of healthy fats. These filling bars are low in sodium and sugar compared to a normal candy bar. All kind bars are gluten free as well. One con is that these bars have a small amount of added sugar.
88 Acres
I love 88 Acres for people with or without a nut allergy. They are made in a nut free and gluten free facility. These bars are made out of seeds like flax (rich in Omega-3), pumpkin, and sunflower instead of nuts. They have a simple ingredients list and are a good source of protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and antioxidants.
The Cinnamon and Oat Seed bar also contains cinnamon, which is anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial, and the Ginger Apple See bar contains ginger, which is anti0inflammatory.
Possible Benefits are Some of the Ingredients in 88 Acres:
- May help with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Promote a healthy immune system
- May improve GI Inflammation
- Aid in addiction recovery
- Promote healthy gut bacteria and bacteria balance.
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Aid in Digestion
- Promote healthy digestion
- May reduce joint pain and arthritis inflammation
- Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
- Help you feel full after eating; thus, helps with satiety and weight loss
- Protects against diabetes
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Has cancer fighting properties
Larabar
Larabars have a simple ingredients list with the first ingredients being nuts and seeds. They are a good source of filling fiber and proteins; therefore, they may aid in weight loss. They contain vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants and the walnut varieties have plant-based Omega-3s. Larabars are gluten free and have zero trans fat. By the way, the Mint Chip Brownie flavor is one of my husbands favorite bars of all time.
Empact Protein and Energy Bars
These protein and energy bars are geared towards women. They have a simple ingredients list and are a good source of protein, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and healthy fats. Their standout ingredients include Omega-3 rich flaxseed and chia seed. Empact Protein Energy bars are low in sugar, and filling as well.
Bonus: Empact also makes a Protein and Energy Bar Plus Probiotics and Prebiotics!
Below are a few possible benefits (according to research) of the nutrients found in Empact Protein and Energy Bars:
- May help with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Promote a healthy immune system
- May improve GI Inflammation
- Aid in addiction recovery
- Promote healthy gut bacteria and bacteria balance.
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Aid in Digestion
- Promote healthy digestion
- May reduce joint pain and arthritis inflammation
- Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
- Help you feel full after eating; thus, helps with satiety and weight loss
- Protects against diabetes
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Has cancer fighting properties
Karma Probiotics Wellness Water
There is something fun about pushing a little button at the top of your water bottle to release all kinds of goodness into your water. With Karma wellness water, you get to do just that! Each Karma Probiotic Wellness water has 2 billion probiotic cultures, vitamins, antioxidants, and only 20 calories per bottle. Karma water is also gluten free. This is one amazing little drink!
According to research, probiotics may:
- Support Digestive heath
- Support immune function
- Have anti-inflammatory properties
- Help with mood and mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May aid in addiction recovery
- Promote a healthy heart
Happy Inside Cereal
Happy Inside Cereal is a crunchy cereal that is 100% whole grain and is a good source of probiotics, prebiotics, antioxidants, and fiber. Ingredients include whole grain barley (the first ingredient) and dried fruit.
Benefits of Probiotics:
- Support Digestive heath
- Support immune function
- Have anti-inflammatory properties
- Help with mood and mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May aid in addiction recovery
- Promote a healthy heart
Beanfields
Beanfields might be my favorite chip. They have 4 gm of protein and 4 gm of fiber per serving so you will feel full for longer after eating these chips. Due to the filling nature of these chips, they can aid in weight loss as well. They have a simple ingredients list with the first ingredient being antioxidant-rich black and white beans. These chips are gluten free, have less than 1 gm sugar, and 0 trans fat. Beanfields come in lots of flavors. Nacho is probably the most popular, but my favorite is the Pico De Gallo.
Benefits of Polyphenol Antioxidants found in black and white beans:
- Prebiotic (good bacteria in the gut feeds on prebiotics)
- May reduce the risk of cancer
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Promotes a healthy gut
- Reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke
- May reduces cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia
- Helps with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
Raw Crunch
These Raw Crunch bars are fantastic! Their simple ingredients list is full of organic whole foods like Omega-3 and antioxidant rich flaxseeds and pumpkin seeds. They are gluten free and grain free, and low in sugar.
Possible benefits of Omega-3s:
- May help with joint Pain/arthritis
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Helps with mood and mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- Reduces the risk of heart disease
- Improve Gut microbial health and gut inflammation
- May reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Aids in addiction recovery
Theo 85% Dark Chocolate Bar
Disease-fighting polyphenol and flavonoid antioxidants are found in dark chocolate like the Theo 85% Dark Chocolate bar. So if you are looking for something to curb your chocolate craving, try Dark chocolate bars that are at least 65% Cacao. I love the Theo brand because it only has three simple ingredients!
Sargento Balanced Breaks
The Sargento Balanced Breaks are a delicious little pre-portioned mix of nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and cheese. Sargento Balanced Breaks are packed with protein, and many have antioxidant rich nuts and seeds!
Mega Omega Power Up Trail Mix, Antioxidant Power Up Trail Mix and Goji Power Up Trail Mix
The Mega Omega Per Up mix contains a mixture of standout ingredients which include walnuts, almonds, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, and dried mango. The Antioxidant Power Up Trail mix has raisins, dark chocolate, walnuts, blueberries, pecans, and cranberries. With ingredients like these, these trail mixes are great sources of protein, antioxidants, healthy fats, and Omega-3s. According to the Power Up website, all their products are gluten free as well.
Carrington Farms Organic Flax Chia Blends Go Pak
These Carrington Farms Organic Flax Chia Blends Go Paks are so cool! They are little packs of standout ingredients like flaxseeds and chia seeds that you can take with you anywhere. They are a great source of fiber, antioxidants, minerals, and Omega-3s! You can eat them alone or better yet add them to your food anywhere! These gluten free snacks are fantastic additions to yogurt, oatmeal, salads, smoothies, and even ice cream. Since they are filling they can aid in weight loss as well.
Did you know that According to research, Omega-3s:
- May help with joint Pain/arthritis
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Help with mood and mood disorders like depression, anxiety, and stress
- Reduce the risk of heart disease
- Improve Gut microbial health and gut inflammation
- May reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Aids in addiction recovery
Rhythm Superfood Chips
Rhythm Superfood chips are Gluten free chips made out of filling vegetables and fruit. In fact, the first ingredient is a fruit or vegetable! Star ingredients on their simple ingredients list are foods like kale, turmeric, bell pepper, beets, and cauliflower. They are dried chips, not fried and contain nutrients like protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and antioxidants.
Bada Bean Bada Boom
Bada Bean Bada Boom is one of my favorite snacks! Seriously, these snacks made from Broad beans are soooo delicious! Whenever I give a sample to friends and family, their faces and reactions read like ‘whoa, what is this glorious snack, and where can I get more!?!?!’ Bada Bean Bada Booms have 7 gm protein and 5-6 gm fiber as well as essential vitamins and minerals in each serving. They are made from simple ingredients with the first ingredient being broad beans. These crunchy snacks are low in calories and gluten free. You can get them pre-packaged in 100 calorie snack packs, and these are 100 calories that are actually filling so they can aid in weight loss. Broad beans also have immune boosting, heart healthy antioxidants as well!
Here is another interesting tidbit about broad beans:
Though research is limited, some small studies have shown that Levodopa found in broad beans (also called fava beans) may help with symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. But if you have Parkinson’s, it is important to talk with your doctor before eating foods in excess that contain Levodopa. You should continue to take medications per your doctors advice as well. Keep in mind, you could overdo it if you are taking medications and eating Levodopa rich foods. Moreover, this excess could cause dyskinesia in Parkinson’s patients.
Wonderful Pistaccios
Pistaccios are lower in calories compared to other nuts, and high in protein, healthy fats, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins (especially B6), and minerals. With nutrients like these, Pistaccios are a fantastic snack option! They are gluten free as well!
That’s It Truffle
These gluten free That’s It Truffles are made with 64% dark chocolate (antioxidants), real fruit, and simple ingredients. That’s it Truffles contain only 4 gm added sugar and are nut free as well.
Emeralds Almonds, Walnuts, and Cherries
Any product with Walnuts is going to be a good source of Omega-3. Walnuts also have anti-inflammatory properties. I picked this particular product because not only does it have Walnuts, but this mix is one of the tastiest I have tried. These Emeralds have a simple ingredients list and 0 mg sodium. I also like that these filling snacks come in pre-portioned 100 calorie packs so they can aid in weight loss as well. They are also a good source of protein, vitamins, minerals, healthy fats and antioxidants as well. According to the packaging, Emerald Nuts are certified gluten free.
Below are a few possible benefits (according to research) of antioxidant rich snacks and omega-3 rich snacks:
- May help with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Promote a healthy immune system
- May improve GI Inflammation
- Aid in addiction recovery
- Promote healthy gut bacteria and bacteria balance.
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Promote healthy digestion
- May reduce joint pain and arthritis inflammation
- Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
- Help you feel full after eating; thus, helps with satiety and weight loss
- Protects against diabetes
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Has cancer fighting properties
Did you know the Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio in our diet should be around 1:1? However, the ratio in the American diet is closer to 16:1 or higher. So the take home message is EAT MORE OMEGA-3s!!!
Mary’s Gone Crackers
Next of our list is the Mary’s Gone Crackers. These crackers have a simple ingredients list including standout ingredients like flaxseed, quinoa, and the first ingredient listed, whole grain brown rice. What you get from eating these crackers: omega-3, antioxidants, protein, fiber, and B vitamins. What you don’t get: gluten, sugar, added sugar, and trans fat. They are also completely nut free! These baked (not fried) nutrient-dense crackers will also leave you feeling full and satisfied and aid in weight loss (thanks to the protein and fiber).
Possible benefits from the nutrients in Mary’s Gone Crackers:
- May help with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Promote a healthy immune system
- May improve GI Inflammation
- Aid in addiction recovery
- Promote healthy gut bacteria and bacteria balance.
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Promote healthy digestion
- May reduce joint pain and arthritis inflammation
- Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
- Help you feel full after eating; thus, helps with satiety and weight loss
- Protects against diabetes
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Has cancer fighting properties
The Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio in our diet should be around 1:1. However, the ratio in the American diet is closer to 16:1 or higher. So the take home message is EAT MORE OMEGA-3s!!!
Way Better Sprouted Tortilla Chips
The star ingredients of the Way Better Sprouted Tortilla Chips are flaxseed, chia seeds, quinoa, and beans. These chips are 100% whole grain and gluten free! When you eat Way Better chips, you’re getting plant-based omega-3s, antioxidants, B vitamins, and potassium. And because of the fiber, you will feel fuller than you would just eating the common chip. These chips have a simple ingredients list, zero sugar, zero trans fat, and less calories and sodium than many standard chips. Bonus for anyone with a nut allergy, Way Better chips are manufactured in a nut-free facility!
Below are a few possible benefits (according to research) of the nutrients found in Way Better Sprouted Tortilla chips:
- May help with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Promote a healthy immune system
- May improve GI Inflammation
- Aid in addiction recovery
- Promote healthy gut bacteria and bacteria balance.
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Promote healthy digestion
- May reduce joint pain and arthritis inflammation
- Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
- Help you feel full after eating; thus, helps with satiety and weight loss
- Protects against diabetes
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Has cancer fighting properties
Did you know the Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio in our diet should be around 1:1? However, the ratio in the American diet is closer to 16:1 or higher. So the take home message is EAT MORE OMEGA-3s!!!
A few cons:
These chips are baked first then fried for a short the in sunflower oil, and they are more expensive than the standard chip.
Skinny Dipped Almond
Skinny Dipped Almonds, oh, how I love thee. They are the perfect combination of antioxidant-rich dark chocolate and almonds. They have less sugar than other candies and no added sugar at all. The first ingredient of this filling snack is almonds. Skinny Dipped Almonds are also a great source of protein and healthy fats, and I love that you can get these gluten free snacks in a mini 60 calorie pre-portioned snack as well.
My Super Pops
These whole grain pops are made from star ingredients like Flax, Quinoa, sunflower, and chia. Flax, Quinoa, and Chia contain heart healthy, disease fighting antioxidants. Plus, flax and chia seeds are a good source of plant-based ALA Omega-3s. And remember, the Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio in our diet should be around 1:1. However, the ratio in the American diet is closer to 16:1 or higher. So the take home message is EAT MORE OMEGA-3s!!! My Super Pop also have zero sugar and are also nut free and gluten free snacks.
Note Omega-3s:
- May help with joint Pain/arthritis
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Helps with mood and mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- Reduces the risk of heart disease
- Improve Gut microbial health and gut inflammation
- May reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Aids in addiction recovery
Awesome Granola
Awesome Granola is gluten free, nut free, egg free, soy free, and wheat free. The first ingredient in this allergy-friendly, fiber snack is whole grain oats. This granola would pair perfectly with antioxidant, vitamins, minerals, and fiber-rich fruit and probiotic and protein-rich yogurt to make the ultimate nourishing and filling snack.
Simple Mills Sprouted Seed Crackers
These Simple Mills Sprouted Seeds Crackers have so many super seeds in them like flax, sunflower, hemp, and chia, and they are a good source of protein, fiber, Omega-3, antioxidants, and Vitamin E! They are also a great gluten free snacks!
Benefits of Omega-3 and Antioxidants, according to Research:
- May help with joint Pain/arthritis
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Helps with mood and mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- Reduces the risk of heart disease
- Improve Gut microbial health and gut inflammation
- May reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Aids in addiction recovery
Doctor in the Kitchen Flackers
The star ingredient in these 100% whole grain Flackers is the Flax Seeds. Nutrients in these crackers include ALA Omega-3, antioxidants, B vitamins, and Potassium. And with 6 gm of fiber and 4 gm of protein, these flackers are going to help you feel full. They are also baked, not fried; have only 1 gm of sugar; and have 0 added sugar and trans fat. They are also gluten free!
Because these Flackers have many of the same ingredients as the Way Better Tortilla chips, they also have some of the same possible benefits:
- May help with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- May improve energy levels/ fatigue
- Promote a healthy immune system
- May improve GI Inflammation
- Aid in addiction recovery
- Promote healthy gut bacteria and bacteria balance.
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Promote healthy digestion
- May reduce joint pain and arthritis inflammation
- Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
- Help you feel full after eating; thus, helps with satiety and weight loss
- Protects against diabetes
- May help with ADD/ADHD symptoms
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May improve memory
- Has cancer fighting properties
The Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio in our diet should be around 1:1. However, the ratio in the American diet is closer to 16:1 or higher. So the take home message is EAT MORE OMEGA-3s!!
Beanito
Beanitos are very similar to Beanfields in that they are made out of simple ingredients with the first ingredient on the label being beans. Beanitos are high in filling protein and fiber so they can aid in weight loss. They are gluten and nut free and are low in sugar, have 0 added sugar, and 0 trans fat. They are also the perfect antioxidant rich snacks.
Benefits of Polyphenol Antioxidants found in black and white beans:
- Prebiotic (good bacteria in the gut feeds on prebiotics)
- May decrease the risk of cancer
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Promotes a healthy gut
- Reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke
- May reduces cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia
- Helps with mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
Orchard Valley Trail Mix
I love all of Orchard Valley Harvest nut mixes! Oh my goodness, I want some right now! Nuts are a great source of antioxidants, super filling protein, and healthy fats as well so you really can’t go wrong with antioxidant rich snacks featuring wholesome nuts as the main ingredient!
Vegetables
Diets high in fruits and vegetables have been shown to reduce the risk of all sorts of diseases and conditions like Alzheimer’s, Dementia, heart disease, stroke, and cancer. In fact, the diets of people who live in the Blue Zones mostly consist of beans, legumes, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Blue Zones are defined as areas or regions that have lower rates of chronic disease and have reported higher satisfaction with their quality of life and well-being. So if we want to have a diet that more closely resembles the Blue Zones, we should be incorporating more vegetables (and fruits, whole grains, and legumes) into our meals AND snacks! Raw vegetables make great on-the-go gluten free snacks and nut free snack. You can also pair them with hummus to get some added protein!
Fruit
Okay, so I know this is not a packaged snack and may seem like a no brainer, but I can’t write a post about healthy antioxidant rich snacks without including natural simple whole foods like fresh fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are about the healthiest snack you can get! Fruits are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and filling fiber. Plus, fruits are low in calories so eating fruits can aid in weight loss.
Fage Yogurt and Fruit
When you add gluten free Fage yogurt to your fresh fruits, you are getting all of the above benefits or fruit PLUS probiotics and protein! Talk about the ultimate gluten free snacks.
And Remember, according to research probiotics may:
- Support Digestive heath
- Support immune function
- Have anti-inflammatory properties
- Help with mood and mood disorders like depression, anxiety, stress
- Reduce cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- May aid in addiction recovery
- Promote a healthy heart
Antioxidant Rich Snacks: Chips and Salsa
Adding Salsa to a healthy chip like the nut free Way Better Tortilla Chips is such a super easy and healthy snack option. Salsa or Pico De Gallo is loaded with vegetables, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. When buying salsa, look for a salsa with a simple ingredients list and no added sugar like the Muir Glen Organic Salsa.
Take Home Message about Antioxidant Rich snacks and Other Nutrient Rich Foods
Diets rich in antioxidants, Omega-3, probiotics, fiber, vitamins and minerals have been linked to reducing the risk or alleviating the symptoms of a multitude of conditions like:
- Heart Disease & Stroke
- Diabetes
- Inflammation
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- GI Problems like bloating, distention, stomach pain, cramps, constipation, diarrhea, GERD, heartburn & gas
- IBS, IBD, & SIBO
- Migraines & headaches
- Fatigue
- Frequent colds and illnesses
- Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Mucus drainage and phlegm
- Allergies
- Lack of brain focus and attention
- Memory problems
- Joint Pain
- Hormone Imbalance
- Mood disorders like depression, anxiety, and stress
- Acne
- Insomnia
- Inability to lose weight
- Crohn’s disease
- Lupus
- Celiac disease
- MS
- Parkinson’s
These nutrients are found in many of the snacks listed above as well as in wholefoods like whole grains, vegetables, fruits (make sure to include berries), nuts, seeds, fermented vegetables, kefir, kombucha, miso, kimchi, sauerkraut, yogurt, lean meats, and fish (especially salmon and tuna). So make sure you are eating these wholefoods regularly to get the most out of your diet. You can find out how to incorporate more of these nutrients into your meals in The Nourishing Meal Builder.
Lacy Ngo, MS, RDN, the owner of Mindfulness in Faith, LLC, is one of the top experts in faith-based mindfulness and nutrition. Ngo is the author of several books including The Nourishing Meal Builder, The Nourishing Meal Builder: the Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Edition, Faith, Mindfulness, & Nutrition, and Mindfulness in Faith and Freezer Meals.
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