26 Packaged Snacks To Eat When Losing Weight

Picking the shells off of pistachios? Ain’t nobody got time for that! When you’re on the go and don’t have time to start shuckin’ pistachios, don’t give up and reach for the fattening bag of potato chips. Try these shelled pistachios with only 170 calories per serving and you can feel good that you’re eating a snack that is low in calories, but high in antioxidants, fiber and protein.

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Some snack bars are just sneaky high calorie candy bars dressed up as health food bars. Some are just chemical concoctions coated with chocolate. Luckily these kind bars are neither. Loaded with omega-3’s from flax, plant-based protein from nuts and seeds and free from any impossible-to-pronounce additives, these bars make a great weight-loss friendly snack with only 190 calories per bar!

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Studies show that snacks with protein help you stay fuller longer. At just 180 calories for 2 heaping spoonfuls, this protein-packed almond butter is a great choice to satisfy your craving without sabotaging your weight loss efforts. So instead of feeling guilty for eating spoonfuls of cake frosting out of the jar, do your waistline a favor and switch it out for a jar of almond butter.

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Packed with whole grains and fiber and clocking in at just 120 calories per serving, these cereal bars are a yummy sweet treat that won’t mess up your diet.

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Do you miss that crunch that you get from a deep fried bag of chips? Try these 130 calorie, nutrient-dense veggie chips instead! They’re made with beta-carotene rich carrots, fibrous purple potatoes and vitamin A-filled kabocha squash that will lend another dimension of flavor to your afternoon snack.

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Didn’t think you could lose weight and have something as decadent as chocolate peanut butter? Think again! Many store-bought brands of peanut butter contain hydrogenated oils and trans fats which can cause weight gain amongst other health issues, but this brand of chocolate peanut butter is free of hydrogenated oils. Plus, dark chocolate is loaded with minerals and antioxidants, while the natural peanut butter offers up protein and fiber. So slather this 170 calorie snack on a banana or apple and enjoy (within moderation of course!).

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Do you want to be a fitness-loving skinny chick, but just can’t give up on spicy cheetos? Try these spicy flax snacks! Instead of being filled with packing peanuts and old newspapers (that’s what they make cheetos out of right?), they’re made from raw sprouted seeds, a bit of jalapeno, spices and only contain 180 calories per serving.

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Some folks think that you can’t have popcorn without the scary mystery “imitation butter” sauce that you get at the theater or that strange goop on the microwave popcorn package, but this skinny pop has just 39 calories per cup. And the serving size is 4 cups at just 155 calories (Hallelujah!) So fill up the whole bowl and enjoy that popcorn like it’s going out of style.

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It can be hard to find dried fruit without added sugar, so these organic dried mangos are a Godsend. With just 120 calories per serving and lots of vitamin C and A, you can be happy knowing that this snack won’t pack on the pounds.

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Want to eat more veggies? The awesome thing about these veggie tortilla chips is that there’s a full serving of vegetables and only 130 calories in 1 oz. of chips. So next time you’re heart sinks at that boring tray of sliced veggies, reach for these chips instead!

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One great thing about sweet potatoes aside from their rich orange color and slightly sweet buttery taste is that they are also packed with vitamins like beta-carotene. Try these when you want a nutritious kick to your regular old tortilla chip. With only 140 calories per serving, you can feel good knowing that these won’t go straight to your thighs.

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Never heard of spelt? It’s an ancient cousin of wheat that is filled with essential nutrients, fiber and amino acids. While your regular “bar snack” pretzels might be so processed that all the nutrients have been stripped from them, you can feel good knowing that these 120 calorie pretzels have got the real stuff!

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I think we all know that whatever diet you’re on, it probably doesn’t allow cheesy puffs, right? Well, these snapea crisps have a texture that is reminiscent of a cheesy puff. Made from green peas and baked instead of fried, these salty crunchy snapea crisps have only 110 calories per serving and are a healthy way to get through those times when you feel like cheating on your diet.

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Have you ever bought that trail mix with the M&Ms in it thinking that it’s healthy as long as you only have a few M&Ms along with some nuts, but then you just end up picking out all the M&Ms and eating them? We’ve all been there! This nut mix includes pomegranate and vanilla to sweeten it up without the addition of fattening high fructose corn syrup. At only 210 calories for the whole pack, this will make a great sweet and salty treat.

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Nothing beats nuts for a nutritious and easy snack that’s easy on the waistline. If you’re sick of almonds or just need to add more variety, try walnuts! They’ve got just 210 calories per serving, a rich earthy flavor and are filled with vitamins, minerals and omega-3s (great for helping with metabolism & inflammation).

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Plantains are the savory cousin of bananas. Although it seems as though these plantain chips are parading around as banana chips, don’t be fooled! They’re actually savory, salty and crunchy like a potato chip, but made with high-fiber vitamin-rich fruit with just 150 calories per serving.

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Do you ever just feel like finishing off a whole jar of peanut butter? Ok, maybe not the whole jar, but this powdered chocolate peanut butter makes it easier to get your fill of peanut butter since it contains 85% fewer calories than regular peanut butter. A full 2 tbsp serving only has 45 calories, so have your fill!

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Did you know that dried apricots are not supposed to be bright orange? That is a sure sign that they contain lots of unnatural additives and preservatives. So be glad that these sweet and chewy apricots are brownish orange…just like nature intended! Plus, with just 110 calories, this slimming fruit won’t knock you off of your game.

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Super low in calories, but very high in nutrients, these seaweed snacks are a perfect nosh for any time of day. Seaweed is a unique plant-based superfood that contains iodine, b-12, iron and many other beneficial minerals. Don’t hold back! At just 50 calories for the whole pack, you can have as many of these salty crispy seaweed snacks as your heart desires.

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Made with organic popcorn, coconut oil, himalayan pink salt and adding up to just 110 calories for 3 cups, this is the tastiest and healthiest popcorn you can find. Not only is himalayan pink salt choc full of beneficial minerals, but coconut oil has also been known to boost metabolism and support weight loss.

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When you want a little something sweet, but don’t want to mess up your healthy diet streak, dark chocolate is the perfect solution. Lower in sugar than milk chocolate, rich with metabolism-boosting antioxidants, and only containing 160 calories per serving, this dark chocolate almond bar is the best dessert option for those who are slimming down. Just make sure you keep it within moderation!

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If you’re trying to lose weight or get healthy chances are you’ve been told to eat kale. Well, it’s not for no good reason! Kale is a leafy green vegetable that is chock full of beneficial chlorophyll, calcium, iron and vitamins. But, lots of people don’t like kale’s rough texture or bland flavor when it’s in a salad or stir-fry. That’s where kale chips come to the rescue! They’ve got just 130 calories for half the bag and are crunchy, salty, zesty and flavorful without any frying, extra oil or sugar…just all natural plant-based ingredients.

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Beans are a great source of protein, flavonoids and fiber to help keep you full. Put them in a chip and I’m sold! These black bean chips have only 140 calories per serving and a few natural ingredients; beans, rice, a bit of oil and salt.

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If you haven’t heard of ginger yet, you must be living under a rock. This root has been used for hundreds of years in eastern medicine and is great for the immune system and digestive system. On top of that, it also makes for a great zesty gummy snack that will give a kick to your trail mix and will only set you back 150 calories.

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These nutritious quinoa sticks contain omega-3 rich chia seeds and 12g of whole grains. At only 140 calories per serving, these crunchy salty snacks make for a great guilt-free option.

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They don’t call it a superfood for nothing! Packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber and amino acids, these organic goji berries satisfy that craving for something sweet and sour without undermining your diet. With just 100 calories for a heaping serving, you can sprinkle them on yogurt, add them to your trail mix or just eat them right out of the bag.

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