13 Healthy Late Night Snacks

As the day winds down, it becomes harder and harder to find time to cook a healthy, balanced meal. And while going hungry is not ideal, you don’t want to pack on the pounds with your evening snacks either.

This Post is about 13 healthy late-night snacks to keep you going and your diet on track.

1. Strawberries

Strawberries are a great source of Vitamin C, the body’s number one antioxidant. Full of potassium as well, strawberries can help lower blood pressure and improve muscle tone.

2. Hard-Boiled Eggs

The whites are loaded with protein is you eat the whole egg, it contains more than 5 grams per serving! This egg is also a great source of selenium.

3. Popcorn

A low-cal food that is high in fiber, popcorn can be a healthy alternative to chips and other snacks if you pick the right kind. Popcorn is full of antioxidants and vitamin C.

4. Yogurt

The natural bacteria found in yogurt helps your body digest its nutrients more efficiently. With many kinds of yogurt to choose from, you won’t get bored!

5. Beef Jerky

This dried piece of meat has only 70 calories per 2 oz serving and is high in protein.

6. Almonds

Almonds are a great source of fiber, potassium, vitamin E and magnesium. They are a good source of protein as well!

7. Applesauce

A glass of unsweetened applesauce counts as 1/2 cup serving towards your 5-a-day, but this fruit packs the biggest punch when you eat the whole thing. Apples are a great source of fiber and vitamin C.

8. Kidney Beans

These beans are a great source of protein and potassium, which helps keep you hydrated in the day and helps you lose weight at night!

9. Pumpkin Seeds (Raw)

Pumpkin seeds have the highest dietary fiber of all nuts, and they are also full of B vitamins including folic acid, vitamin E, magnesium and molybdenum, which helps your body use protein and carbohydrates properly.

10. Blueberries

One of the best foods for weight loss, blueberries have a high concentration of antioxidants called flavonoids.

11. Plain Yogurt with Flax Seeds

Yogurt is a great source of protein, potassium and calcium plus it contains good bacteria that helps regulate your digestive system! Eating it with flax seeds gives you a healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids!

12. Hot Chocolate

A healthy alternative to milk shakes and ice cream, milk hot chocolate is full of antioxidants and heart-healthy fats.

13. Baked Potato with Peanut Butter and Bacon (Fried)

This one is a crowd pleaser! Baked potato with peanut butter and bacon has more than 60 calories a serving. It’s also packed with good fat, protein, potassium and vitamins A and D