Time To Chow Down!

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Finance, Latest | by — January 7, 2013

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5…4…3…2…1…Take off! That is what the beginning g of your day feels like until you get to unwind from a hard day of school and practice late in the evening. Going nonstop is not only exhausting but can tear down your health if you’re not eating right. You’re on a budget and need some healthy snacks to keep your fuel going to get through to two tests and cheerleading practice. No, worries check out 5 healthy snacks for under 5 dollars…

Fruit– Yes, fruits are one of the healthiest and affordable snacks to throw in your bag and go. Either buying a bag of apples or a bunch of grapes at the beginning of the week or just buying a new fruit daily in the café, they are both filling and you do not have to worry about going over your budget for it.- $0.99- $2.99

Smoothies– Ok, so fruit is a little too boring for your taste! Ok so time to blend! Just gather either 2 or 3 of your fave fruits,veggies,ice and create a smoothie. You would be surprised how full you would get off a good ole’ smoothie. $4.50-$5.00

Nuts- Walnuts, Peanuts, cashews…all you can snag under 5 dollars. Toss a bag or a can in your bag and you will make it through the day without starving but will are keep your heart ,hair and nails healthy. Also they contain tons of protein. – $0.99-$3.50

Whole Wheat Pretzels- Time to start crunching and grab for the bag of pretzels! Pretzels not only fit in you price range but whole grain pretzels add fiber to your diet. Fiber is important for a healthy digestive system, and most teens don’t get enough -$1.50-$4.00

Trail Mix-If you need a mixture grab or even make trailmix. You can just blend one cup each of two different whole grain cereals, like whole grain Cheerios and Shredded Wheat. Add one cup of mixed nuts and one-half cup of raisins or other dried fruits-$3.50- $5.00

-C.O.R.E Family

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