FINALS GUIDE
MONDAY, MAY 12, 2014
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FOOD
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Study snacks under 300 calories to help ace exams
Finals can leave us binge eating Cheez-Its and drowning ourselves in Red Bull to try to stay awake. Instead of feeling tired and lazy because we've been reaching for bags of chips and bowls of ice cream, try out these quick recipes. They are all under 300 calories and will help keep you full and focused.
APPLES AND PEANUT BUTTER
A sliced apple and 2 tablespoons of peanut butter (280 calories) is a great combination of salty and sweet and the protein will provide you with a great source of energy.
PITA AND HUMMUS
5 mini pita pockets and 2 tablespoons of hummus (230 calories) will keep you full and provide you with 12 percent of your daily fiber.
CREAM CHEESE BAGEL WITH TOMATO
Starting everyday with a healthy snack has been proven to decrease weight gain and increase performance. Try this toasted bagel with cream cheese and tomato (300 calories) to get the proper energy to start a productive day.
- 1 small (3-ounce) whole-grain bagel
- 2 tablespoons low-fat cream cheese
- 2 large slices tomato
- Salt and pepper to taste
CARROTS AND RANCH
10 carrot sticks and 2 tablespoons ranch dressing (182 calories) will help boost your eyesight during exam time.
SPINACH SALAD
A spinach salad (262 calories) is loaded with nutrients and will have you feeling as strong as Popeye.
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup mushroom pieces sautéed in 1 pat of butter & 1 tbsp A-1 sauce
- 2 tbsp. Italian Dressing - 93 calories
- 1 oz Feta Cheese Crumbles - 60 calories
FRUIT
A piece of fruit can be the perfect snack to bring to the library. Choose your favorite two pieces and still stay under 300 calories.
- Orange - 65 calories
- Banana - 105 calories
- 1 cup blueberries - 80 calories
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