Question:
is eating cheese it cracker for a snack a good idea?

   — lanigm (posted on October 19, 2009)

October 19, 2009
i think as a general rule most snacks should be something that has more protein than carbs-- i would say chips and crackers are out-- they pretty much turn into dust and go right through your pouch. a better snack would be some actual CHEESE (i prefer low fat but that is me), some rolled up deli meat (lean ham, turkey, or chicken), some grilled chicken breast or even some beef jerky or some almonds. also be mindful-- do not take the whole bag-- measure out a serving and then only eat that. you should be satisfied at that point until your next mealtime.
   — greenpunchbuggie

October 19, 2009
Thank you Jen. This sure is helpful. so Cheese it and corn tortilla is no longer on my snack list. as for almond yes i can handle that. and yes a serving. Thanks again.
   — lanigm

October 19, 2009
Just read labels carefully. Low sugar, low carb; low fat but high in protein and fiber is good......remember that the sugar,carbs and fat are what got us here in the first place.....you need 40-60 grams of good protien a day to keep you healthy. Not to mention the B-12, multivit and calcium daily.Hope this helps......good luck.
   — karensaporito

October 20, 2009
Cheese is fine but can block you up. Crackers are a no.
   — trible

October 20, 2009
So far you've gotten GREAT advice. If, however, once in a blue moon, you have an overwhelming urge for a cracker, or it is served as a choice at a party, choose a whole grain cracker and limit yourself to no more than 6. For Wheat Thins, that would be about 70 calories, 2.5 grams of fat, 1 gram of fiber, and 1 gram of protein. You can see that there is not much nutrition, so even if cheese and meat is offered, just skip the crackers. If you're craving something crunchy and sweet or crunchy and salty, look at BariatricChoice.com. They have a product called "WonderSlim Snack Bites" that are similar to potato chips in taste and texture, but have 12 grams of protein. Their Pretzels, Protein Chips (like potato chips and in different flavors)and cheddar cheese Kruncheeze have 10 grams of protein. SmartForme.com has some similar snack items, including one that has small, round, chocolate flavored balls that are crunchy. If I remember right, they have either 9 or 15 grams of protein. These snacks all come in individually wrapped, one serving size packages. It's not something you'd want to do on a regular basis, but for those occasional times, when you might eat something like chips that are totally lacking any nutritional value, you might as well have a snack that tastes similar, but has protein in it. For the average day, stick with a meat and hard cheese or a measured out amount of nuts for a snack. They satisfy you sooner, and keep you full longer. I hope that helps. God Bless.
   — KimM

October 28, 2009
my rd says to eat wheat thin fiber selects 4 or 5 1 hour before working out. that might be a good idea for you. she also suggests that if you eat a craker make sure that its whole wheat and that the fiber is higher than the sugars. there are lots out the with no or very low sugar. good luck.
   — stephturpin