Well, I bet you thought this post was going to be about chips and guac.
Trust me, that’s my favorite unhealthy snack. Nothing tastes better after a long week or a long night of drinking ;].
But, I can’t eat like that all the time, especially when I’m traveling. And, recently, I’ve been doing a lot more traveling, which means a lot more time away from my own kitchen and routine.
So whether it’s a week-long stay at the beach with my family, a weekend in Nashville for a Bachelorette, or a work stint on a college campus, by the end of the trip I’m usually craving whole foods that really help fuel my body as opposed to just providing empty calories.
Enter: Nourish Snacks.
These super delicious snacks with great names—I love a good pun y’all—might be familiar to you because they’ve been popping up all over. Starbucks—check. DCA Terminal A—check. Your coworker’s desk—check.
And they’ve been popping up for good reason. Most are under 200 calories and are heavy on fiber and protein, meaning they’re a great snack to keep you satiated between meals. Unlike snacks that are heavy on carbs, which spike your blood sugar temporarily, these have the nutrients to keep you fuller longer, meaning you won’t be hangry when traveling. (Or at your desk during the 3 pm slump!)
Now that sounds like a snack we can all get behind—especially because being hangry is the worst.
So now, whenever I am packing for a trip, I make sure I have lots of my favorite Nourish Snacks on-hand for my carry-on or purse. My favorites are Berry’d Treasure, Mr. Popular, and Coco’nilla Crunch. But a great way to get a feel for what you like would be to try the Sampler Collection and go from there.
Another key thing I do when I’m traveling, in addition to healthy snacking, is making sure I drink a lot of water. At my desk during a normal day, this is easy because I keep a 32-ounce tumbler around and fill it up several times a day. But when you’re on the move, it’s easier to reach for coffee and sodas, and harder to remember to get your H2O.
My trick is to buy a huge water bottle the first chance I get, and fill it up every time I pass by a water fountain. That way, I’m never without water, and if it’s around, I’ll drink it. Plus, thirst can easily be confused for hunger, so staying hydrated will also help you check yourself before you wreck yourself.
Oh, and one last travel tip I learned the hard way: always say no to the last drink. You don’t need it and you’ll save yourself $12 and the need for Advil next morning. Nourish your body instead!
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Nourish Snacks Sampler Collection c/o
J Crew Panama Hat
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J Crew Sweatshirt with Side Slits
Clip Corner Headboard
Bombay Pillows
PB Essential Duvet Cover and Sham
Nourish coming in with the save! They really are the best travel companion. Also, pillows lookin’ good!! xox
Thanks M! xx
All of these are lovely. A visit to your blog is never a disappointment. The snacks are yum plus everything else looks perfect. x
Louise
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Thanks so much Louise! Your comment really made my day. xx
They look good! 🙂
Thanks lady! You should try some for yourself :]
I am so loving these photos and the items on your bed girl. The snacks look delicious as well. But let me just say this, I am so loving those pillows on your bed girl. And how did you know I was looking for a headboard? I have to check out Target. Love this post.
K / KTS
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So glad this was helpful Kia! I thought it was a fun way to show off a bit of personality as well as my favorite snacks. Those pillows are worth every penny.
YUM! I’ve been on the road a lot as well and so I’m always looking for healthy on the go eats. 🙂 I will definitely be checking these! I usually hoard Quest bars, but sometimes I just want something different. xo
Kelsey | http://www.abalancingpeach.com
Yay! Definitely give them a try and report back. I love how many different flavors they have, so you don’t have to eat the same ones over and over again.
I’ve never heard of these but I’m always up for some new snack ideas. Thanks for sharing… I’ll definitely have to check these out! The Coco’nilla Crunch sounds yummy!
Yeah! Give them a whirl and let me know what you think.
Those do look pretty tasty. Plus, they are in nice sized pouches!
xoxo, Christina (Copy Her Style)
Yes! The perfect size, and the packages are really sturdy so they won’t be ripped if you throw them into a bag.
hmm… ive never heard of these, but sounds like im going to have to give them a try! PS love the clutch!
Thanks so much K!
I want to try these snacks…they sound perfect for traveling! Thanks for sharing! Also love your pillows! 🙂
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Thanks so much Valerie! xx
I’ll have to try out some Nourish snacks- they sound so good! Love this post!
Xx Taylor
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Thanks Taylor! Let me know what you think.
I haven’t heard of this before! Are they available in Canada? Sounds great!
Let me find out for you!
Ha ha! Love that…hangry! Yep, that’s me every day around 5 pm when I’m making dinner for my kids and I’m ready to chew my arm off lol! These sound perfect! I also always keep snacks stashed in my tote for meltdowns on the go (mine or the kids)! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Taffeta & Tulips
Yes! Around 5 pm when I making dinner, I am eating half of it as I make it! xx
Sounds like a great travel snack, even for local travel. Thanks for the information.
Thanks lady! xx