Grab a Handful of Almonds and Tackle Hunger Like a Pro!
There’s nothing like the rush of a fourth quarter stand with 30 seconds left on the clock to ignite the excitement of football fans... as well as their stomachs. Every armchair quarterback or BBQ pitmaster would agree that the perfect snack is the key to the ultimate football party, and makes victory that much sweeter. But in a world filled to the brim with snack options, how do you choose?
Welcome onto the field the MVP of snacking: almonds!
For some great snacking ideas for your next football get-together, or even some tasty options for home life, be sure to check out some of the almond tips below.
1. Even if you're an armchair quarterback, you can make sure you fuel yourself like the pros do. Keep a bowl of almonds nearby to power yourself through game day. This satisfying snack tastes great while packing in 6 grams of protein and 3.5 grams of fiber.
2. Always pack for a snack attack. Whether you are stuck at the airport or in meetings, keep a resealable bag of almonds and dried cherries on hand for a quick protein (6g)—and fiber (3.5g)—filled, delicious snack.
3. Before you watch the game, whip up a batch of almond snacks that covers the bases. Imagine something sweet and something savory, like our End Zone Almonds. In one bowl, a fiery party mix that heats up the game with spicy pepper sauce and crunchy almonds; in another bowl, popcorn and almonds kissed with honey and cocoa powder to cool the competition. You’ll be prepared to combat any craving straight through to the post-game wrap-up.
4. Make your own power energy bars. Blend together whole natural almonds, almond butter, dates dried cranberries, flaxseed, and honey. Keep them handy for an energy boost after a workout or anytime you need a pick-me-up.
5. For a quick and easy pre-workout protein punch, spread almond butter and pure honey onto a whole wheat sandwich thin.
6. Enjoy the smell of almonds in the morning. Jump-start your metabolism in the morning by adding a handful of almonds to your oatmeal which provides you with 6 grams of protein and 3.5 grams of fiber.
7. You like football, but you’re no slouch! Keep hunger in check while showing off your kitchen skills by serving these sophisticated yet simple fish sticks to your fellow football fans. With a crunchy almond coating and tasty dipping sauce, this grown-up version of the childhood favorite will satisfy through overtime.
Good news about almonds and heart health Scientific evidence suggests, but does not prove, that eating 1.5 ounces per day of most nuts, such as almonds, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease. One serving of almonds (28g) has 13g of unsaturated fat and only 1g of saturated fat
