Healthy Snacks
Healthy snacks to stock your pantry with
Healthylife offers a variety of healthy snacks to suit all dietary needs, including keto, paleo, gluten-free and plant-based options. Our selection features sweet and savoury snacks like lentil bites, bean chips, carob bars, collagen bars, natural gummies, protein balls and bliss balls, perfect for on-the-go snacking or as a small treat in kids’ lunch boxes.
Explore our range to enjoy delicious, healthier snacking options designed to support your lifestyle and preferences, whether at home, work or on the move. Shop now and make snack time nutritious and enjoyable.
What are healthy snacks?
Healthy snacks are smaller portions consumed outside traditional meals, designed to provide an energy and nutrient boost. These snacks should ideally include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and dairy products, which help maintain balanced blood sugar levels and provide a steady energy supply.
Healthy snacks that align with the dietary guidelines may help improve overall diet quality by filling nutrient gaps.
Packaged snacks may be considered a healthy option when they contain fibre and protein, are fortified with vitamins and minerals and are low in salt, sugar and artificial ingredients.
What are the different types of healthy snacks?
Healthy snacks come in various forms. Fresh fruits and vegetables, like apples, carrots, and berries, are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Nuts and seeds, such as almonds and sunflower seeds, provide healthy fats and protein. Wholegrain options, like popcorn and whole-wheat crackers, offer fibre and complex carbohydrates for sustained energy.
Dairy products, like Greek yoghurt or low-fat cheese, deliver calcium and protein. Protein-packed snacks, such as hard-boiled eggs or hummus, help with muscle repair and satiety. These snack options help maintain balanced nutrition and energy levels throughout the day, supporting overall health.
Are healthy snacks low in calories?
Healthy snacks aren’t always low in calories. Foods like nuts and seeds, while higher in calories due to their fat content, provide beneficial nutrients and can be healthy when consumed in moderation.
Some healthy snacks, such as fruits, raw vegetables, and air-popped popcorn, are low in calories. It’s important to prioritise snacks that offer protein and fibre for satiety and sustained energy. Overall, choosing snacks with a good nutritional profile supports a balanced, healthy diet.
Are nuts considered to be a healthy snack?
Yes, nuts are considered a healthy snack. They are rich in nutrients like healthy fats, protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals, making them a nutrient-dense food. Nuts contain mostly unsaturated fats, which support heart health. Additionally, nuts contain antioxidants. Although nuts are relatively high in calories, they are also filling. Snacking on a handful of nuts as part of a balanced diet may support overall health.
Browse Healthylife’s range of healthy snack foods today and keep your energy levels up while keeping hunger at bay.
Some snacks are considered sometimes foods and should be consumed occasionally and in small amounts as per the Australian Dietary Guidelines.