29 Healthy Snacks No One Talks About (That Melt Belly Fat Fast)

While research on whether snacking aids weight loss is mixed, some evidence suggests that increasing your meal frequency through snacking may help manage hunger and improve blood sugar regulation (1Trusted Source).

Additionally, snacking can help you increase your intake of nutrient-rich foods like fruits and vegetables — and most people are not eating enough produce (2Trusted Source).

By planning ahead and focusing on nutrient-rich foods, snacks may support your weight management goals by managing hunger and keeping you satisfied between meals (3Trusted Source, 4Trusted Source, 5Trusted Source).

While no one snack will lead to weight loss, the following 29 healthy snacks may help you promote weight loss as part of an overall healthy eating pattern.

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1. Mixed nuts

Nuts are an ideal nutritious snack, providing the perfect balance of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.

They’re linked to numerous health benefits and are very filling. Studies suggest that eating nuts in moderation may help you lose weight. Since they’re high in calories, aim to stick to about 1 ounce or 1/4 cup (6Trusted Source, 7Trusted Source, 8Trusted Source).

2. Red bell pepper with guacamole

Although all bell peppers are nutritious, red varieties are particularly high in antioxidants. Guacamole is also a rich source of nutrients and minerals (9Trusted Source, 10Trusted Source).

Pairing 1 large red bell pepper with 1/4 cup (60 grams) of guacamole combines the best of both foods while keeping the calorie count under 200 (Trusted Source 9Trusted Source, 10Trusted Source).

3. Greek yogurt and mixed berries

Greek yogurt is high in protein, and berries are one of the best sources of antioxidants around (11Trusted Source, 12Trusted Source).

Add a mixture of differently colored berries to your yogurt to get an array of nutrients — and a mix of their sweet and tart flavors.

4. Apple slices with peanut butter

Apples are a fiber-rich fruit. Peanuts provide healthy fats, plant-based protein, and fiber — pretty much all of the filling nutrients you should look for in a snack (13Trusted Source, 14Trusted Source).

By combining apples with peanut butter, you’ll enjoy a crisp and creamy snack. Just look for one that only contains peanuts and salt and no added sugar (15Trusted Source).

5. Cottage cheese and fruit

Cottage cheese is high in filling protein, boasting 25 grams in just 1 cup (16Trusted Source).

Pairing cottage cheese with fruit complements the cheese’s protein and fat content with the fruit’s fiber, resulting in a sweet, creamy, and filling snack. Try it with tropical fruits such as pineapple, papaya, or watermelon.