Nuts.

Packed with protein, fibre and essential fats, nuts are one of THE best buys. A golf ball-sized portion (about 30g) of unsalted nuts makes a vitality-boosting snack and, unlike most other options, contributes a mix of valuable vitamins and minerals. All nuts have different nutrition credentials and will offer various health benefits.

Dried Fruit.

Dried fruits are very popular for many reasons. Eating dried fruit is associated with improved health and provides many of the essential minerals, vitamins, phytonutrients and fibre that you need every day. Dried fruit doesn't spoil quickly and is an easy snack to pack, especially for outdoor activities like hiking. It is certainly a much healthier and more nutritious snack than crisps or other processed junk foods.

Seeds.

Seeds are natural powerhouses containing high levels of essential fatty acids, the full profile of amino acids needed to form complete and digestible protein, plus vitamins A, B, C and E and the minerals calcium, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron, selenium and manganese. They are a low GI food and therefore a good source of slow-release energy, which helps to keep you feeling fuller for longer.

Whole Grains.

We should all be eating whole grain cereals daily unless you have celiac disease, gluten intolerance, or another reason to cut back. You don't want to miss out on the health benefits of eating whole grain cereals. When you do you are getting fibre, a healthy plant-based protein, vitamins, minerals, and a variety of phytochemicals that will improve your health and wellbeing.