More Fridge and Pantry Stars | Jamie Scott Fitness

Back in January, we told you about some of the shining fridge and pantry all-stars you should keep on hand in your kitchen at all times. Well, those weren?t the only dietary stars in the sky, so today, we wanted to share with you even more fridge and pantry stars to keep you fueled up without weighing you down.

Flavorful Low- or No-Calorie Beverages
When a craving for sweets?or just an urge to eat when you?re not hungry?strikes, a little liquid refreshment can help quench that unhealthy desire in a healthier way. It?s no secret that thirst can trick you into feeling hungry when what you really need is hydration, and that drinking plenty of fluids can keep you feeling full throughout the day. But, when you?re in the throes of a serious craving, sometimes water just doesn?t cut it. So, to help you stay hydrated, and beat unwanted cravings for food or sweets, keep some low- or no-calorie beverages around for those times:

• Crystal Light and other low-calorie drink mixes are great, have very few calories, and come in a wide variety of flavors.
• Flavored or regular calorie-free seltzer water is hydrating, crisp and delicious on its own, and has the added bonus of dressing up really nicely with a squeeze of lemon or lime, a splash of low-calorie fruit juice (a half-cup per 12-oz. serving of seltzer tastes great), or even mixed with your favorite low-calorie drink mix.
• Fill a few ice-cube trays with low-cal fruit juice and freeze overnight for a yummy way to flavor up seltzer or diet ginger ale?just throw three or four cubes in your glass, and you?ve got a massive flavor boost for just a few little calories.

Salsa
When you aren?t dipping high-fat and -calorie tortilla chips in it, salsa is low in calories, high in vitamin-rich vegetables and even fiber, so keep some in your kitchen at all times. Choose varieties from the refrigerated section of your grocery store for the freshest product whenever possible, but remember the jarred stuff in the dry goods section is a winner too! Use it spice up other staples like boneless, skinless chicken breast, fish filets or salads. Add to sandwiches instead of mayo, or use as a dip for veggies or whole-grain crackers alongside hummus for a satisfying snack.

Eggs
Eggs have suffered from a bit of an identity crisis in the media over the years. They?re high in cholesterol?no, they?re great sources of protein, but you should just eat the whites?you?ve heard all the detractors. But, it?s time to start ignoring them. The fact is, eggs are great choices for any healthy diet. Proteins like those found in eggs yolks stimulate the release of the hormone glucagon that aids in fat burning and actually fights off belly fat, and who doesn?t want help in that department? Their high protein content also makes them digest more slowly, which means that when you add an egg to your meal or snack, you stay fuller longer than you would eating a similar-sized portion of whole grains, fruits or veggies alone. Plus, they?re so versatile?have them poached, baked, in an omelet, frittata, quiche, or our favorite, shakshuka?you won?t get bored with eggs any time soon.

Related posts:

1. Fridge and Pantry Stars: Healthy Foods You Should Keep On Hand

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