Now would be a great time to offer an excuse for my absence. "I'm in the process of moving." "I'm still getting into the groove of my new job." "I have to wash my hair." (All true, by the way.) It's so easy to get caught up in the busyness of life that we forget our goals. I've heard it from patients, friends, even myself. "I'll eat better when I have more time to cook." "I'll cut back after the holidays." One of my goals as a dietitian is to find quick and easy ways to eat right. This post is dedicated to one of my favorite fruity treats... the LÄRABAR!
It's hard to carry fresh fruit on the run. Larabars count for at least 1/2 a serving of fruit, and some are even a full serving! They are made with real fruits and natural spices. The apple pie flavor is one of my favorites because it tastes just like apple pie. But unlike apple pie, it offers 5 grams of fiber, no added sugar, and mostly unsaturated fats- the kind of fat you should be eating. While I would always encourage whole fruits first, these bars can be a healthy dessert alternative or tasty snack. Check them out in your supermarket's health supplement section or Larabar's website linked above.
