How to Choose Healthy Options from Vending Machines

Work hours are getting longer these days and people are spending more time in their offices than ever before. Most people are busy and do not have the time to make elaborate meals to bring to the office. They have to eat their lunch at restaurants and cafeterias during the weekdays. But most of the times, these people are so busy that they do not have the time to step out of the office and need to grab something from a vending machine in the office.

However, picking sugary drinks, a bag of chips, cookies, or candies can hardly be called lunch let alone be a filling option. You are bound to face a sugar rush followed by a crash since these vending machine snacks are high in sugar and lead to a spike in blood sugar levels followed by a crash within a short period of time. This will make you go from feeling energized to sluggish and lead to another cycle of eating since you need the energy to function well in the office.

Another side effect of unhealthy vending machine snacks is that you will have to face is nutritional deficiency since you are consuming nutritionally empty food that is high in calories. In the long run, it can lead to obesity, hypertension, heart disease, etc. Therefore, even if you are busy, you need to make the right choice when you are using a vending machine.

Here are a few tips on how to choose healthy snacks for a vending machine:

• You need to choose snacks that are not just high in sugar but also have some nutritional content. For instance, if you want to eat something sweet, do not pick a bar of chocolate or a bag of candies. Instead, choose an option such as Fig Newton’s or granola bars. They will satisfy your sweet tooth but the nutrients and fiber in them will also benefit your body. The fiber will help release the blood sugar levels slowly, giving you a steady flow of energy instead of a sugar rush.

• If you are in the mood for something savory, instead of going for potato wafers or other fried options, you can choose baked potato chips. They are relatively low in saturated fats and sodium and also relatively healthier for you. Make a habit of munching on healthy snacks during the day when you feel hungry to ensure that you nourish your body instead of loading it with junk food.

• Sugary and carbonated drinks are not good for you. They do not fill you up and also give you empty calories that slowly leads to a weight gain. Some studies have also shown that fizzy drinks tend to lower the calcium levels in the body resulting in weak bones. The higher acidity levels also make your body become more acidic and give you digestive problems. It is better to drink water when you are thirsty and drink packaged fruit juice without added sugar instead of carbonated beverages.

A pack of roasted peanuts is high in protein and good fats that can be filling snack for your afternoons. Make sure to take your time in choosing the snack at a vending machine and compare the items to find the one that is delicious but also good for your body.

About The Author

Paul Jones is an expert in the vending service business who also likes to write many interesting articles and blogs, outlining the comings and goings of this niche industry. When it comes to any assistance and consultation with regards to vending machines, he recommends Sun Vending as a name that you can trust.

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