You are committed to a healthy and fit life style.  At meal times and on weekends, you usually pick high protein foods and low carb snacks.  In the middle of the work day, and especially during that 3 p.m. slump, you find it harder to eat clean.  You have the same dilemma as many others: when hunger strikes between meals, you need healthy afternoon snacks at the office. A great idea is to keep away from the vending machine by bringing your own healthy low carb snacks to keep at work.  Low carb snacks like energizing protein bars and savory veggie chips are just what we are aiming for.
1) Shrewd Food Brickoven Pizza Protein Crisps
High protein, low carb, no artificial ingredients, soy free and peanut free. Lots of deliciousness though.
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2) Sea Salt Dry Roasted Edamame by Seapoint Farms

Healthy, gluten-Free and crunchy with flavor, these dry roasted edamame are perfect low carb snacks for work. Here's more info about this amazing healthy snack:

HIGH-PROTEIN AND VEGAN: Perfect for any plant-based diet. They are dried to preserve natural nutrients, providing vegans and vegetarians the protein they need to keep strong and healthy.

NON-GMO & ALL NATURAL: certified non-GMO with just 2 ingredients, soybeans and sea salt.

KICKSTART HEALTHY EATING: Heart healthy, low calorie, and no trans fat or cholesterol. Each serving offers protein and iron to keep you energized all day.

GREAT ON-THE-GO SNACK: This salted edamame travels great! Train, bus, plane, everywhere.

3) Sahale Snacks Grab & Go Classic Fruit + Nut Trail Mix

ON-THE-GO SNACKING?

Yes please! Each 1.5-ounce packet packs a delicious mix of dry-roasted nuts and dried fruits that gives you energy all day long.

SWEET AND CRUNCHY
A delicious, nourishing combo of almonds, cashews, pistachios and sweetened apples and cranberries.

LOW CALORIE, HIGH FLAVOR
190 calories per bag. Plus, non-GMO, kosher, gluten-free, and ZERO artificial preservatives or flavors.


4) Quest Nutrition Protein Brownies
These Quest Nutrition Chocolate Brownie Protein Bars have ample protein, are Low in Carbs, have zero gluten and Soy Free, and are Keto-friendly.
They are great by themselves; AND, they can be baked into a delicious meal, dessert or breakfast treat.
NOTE: Packaging May vary.
20g Protein, 5g Net Carbs, 1g Sugars, 16g Dietary Fiber, 180 Calories, 6g Fat
Sweetened with Erythritol, Sucralose and Stevia. NO ADDED SUGAR!
Contains Cocoa, Almonds and Natural Flavors. COMPLETELY NATURAL!
5) Luna Gluten Free Protein Bars in Berry Greek Yogurt Flavor



- Your favorite treat in a protein-filled snack bar!
- Yummy blueberries and almonds, plus the tangy zing of Greek yogurt.
- They are deliciously satisfying and has under 200 gluten-free calories.
- Perfect grab-and-go snacks that stores easily in your desk at work.
- Its Low Glycemic property digests slowly for prolonged levels of energy.
12g protein, 3g fiber, and a great source of vitamin D.

6) Keto Cheesecake Fat Bombs
Keto fat bombs are full of concentrated healthy fat. They contain as much as 90% fat to keep your body in a ketosis state that burns up your body's unhealthy fat. The Cheesecake Fat Bombs that we recommend today are made with vanilla-flavored cheesecake on the bottom and chocolate on top. This recipe is designed to make your mouth water A-N-D lets you burn fat naturally to lose weight.

7) Full- Fat Cheese & Olives
Cheese and olives make a delicious pair! They also go a long way in helping your body stay in ketosis to burn fat. They are pretty much the perfect snacks for professionals who sit at their desks all day long.

8) Snapea Crisps
These are amazing! They are crunchy, light and salted just right. You can eat a full bag and not feel stuffed. Perfect healthy snack choice during the work day. Find them at SNAPEA CRISPS.

9) Dark Chocolate Hummus
If you have never had chocolate hummus dip, you are in for a treat. A healthy one too. It's light, protein-rich and low-carb. the best part, though, is that it is flavored by CHOCOLATE. We recommend DARK CHOCOLATE HUMMUS by popular food blog, A Couple of Cooks.
10) Healthy Snack Bars with Chocolate, Dates and Nuts

Like snack bars? These delicious homemade bars are great for breakfast AND snacking. Find recipe at HEALTHY SNACK BARS WITH CHOCOLATE, DATES AND NUTS.


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11) Italian Sub Rollups

For a quick, no mess, protein packed snack, you will enjoy this Italian Sub Rollup Recipe

To create this roll-up at home, lay out your choice of deli meats such as Genoa Salami and Pepperoni. Top with Provolone cheese and spread on your favorite avocado oil mayo. Add shredded lettuce, roasted red peppers, and other vegetables. Roll up the deli meat with all the goodies inside and hold it closed with a toothpick.

12) Keto Protein Coffee

Drinking coffee in the afternoon might just be the pickup you need. This Keto Protein Coffee will give you a boost with flavor and the extra protein that you need. You can whip up this coffee in just five minutes. Protein powder, coconut oil, cacao powder and heavy whipping cream added to your coffee will prepare you for the rest of your afternoon.

13) Salami and Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

Salami and Cream Cheese Roll-Ups are a great protein and high fat snack. Roll up some banana peppers, red peppers or jalapenos with the cream cheese and you have created for yourself a super flavorful keto friendly snack.

14) Low Carb Multi Grain Bread

Sometimes you just need a piece of bread. A toasted piece of low carb multi grain bread topped with creamy butter may help you fill this craving. Multigrain bread is a good snack option as long as you eat it occasionally.

15) Krave Beef Jerky Variety Pack by Country Archer
Sriracha, Crushed Red Pepper, Sweet Jalapeno | 100% Grass-Fed, Gluten Free

100% GRASS-FED BEEF.

Handcrafted with clean foods and organic ingredients

REAL INGREDIENTS: gluten-free, no nitrates, no MSG, no hormones or antibiotics

HIGH IN PROTEIN: 10-11g Protein per 1oz serving, 30-32g Protein per 3oz bag

FOOD FOR DOERS, MADE BY DOERS: A great addition either Paleo or Keto lifestyle.

16) Quest Nutrition Bar (Chocolate Favorites Variety (Cookies & Cream and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough). )
Excellent protein-rich meal replacement bar.
Not only are they filling and protein-rich, they are also DELICIOUS!

17) Pop Chips
Pop Chips Bbq Potato Chip
These are delicious, light and crunchy. They have just a tad of BBQ flavor and are completely mess free. Great for snacking at your desk in the office. Find them at BBQ POP CHIPS.


18) Chocolate Covered Almonds
These sweet, crunchy treats are great. They are healthy with heart-kind almonds, and are covered by creamy, rich chocolate. Plus, they are pop-and-go, which are great for office snacking. Find them at CHOCOLATE COVERED ALMONDS.
18) Cliff Energy Bars
(Oatmeal Raisin) We LOVE Cliff Bars. They are chewy, tasty and full of energy. We usually eat them for breakfast, and definitely recommend these for that 3 p.m. snack. Find then at CLIFF BAR ENERGY BARS.
19) Matcha Green Tea
Jade Leaf Matcha Green Tea Powder
Even though this Matcha Green Tea powder doesn't make a snack by itself, it does make some great things. If you are not a coffee drinker, a cup of warm matcha tea can also be a lovely pick-up in both mornings and afternoons. Find product at MATCHA GREEN TEA.

USDA Organic, Authentic and Japanese Origin

Classic Culinary Grade. Perfect for Smoothies, Lattes and Baking.

19) Brothers-ALL-Natural Fruit Crisps (Strawberry Flavor)

100% Freeze Dried Strawberries

Verified Non-GMO/Vegan/Kosher/Gluten Free/Peanut and Tree Nut Free

100% Fruit, no additives, preservatives, or dyes

20) Greek Yogurt Craisins
These are amazing! They are sweet and creamy, with a hint of sour-y cranberry taste. We can eat these all day. Find them at GREEK YOGURT CRAISINS
21) Dang Keto Bars
(KETO CERTIFIED, Low Carb, Plant Based, Gluten Free, Real Food Snack Bar, 2-3g Sugar, 4-5g Net Carbs, No Sugar Alcohols or Artificial Sweeteners)
These bars are great. They are faintly sweet, with just the right crunch. They are also pack-able and easy to store at our desks. We really like them, and would definitely recommend them. Find these at DANG KETO BARS.

22) Nonfat Greek Yogurt with Nutella and Berries
We sometimes eat this for breakfast. It's great for snacking too. It's made with protein-rich Greek Yogurt, topped with nutella and fruits. It's creamy and chocolate-y, and filled with fresh fruits. The combination is amazing. We highly recommend it. Find recipe at Nonfat Greek Yogurt with Nutella and Berries.


23) Popcorn Balls These popcorn balls are amazing. They are super easy to make too, and keep for a while. Find recipe at DELICIOUS POPCORN BALLS RECIPE.

24) Boom Chicka Pop
Sweet & Salty Kettle Corn
These are so good! They are kettle-corn popped popcorn infused with mouthwatering flavors. We love snacking on these. Not only are they a party favorite, they are excellent for desk side snacking. Find these awesome bags at Angie’s BOOMCHICKAPOP.
25) Planters Variety Pack
Last and certainly not least, these Planters nut packs are great for snacking at the office. They are easy to carry, nutritious and totally delicious. These keep us energized all day. Enjoy them at PLANTERS NUT PACKS.

Written by Jess. J.  For more information, please visit STRONG FEMALE LEADERS.

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INTRODUCING OUR NEWEST SERIES: THE INSPIRING FEMALE LEADER NEXT DOOR

In this series, we search for and reach out to the top women entrepreneurs and inspiring women leaders in their communities, for a heart to heart interview regarding their journeys to success. We feel that real stories from real women serve just as bright a guiding light as the more worldly women leaders we often feature.

Today, we have Gegi from Gegi Color Collection, who combined her passion for croching, creating and entreprenuership into one amazing Etsy Store that sells the coolest sneakers.

We were honored to speak with her, and loved her story and inspiration. Please enjoy our interview with Gegi below, and please visit her store at Gegi Color Collection on Etsy (IG: GegiColor.Collection).

1) Please tell us a bit about your own background, including education, family, religion and community.

I have an education in the beauty industry as well as Medical Administration. I mostly crochet with my mom and my brother sometimes when we hangout...i have no religion and the community that ive been in has been a city of creative arts especially the schools in Savannah Ga...there's a lot of hidden talents and challengers of the creative arts

2) Please tell us a little about your store. (What does it sell? Who are your customers? What makes your store unique?)

My store reflects my life path of creativity...taking one idea and expanding it. Crocheting is my way of creativity and expression of it in my store. I specialize in crochet sneakers and enjoy making winter clothing.

3) When did you start your store?

My store on Etsy started, literally, at the end of [last] year. I had a rush of ideas that just rained on me and i had to bring them to life.

4) What motivated you to start your own business?

What motivated me to push my crochet art was when I researched and started joining other groups of people that crochet. I found young people my age creating things I didn't even think you could create with yarn and a hook. So, I challenged myself with the basics of what I knew, staying up all night and collaborating ideas together to create a masterpiece.

5) What is the vision for your business?

My vision is to show the world how far crocheting can go. People see other people crochet and are quick to respond [with] "oh my grandmother crochet." In my mind, I respond, "I bet granny ain't creating nothing like this!"

I've always been obsessed with Project Runway, and how they create things outside of fabric. That's my main vision and goal for my crochet: crocheting with different materials."

6) What challenges do you face on starting your own business?

The challenges I face with creating my own business is being counterproductive. I tend to wear myself thin when it comes to getting as much done within a specific time.

I'm so easily inspired that I might be creating one thing go to my crochet group and see something else to make and be stuck creating two or more projects, and challenging myself to see how much I can get done within an impossible time. I've learned. (lol.) I draw a mix crowd of customers. It's pretty generalized.

7) Do you have any advice for young women who also want to start their own business?

The advice I can tell the youth is to drown yourself with people who do what you do. Don't just follow them, interact with them. The possibilities come from those who create opportunities for themselves.

Get a mentor in what you do. Everybody needs a coach.

Build a strong team, because you can only do so much on your own, especially if you are looking at succeeding far and wide. Don't let the sky be your limit. Let the universal wall be your destination.

8) Growing up, who was your biggest female role model, and why?

Growing up, my female role model has been Lauryn Hill. Her outlook on the world has been a big influence on my spiritual and mental being of self and the lessons thereof.

9) Lastly, do you have a motto you live by?

The motto that I live by is "after life ain't living, so make everything count while you are living."

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