Trying to stay healthy when your work life is gruelling and hectic can be hard. You may be tempted to grab a bag of chips or a chocolate bar just so you can have something to eat when you are craving a snack. However, with a little preparation and time, you can have healthy snacks on standby for when you need something to munch on at work. This way, you can fuel your body with foods that can help you stay energised and keep you productive. While nuts and dried fruits are great snack options, there are a few other items you can try if you are looking for alternatives. Here are a few healthy snacks for work that are easy to make.

If you love avocados, you'll love guacamole. All you have to do is combine a couple of avocados with sliced onions, cilantro and the juice of a lime. You can eat it with capsicum slices or any other vegetable of your choice.This delicious treat not only tastes great, but it will keep you feeling full for longer. Another bonus point is that because avocados are high in monounsaturated fats it helps to improve heart health and manage cholesterol levels.

Chickpeas are widely available and high nutritious. This food item is a rich source of fibre, vitamins, protein and minerals. It also contains a lot of the amino acids your body requires. Consuming it regularly can help you lose weight and keep you feeling full for longer. Making roasted chickpeas is easy and quick. Mix dry chickpeas in olive oil and salt and bake it for 40 minutes at 350℉ (180℃). You can also add a bit of seasoning if you like.

A fun project for the weekend is homemade granola. You can make enough to last you for the entire week. Granola bars will give you exactly what you want in a healthy snack -complex carbs, fibre, and healthy fats. Making them is better as store-bought products tend to be high in sugar and unhealthy vegetable oil, which could cause inflammation. To make your own granola, mix oats, dried cranberries, cashews, and sunflower seeds. Next, add honey and coconut oil to the mix. Bake the mixture for 40 minutes. Oats also help to improve heart health and lower cholesterol levels.

Good old Greek yoghurt (unsweetened of course) is probably the easiest snack option you can try. It is packed with protein and calcium. Best of all it is not very high in calories. Consuming it regularly also helps to make your bones and teeth strong. You can have it on its own or add fruits and nuts to it if you are looking for a bit more flavour.