The Convenience Store Diet

"I'll take 2 of those withered hot-dog things, a Coke, some Fritos, a couple bags of Combos, a Laffy Taffy, and some clogged arteries to go." Yum/Ugh. We have all been forced into the convenience store meal at some point in our lives. (Some of us maybe chose to eat there on occasion - you know who you are.)
Regardless, the options for healthy eating are pretty slim. However, its not impossible to grab something nutritious from your corner store.

Here's how:

You need to be conscious of 2 things: portion sizes and nutrients provided. If you find something that is portion controlled and is providing you with some sort of nutrient, you're not doing too bad!

Safe bets:

1st: Head to the Fridge for your calcium

• Low-fat Milk Chugs (there's chocolate too!)
• String cheese
• Yogurt

2nd: Head back for the fillers:

• Fresh Fruit is provided at majority of gas stations now
• Select single bags of peanuts for a quick protein boost
• Whole grain crackers (instead of greasy chips)
• If buying a deli sandwich, pick one that is stacked with veggies and skip the mayo
• Try whole grain peanut butter crackers
• Single serving whole grain cereal containers
• Beef Jerky (although high is sodium, it is a protein packed snack)
• Dried fruit

• Nugget pretzels (take longer to eat than other kinds:)

3rd: If wanting something warm:

• Look at the frozen section for lean pockets (a regular at most stores) and pop one in their customer microwave
• Try the Cambell's Soup at Hand (Portion controlled and easy to eat in the car)

4th: For the sweet tooth:

• Animal crackers
• Teddy grahams

There are no excuses for lack of healthy options. You can make good choices ANYWHERE!!!!!