Snacking a lot more while working from home? Do it with these 10 healthy options

Find yourself reaching for snacks a lot more during this WFH period? It's only natural since we can no longer turn to a colleague for a chat when we need a break.

But just because there's a valid excuse doesn't mean you should give yourself free rein over your snack options-it's exactly because you're cooped up at home now that you should munch on healthy ones if you just just need to do something.

Here's a list of healthy and yummy things to pick up on your next supermarket run.

Almonds

A handful of almonds lowers not only blood sugar, but also blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Carrots

Munch on this for beautiful skin. Carrots are also known to prevent cancer and reduce signs of ageing.

Popcorn

This is not only for the cinemas! This antioxidant-rich snack has numerous benefits, including lowering cholesterol levels, preventing osteoporosis and cancer as well as improving digestion.

Cereals

Cereals are a great source of energy, and help to regulate your blood sugar levels.

Peanut butter

Not all delicious foods are unhealthy. Peanut butter can lower your risk of heart disease and diabetes!

Blueberries

From lowering blood pressure to preventing heart disease and cancer, blueberries are packed with many benefits.

Edamame

Suffering from constipation or bloating? Eat a handful of edamame beans to aid digestion. The beans are also known to prevent growth of tumours.

Yoghurt

This is rich in probiotics, good bacteria that keeps your stomach healthy.

Bananas

Bananas have been found to improve memory and your mood, so if you’re feeling moody or forgetful in the office, you know what to snack on!

Dark chocolate

Yes, chocolate is healthy! Well, dark chocolate is. Chocolates are great stress busters and are said to boost your brain power!

This article was first published in The Singapore Women's Weekly.