The best grab-and-go snacks are ones that require no preparation, minimal cleanup and are easy to carry around during busy days. Some easy snacks to carry around with you in your backpack, handbag or briefcase include trail mix, nuts and seeds, pretzels, crackers, jerky, granola bars and protein bars. These are snacks that are portable and shelf-stable so you can enjoy them all day without worrying about them going bad.

Good snacks to eat at your office desk are ones that are easy to store, are not messy, are easy to clean up and have protein and fibre to keep your energy steady during the day. Some snacks that are easy to store in your desk include lightly salted nuts, single-serve bags of popcorn, rice cakes and jerky. These are the types of snacks that you can enjoy without feeling sluggish while working or in meetings.

There are different ways to make popcorn based on the type of popcorn you have. To make popcorn in a microwave, place your unwrapped bag of popcorn inside and set the time based on the instruction on the bag. To make popcorn on a stove, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and 3 test kernels in a large, heavy-bottomed cooking pot over medium heat until they pop. Then, add 1/2 cup of kernels and cook them with the lid slightly ajar until the popping slows down. Add salt, butter or other toppings you want and enjoy.

The best nuts to snack on during the day are almonds and pistachios because both offer high amounts of protein and fibre with fewer calories than other options. Other nuts to consider include walnuts, Brazil nuts and cashews. Choose raw nuts or ones that are dry roasted without added oils, salt or sugar for a healthier snack. If you have nuts at work, make sure you’re aware of any potential allergy risks in your workplace before eating.