Convenience Stores at gas stations aren’t always known for the variety of healthy options available to customers on-the-go. MacFood Mart, however, offers a variety of easy snacks and drinks that are great for a midday snack and won’t cause you to break your New Year’s Resolution. Read on for tips on healthy gas station food!
MacFood Mart has four stores throughout the Fort Wayne, Indiana area and each may differ in food and drink options. Read on to find out some ideas on what snacks and drinks to grab when you need a little something to hold you over until dinnertime.
Second Nature California Nut Medley
This nut medley is so good–it’s nuts (sorry, we had to). Second Nature is doing all of the right things for a snack. Nuts are not only a great energy booster packed with fiber and protein; these are also gluten-free AND sodium-free. Many packaged trail mixes like this can be filled with sodium, but this one is perfect for anyone looking for a healthier snack option. Plus, NON-GMO verified! Pesticides have no place in this medley.
OH SNAP! Pickling Co. Cool Beans Pickled Green Beans
Sometimes you just want something with a good crunch, but instead of grabbing the bag of potato chips, try these. Oh Snap! Pickling Co.’s pickled green beans are the perfect easy snack. Oh Snap!’s products are particularly great because like our friends over at Second Nature, these are also non-GMO, AKA these are great for the kids too. These green beans will satisfy everyone’s savory cravings while being a guilt-free food.
Kellogg’s Special K Protein Meal Bar (Double Chocolate)
Forgot to pack a lunch or just want something small? These Special K Protein Meal Bars can be a great meal replacement if you are trying to cut back on portions and it will satisfy your sweet tooth. Plus, these filling bars are packed with 12g of protein to keep you full longer. Grab one of these in double chocolate or peanut butter flavors.
Quaker Instant Oatmeal (Apples & Cinnamon)
There’s nothing worse than a grumbling stomach as you wait for lunchtime to come. Grab instant oatmeal from Quaker! Simply fill with water and microwave and boom! Your stomach is at ease and you feel full until your next meal. We even have microwaves in our MacFood Mart for easy cooking. This heart-healthy breakfast item will be deliciously sweet and guilt-free.
Pure Leaf Real Brewed Unsweetened Black Tea
Where are my tea lovers at?! Sweet tea can be a delicious treat throughout the day, but it can be packed with sugar and artificial flavors. Pure Leaf’s Unsweetened Black Tea is the ideal beverage to give you a caffeine boost–without the unnecessary sugars. Plus, it’s zero calories so no need to stress about counting your drink calories.
On sale currently at MacFood Mart for 2 for $3.
Runa Zero Energy Drink (Blood Orange)
Not a tea drinker? You can still get a healthy energy boost! Runa Zero is a new clean energy drink, with no calories or sugar! It’s packed with 150mg of caffeine, more than your average cup of joe. Runa is made from a guayusa leaf, similar to a tea leaf, making it a natural energy drink packed with antioxidants. Grab this if you’re in need of a healthy energy drink!
String Cheeses
Do you peel it or bite right in? There’s a reason so many people reach for the cheese when they are hungry– it’s not only delicious in its many forms, but also is a great source of calcium, protein, and vitamins. We have cheeses ranging from Sargento‘s versatile Colby-Jack, and Kraft, the fan-favorite, to premium cheese like Cracker Barrel, the bold and the beautiful–and all at a great, low price. This may be cheesy, but we think these options are pretty grate.
Lorissa’s Kitchen Ginger Teriyaki Premium Chicken Cuts
Jerkies are always a favorite at the gas station, but if you are trying to pay more attention to what you’re putting in your body, opt for anything from Lorissa’s Kitchen instead. This delicious jerky not only tastes great, but it’s made from chicken raised without growth hormones and with no preservatives– a hard quality to find in jerkies. Snag one of these protein-packed snacks to curb your cravings for salty goodness.
Nature Valley Biscuits (Peanut Butter)
They say that peanut butter not only sticks to the roof of your mouth, but it also sticks to your stomach. While we’re not sure just how true that is, we are sure that these Nature Valley Peanut Butter Biscuits will keep your stomach feeling full and satisfied. The biscuits are made with whole grains, which provide you with many nutrients–shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
Bai Antioxidant Infusion Drinks
Is it pronounced bye or bay? However you pronounce it, say ‘bye-bye’ to your thirst with this antioxidant-infused drink by Bai. It has so many flavors, you could have a different flavor each day of the week. With 30 mg of caffeine (similar to a green tea), it’s a low calorie and low sugar drink. Skip the sugary fruit drinks and swap it out for a Bai beverage!
Market Sandwich Southwest Style Chicken Salad Wrap
Wraps have always been a healthier swap over traditional sandwiches, and this Southwest Chicken Salad Wrap is no different. This is a perfect option to grab on your way to work if you pressed snooze one-too-many times on your alarm clock and couldn’t pack something, but don’t want to settle for fast food. Find this refreshing wrap in our refrigerated grab-and-go section.
Belvita Breakfast Biscuits (Cinnamon Brown Sugar)
A favorite among many, these deliciously sweet biscuits from Belvita are not only ideal at breakfast time. The whole grains provide long-lasting energy to help you power through your day differently than traditional sugar-packed snacks. Satisfy your sweet tooth and fill your belly with this healthy alternative to cookies.
Fresh Fruit
You can’t go wrong with fresh fruit–and for only 99¢! We offer a variety of fresh fruit, such as apples and bananas, in our stores. Great for you and for your little ones; plus, you don’t have to worry about any guilt in these easy snack options.
Large Variety of Water
When in doubt, WATER! Drinking water is one of the best ways to keep healthy and energized throughout your day. From water with electrolytes, to artesian water, and to the classic purified water–water is always a safe bet when on-the-go. Take your pick of hydration at MacFood Mart.
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All prices and availability are subject to change and may vary store-to-store. The health value of each of these items is opinionated and is no way confirmed by a dietician or nutrition specialist. This article is not sponsored by any of the products presented.