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11) Low-Fat Blueberry Muffin ( 1.6 ounces ) -
Watch out for the high fat content on some brands ! Lots of complex carbs, and blueberry add flavor.
Carbs
: 22 g
Protein
: 3 g
Fat
: 5 g
Niacin
: 6 %
12) Steel Bar ( 3 ounces )
- The best tasting energy bar on the market is loaded with carbs and is
high in protein; makes a great post-workout snack too.
Carbs
: 159 g
Protein
: 16 g
Fat
: 4 g
Provides a full day's
supply of 11 vitamins and four minerals and is low in sodium.
13) Nutri Grain Cereal
( 1.5 ounces ) - Cold cereal is an excellent source of complex carbs,
but watch out for sugar-sweetened brands; add fruit and nonfat milk for
simple carbs and protein.
Carbs
: 36 g
Protein
: 3 g
Fat
: 1 g
Vitamin and mineral
content varies by brand; many are fortified.
14) Low Fat Frozen Yogurt ( 4 ounces )
- Skip the ice cream on hot summer days for this flavorful and healthy
treat.
Carbs
: 17 g
Protein
: 4 g
Fat
: 2 g
Calcium
: 12 %
15) Lentils ( 4 ounces ) - Quickly
cook up a cup of this legume, which is among the best complex
carbohydrate sources because it raises blood glucose levels very evenly.
Also high in fiber.
Carbs
: 20 g
Protein
: 9 g
Fat
: <1 g
Fiber
: 20 %
Potassium : 12 %
Vitamin B6 : 10 %
Folate
: 45 %
Iron
: 18 %
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