Seeing as it is International Womans Day, I thought I would do a shout out to the snack boss ladies who inspire and support my journey with Snack Proud.1. Elisa from Just Jerky is one of the most kind hearted people I know. She has created the most amazing grassfed, soft eating jerky snacks. It continues to be one of our biggest movers.2. Jessica Thomas, Health Lab founder is crushing life as her amazing protein balls are selling all over the world. Not to mention she is a busy mother and runs her business with her husband. Not everyone can do that!3. Sharon Thurin, Slim Secret's founder, has been the biggest supporter and I can't thank her enough. Her female designed protein snacks are always a bit hit in the office (with the guys too). 4. Steph McDonald knows all things snacking. She keeps us inspired with her amazing creations and content that really is building a movement around mindful snacking habits. Excited to watch her brand grow.Keep killing it ladies!

Amazing snack platter 101. How to wow your friends and guests.1. Get lots of fresh produce, deli meats and cheeses.2. Add some signature elements that are homemade. Here we did dips, corn fritters, skewers etc.3. Fill in with your favourite packaged snacks. We used @thehappysnackcompany chickpeas @kitzlivingfoods salt and vinegar activated almonds and @thinkfoodmunch nut clusters. Along with crackers for topping.4. Make as much of it allergy friendly as possible. Switching to gluten free flour is no more effort and choose a few dips without dairy. Rice crackers and nuts are gluten free. Check your salamis too.5. Get cute labels to help people navigate your platter.Decorate with flowers and vines and it's all ready to be enjoyed with your favourite people.

Change in season = change in snacks.This pumpkin spice protein bars, cacao roasted nuts, chai teas instead of iced coffee.Who is with us?

Tips to nailing your low-carb airport haul, without spending an absorberant amount of money. 1. Find some vegeLet's be honest, it's a land of paninis and lame looking sandwiches so this part is the trickiest. Most of the salads are quinoa or chickpeas as they hold form better than fresh produce. Not a bad option, but luckily Boost has a yummy broccoli salad with seaweed! $12.00 combo with a water which is better than $6.00 a bottle from WH Smith 2. Find some protein.Now you could pay $9.00 for a tiny pot of salmon but can't go wrong with boiled eggs. 2 for $5.00 at WH Smith.3. Add your fats.I had my own nuts because Snack Proud ladies always have snacks on hand. This was a 40g bag and I had half. - FreeSwipe for the weird but yummy combo !

SNACK HACK! Monday doesn't have to blue. Try this green salad, nice and light but loaded with protein and key nutrients. Ingredients: Spinach, pomegranate seeds, feta, and roasted chickpeas tossed with lemon, olive oil, salt & pepper. See salads are a piece of cake (if you eat the salad you can have the cake!). Snacks are a great addition to any meal. Happy Snack Lime and Cracked Pepper Chick Peas are the perfect crunch and boost of protein and fibre. EASY!