8 Best Carbs for guilt-free snacking post-pregnancy!

Ladies, carbohydrates are not the enemy!

When you find yourself craving bread, don't fear. There are carbs that will help hasten and not hinder your goal of getting back to your post-pregnancy body.

We believe trimming down shouldn't bring you down, so here are eight carbs that are sure to be your best friend in achieving your desired bod post pregnancy.

Whole-grain rye bread

Make sure the kind you grab is low in sodium and high in fiber!

Breakfast cereal

This timeless comfort food has been proven to be the choice of many who want to shed some pounds without depriving themselves.

Quinoa

This great "carb" is quickly growing in popularity.

Aside from being easy to prepare, this high protein "wonder grain" is also rich in iron and magnesium.

A fun way to enjoy quinoa is by using it in your usual salad!

Greek Yogurt

Yes, this counts as a carb!

Plain greek yogurt (with a few diet-friendly enhancements) is not only nutritious but oh-so delicious.

This creamy treat is packed with protein and natural sugars that have been known to hasten weight loss and keep 'sweet' cravings at bay.

Popcorn

This is a healthy alternative whenever you find yourself craving potato chips.

Popcorn (with no salt!) has been known to lessen unnecessary cravings for chips and other empty carbs.

Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potato has been known to regulate blood sugar and speed up metabolism.

One way to enjoy sweet potatoes is to use it to make fries (Remember: use olive oil!)

Oatmeal

Good ol' oatmeal can be enjoyed a variety of ways.

But garnishing it with fruit and grains still seems to be the most popular choice.

Happy snacking!

READ: Best energy-boosting foods for mom

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Written by

Bianchi Mendoza

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