(BPT) - Sunsweet prunes are the feel-good addition to spring break. From fueling your adventures to supporting energy levels throughout the day and helping you recover from fun, prunes are there to support your health so you can keep up with your spring break plans!
Registered dietitian, Angie Asche, MS, RD, CSSD partnered with Sunsweet to compile a list of spring break snacking essentials. As a toddler mom and wife to a professional baseball coach, Angie is an expert in travel snacks. Stock up on some of these favorites ahead of your break.
1. Your last-minute packing companion: Sunsweet Probiotic+ Prunes
One thing worse than last-minute packing? Being hungry. Cue Sunsweet Probiotic+ Prunes to satisfy your hunger and with elderberry flavor and BC30 Probiotic and prebiotic fiber they even support your digestive and immune wellness. Asche suggests pairing with almond butter for a boost of protein.
2. Your travel day brekkie: Oatmeal & Prune Muffins with Blueberries
With less added sugar than traditional muffins and protein from Greek yogurt, these muffins can help fuel your travel. Why? “Along with fiber from prunes, protein can help keep you full and satisfied as you travel,” highlights Asche.
3. Your unsung spring break hero: Hydration
Asche cautions while people commonly avoid drinking fluids on long car or plane rides, this can backfire by increasing the risk of dehydration and digestive issues. Sunsweet Amaz!n Prune Juice in convenient 7.5oz cans is perfect for your next road trip to keep you and your family feeling good on the inside. Asche also suggests bringing an empty water bottle and filling it before your flight.
4. Your activity fuel: Sierra Trail Bites
Whether hitting the beach, ballpark or trail, pack Sierra Trail Bites for a portable treat. Made with simple ingredients like dates, prunes and almonds, they provide 3 grams of plant protein and 3 grams of fiber per serving. With no refrigeration necessary, they are a favorite for Asche.
5. Your post-break, still on vacay mocktail: Sunsweet Mule Mocktail
Traveling can take its toll; this prune juice mocktail can help you recover. Each delicious serving of Sunsweet Amaz!n Prune Juice provides a natural source of 4 grams of fiber, which can help to maintain your digestive health and help you feel good.
While sipping your mocktail, take 10 minutes to prep this easy recipe. Perfect for combatting the 3 p.m. slump in the week ahead. And did you know adding prunes into your daily snack routine may even support bone health?
For more feel-good recipes and inspiration to fuel your spring break and beyond, visit www.sunsweet.com.
