Here’s a really easy way to make a travel snack that you can literally take anywhere. Better yet, it doesn’t need refrigeration, so you don’t have to worry about keeping it stored in a cooler or a lunch bag with a frozen ice pack like you would with yogurt or cottage cheese snacks.

Instead, you can simply place this delicious mix in a sandwich bag, seal it, roll it up, and toss it in your jacket pocket if needed. Since you can dish out an adequate amount of almonds and raisins, you won’t have to worry about how many calories you’re eating. About 150 calories is all you’ll get when you pack a small handful of almonds and raisins.

To save money, you can buy almonds in bulk (raw without salt) along with a large box of raisins. Then, when you’re ready to create your little grab-and-go snack bags, just grab small handfuls of each and you’re good to go.

If you’re not a fan of raisins but still want to enjoy the health benefits of almonds, you can mix almonds with diced low-fat mozzarella cheese which will offer about the same number of calories as raisins. Give them both a try to see what you think.

Exploring the health benefits of almonds

Research has shown that elements found in these nuts may help lower cholesterol, regulate circulation, and even help strengthen the arterial lining within the heart. Having a healthy cardiovascular system starts with a healthy heart, thus one of the best benefits you get from the vitamin E and flavonoids in the skin of these nuts.

In fact, many health benefits of almonds are related to the brain, nervous system, and blood circulation through the skull. Studies have shown that people stabilize their mood and even get better brain function when they consume this treat on a regular basis. In recent research, Alzheimer’s disease was prevented due in large part to the riboflavin and L-carnitine found in nutrients in almonds.

For those looking to lose weight and stabilize metabolic rate, look no further than this option. Like many weight loss supplements, almonds can help suppress appetite and keep energy levels high through oxygenation of fat cells. That means you’ll burn more fat, even if you don’t exercise vigorously.

If you’re not already enjoying them, take the time to include them in your overall diet. They can be eaten on their own, mixed with raisins or even with a strip of mozzarella cheese.

Each of these snacks is only about 150 calories, so when followed up with a bottle of water, you have a great nutritious snack along with all the health benefits of almonds listed above. Add some exercise, this option could help you maintain a good and long life, free from many diseases of the cardiovascular system.