WEB DESK: We all have a friend in our social circle who is a truly conscious about his/her weight and constantly tries to consume a balance diet. Following a healthy diet isn't easy always but a little flexibility can help you in this regard. Moreover, being weight conscious doesn't mean to starve it deals with eating healthy and clean food items. 

If you want to shred extra pounds, don't think to go extreme diets or hardcore routine instead go for balance diet which requires smaller snacks between meals. You will stay less hungry and more active. Here are some ideal options for snack specifically for the weight conscious ones.

Hard-boiled egg

It is one of the quickest food item to prepare when a person is extremely hungry. Hard boiled egg are packed with protein. It will give enough energy to survive till dinner is made. Oh and hard boiled eggs contain only 78 calories.

Peanut butter

A sad news for people with allergies but good news for peanut lovers, it is not fattening if consumed in decent quantity. One tablespoon of peanut butter is healthy even if you eat it daily.

Hummus and pita

This mouth watering combination has lower fat and calories. It is filled with protein, fiber and yes flavor.

Raisins

Now, you don't have to suppress the urge of sweets. Raisins are tiny little sweet treats for anyone with sweet tooth. They are a healthy option as they have immense amount of vitamins and nutrients.

Small baked potato 

Potato isn't an unhealthy vegetable but the way we consume it is unhealthy. With salsa and low fat sour cream or yogurt is a healthy snack idea. Since salsa is too low in calories, go for a smaller potato and enjoy fulling yet tastiest snack.

Source: Reader's Digest