Training & Nutrition - Cheap healthy snacks I can get in bulk?

I am a little embarrassed that what i save in gas $ by commuting, I am spending in my office kiosk on yogurt ice creams, peanuts, granola bars etc. Can I get such things in bulk? I checked walmart and it still ends up costing around 40 cents a packet, whereas my kiosk charges 50 cents for peanuts.

Might try Sams, although you need a membership to shop there....

If your workplace has an eating area with refrigerator, sink, microwave, then you're in luck. Make it like your home. Bring fruits, green leafy vegetables, juice, and make yourself a 30 ounce smoothie. You need a blender from Target or Wal-Mart.

You can get big bags of granola- not the boxes of granola cereal, but just bags of granola. I'd start wth looking at Walmart and Costco for those giant bags.

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costco, you need a membership but it pays for itself with just a couple purchases. you can also contact the makers of those peanuts or something, i know here allot of places use todd's treats, they make lots of snack food and such that u can buy in bulk for much cheaper than stores sell for etc. i say try to buy straight from the maker.

Fruit. Its a lot cheaper and a lot better for you than all that processed granola bars and stuff.

I am a little embarrassed that what i save in gas $ by commuting, I am spending in my office kiosk on yogurt ice creams, peanuts, granola bars etc. Can I get such things in bulk? I checked walmart and it still ends up costing around 40 cents a packet, whereas my kiosk charges 50 cents for peanuts.

ounce for ounce, anything will be cheaper than a kiosk. And watch out for the salt!

Also check Amazon grocery, they have some bulk items, and you get discounts for having 'subscriptions'.

my favorite are sunflower seeds - they're cheap, and force me to eat very slowly. like deburn said though, you have to watch your salt intake.

Thanks for the tip on Amazon grocery, I had not heard of it. Looks like the bulk prices are not that much savings, i.e see this which I can get 2 for a 1$ at my kiosk they sell for 40 cents each.

http://www.amazon.com/Planters-Sunflower-Kernals-1-75-Ounce-Tubes/dp/B00110JI9M/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&s=grocery&qid=1213883950&sr=1-11

You can make your own granola very cheaply.

http://www.google.lv/search?hl=en&q=granola+recipe&btnG=Google+Search&meta=

in general riding a bike can cost more money in the end. first, the body needs more food for fuel. second, you may become stronger and healthier from leading an active lifestyle thus extending your lifespan thus requiring more cash to live. just saying. later.

I am a little embarrassed that what i save in gas $ by commuting, I am spending in my office kiosk on yogurt ice creams, peanuts, granola bars etc. Can I get such things in bulk? I checked walmart and it still ends up costing around 40 cents a packet, whereas my kiosk charges 50 cents for peanuts.

You didn't mention where you are located; maybe there is a Whole Foods, or Trader Joes, or Hannaford Supermarket, or similar near you. Between Whole Foods and Hannafords I have a great selection of bulk granolas and nuts. Comparison shop because each is cheaper/pricier in their own way (for example, for me nuts are less expensive at WF but granola is less expensive at H). Trader Joes is the best for pre-packaged bulk. Can't beat their price on almonds.

The snack shack in my office is run by me to fundraise for my MS rides, so if you work with me, nevermind that bulk stuff and just keep bringing a few bucks with you to work each day.

I buy almonds in bulk for Sam's.

Also, I buy lots of dried fruits. Dried pineapple is soooo good. :D

If your looking for super cheap and someting to keep your mouth busy try sunflower seeds. They have lots of salt on them, but if your working out everyday you should be fine.

buy raw unsalted almonds, roast them at 350 for 15 minutes on a cookie sheet perhaps 2 almonds deep layer, stirring every 5 minutes, remove from the oven and let cool.

A good site for this kind of stuff is http://www.nutsonline.com

I order from there a lot and their service is great. I have no affiliation, just a happy customer.

just don't eat snacks. i've given up on "snacks." I call a bagel a snack, these days. Bring one of those with you. Toasted bagel + cream cheese, cut in half + warpped in saran wrap.

dirt cheap. lots of punch. doesn't go bad quickly (it'll keep for a day). tastes good. it's also small, so you can put it in your bag or briefcase or pants pocket; however you bring things to work.

in general riding a bike can cost more money in the end. first, the body needs more food for fuel. second, you may become stronger and healthier from leading an active lifestyle thus extending your lifespan thus requiring more cash to live. just saying. later.

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Sometimes you can get great deals at retailers like Big Lots and Building 19, or whatever is in your area. They'll get closeout deals on granola bars that were overstocked or nearing their expiration dates, and you can get them for like 50-60% off.

I'm not a snacker. I don't eat breakfast, lunch or snack, but have nice dinner and no snacks afterwards. Never been much of a snacker since a teenager. I can watch TV all night and don't crave a snack. Well, maybe a couple of beers.

I don't eat on rides unless they are over 60 miles, then I'll pack a couple of Cliff bars, maybe some fig newtons or granola bars. If it's a century I eat at least 250 calories worth of whatever plus one Gatorade or water per hour. Sometimes I have those smaller bags of salt and vinegar chips and munch on them, if I'm really hungry. Coke is a great energy drink. I find towards the last stretch of a century a can of coke really boosts your energy. I read somewhere that over 60% of the Tour de France teams use decarbonated coke for drinks that fit the need,

Seems to work for me.

A 90 cent can of beans makes a good meal. I sometimes bring a can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans) to work. I spice it with whatever and have a can opener. Beans are high in fiber and in protein and are cheap.

Instead of carrying stuff. Mid ride stop at a fruit stand and try a banana or apple. A juicy peach. Nothing better.

A 90 cent can of beans makes a good meal. I sometimes bring a can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans) to work. I spice it with whatever and have a can opener. Beans are high in fiber and in protein and are cheap.

Some might get gas from those tho.

Some might get gas from those tho.

I don't have a "reaction" to chickpeas, at least the canned ones that are precooked and easily digestible. Black beans yes unfortunately.

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Amazon.com subscriptions...

Shipped right to your door with 15% off the already lower than retail price. I have six boxes of SoyJoy sitting beside my desk currently.