The best way to lose weight is often to establish a good diet and exercise routine, often using your waist compression bandage. Having a healthy diet and maximizing your weight loss regimen doesn't have to be about removing snacks from your diet entirely, or forcing yourself to run on empty. Instead, it can simply be a matter of choosing the snacks that are going to keep you satisfied for longer - without piling on the unwanted calories. Of course, sticking to a healthy snacking plan has its own pitfalls, and the number one threat to avoid in a healthy eating routine is boredom.

Fortunately, these quick and healthy snack ideas are simple, delicious, and capable of being prepared in less than fifteen minutes. What's more, if you're figuring out how to reduce belly fat, they're a lot more imaginative than some of the more common snack options you might have heard of before.

1.    DIY Kettle Corn

Who doesn't love popcorn as a quick and healthy snack - particularly if you already have a movie lined up to enjoy with friends or loved ones. Choosing DIY Kettle corn instead of the store-bought options can help you to avoid some of the harmful artificial chemicals that tend to go into processed foods.

Try adding a teaspoon of honey too! Not only will this taste delicious, but with the right honey, you could also achieve a number of great health benefits too, as honey is a natural source of antioxidants which reduce the risk of heart disease and some cancers.

2.    Sweet and Spicy Apples

Another great way to use cinnamon for healthy snacks is for sweet and spicy apples. All you need to do to make them is core a delicious apple and place the wedges in the microwave with a sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. The result should be a warm and delicious apple-pie like treat without the unnecessary calories added by the piles of pastry you would normally have to wade through to get to the fruity center.

Not only are these apples less than 90 calories in total, but they're also great for weight loss programs, as they offer plenty of fiber, and can be mixed with a couple of raisins to add vitamin C, and iron.

3.    Oatmeal, Walnut and Banana Cookies

Another quick, simple, and homely snack that will have you looking forward to a healthy treat, these delicious cookies are guilt-free and packed with ingredients intended to improve your nutrition levels. Not only are these cookies full of great fats, but they're also packed with heart-healthy whole grains and potassium.

To make your own oatmeal, walnut and banana cookies, you simply need to mash some medium ripe bananas into a bowl alongside a cup of uncooked oats and a healthy portion of crushed walnuts. Table-spoon sized scoops should be enough when laid out on a baking sheet. Don't forget to enjoy them while they're still warm!

4.    Cherry Tomatoes with Goats Cheese

Finally, something more savory for the individual who enjoys a quick and healthy snack, cherry tomatoes sliced in half and topped with some fresh goats cheese can be a light and easy way to cut back cravings and avoid indulging in diet-damaging foods during the day. They take moments to make, and can be altered to your taste with a collection of chopped herbs, and seasonings.

The best herbs to use are usually parsley, basil, or chives, but don't be afraid to experiment if you want to try some new tastes.