For many people, the hardest part of dieting is dealing with feelings of deprivation. And is it any wonder? In an effort to cut calories, most weight-loss plans restrict or eliminate your favorite foods—leaving you stuck with snacks that taste more like cardboard than the savory treats you once enjoyed. The good news is that there are a variety of foods that can help you lose weight without sacrificing flavor, texture, and variety.

Calorie-Cutting Foods

These healthy snacks are all under 100 calories, so you can enjoy them without packing on the pounds.

  • 1/2 English muffin with 1 teaspoon peanut butter. This easy-to-prepare, energy-boosting treat is a mere 95 calories.
  • 13 whole almonds. Rich in vitamin E, this snack helps to keep cholesterol in check and costs only 90 calories.
  • 4 Hershey's Kisses. Four of these classic candies contain 98 calories and will satisfy your chocolate cravings.
  • 1 small baked potato with 1 tablespoon fat-free sour cream. As long as you keep portions modest, this treat contains approximately 100 calories.
  • 1 Nabisco 100-calorie pack. Whether you choose Oreo, Ritz, or another favorite, these treats are great for on-the-go eating.
  • 1 hard-boiled egg. Packed with vitamins and minerals, one hard-boiled egg will cost you only 80 calories.
  • 1 can light beer. At only 96 calories, a 12-ounce Miller Lite is surprisingly diet-friendly.
  • 2 cups air-popped popcorn. Even if you add a tablespoon of butter, this treat contains only 95 calories.
  • 1 cup blueberries. At 80 calories a cup, you can indulge in these heart-healthy fruits without blowing your diet.
  • 3 ounces low-fat frozen yogurt. Your ice-cream days may be over, but you can enjoy frozen yogurt for only 80 to 90 calories.