Sometimes our after 5 p.m. schedule is busier than the day. Whether you’re toting kids from baseball to ballet or you have meetings to make, here are some simple snacks you can take with you to prevent drive-thru disasters.

Pack these snacks in a small cooler for the car: Yogurt, cheese cubes, banana, apple and peanut butter, slices of seasonal fruit, celery and cream cheese or baby carrots and dip.

These handy snacks are good on the go or in your desk drawer for a quick pick-me-up: Dried fruit, nuts, trail mix, peanut butter, whole wheat crackers.

Published 07/31/09