Other research suggests that ghrelin, a hunger hormone, may have a role. Once ingested, fat- and sugar-filled foods seem to have a feedback effect that inhibits activity in the parts of the brain that produce and process stress and related emotions.
Hereâs a quick summary of the top 5 healthy office snacks (as voted on by 42 experts!): 1  Fruit (15 votes) 2  Nuts (12 votes) 3  Nut Butter, Veggies (tied at 7 votes)  Protein Bar (6 1  votes) Yogurt (5 votes)
Low-fat dairy products, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds are all good choices for quick snacks. Make your snacks out of whole, unprocessed foods likes fruits, vegetables, lean meats (skinless chicken breasts, for example), nuts, beans, eggs, and whole grains.