This post is sponsored by Metamucil. All opinions are my own.
Planning nourishing, fiber-rich meals and snacks matters every day, but it becomes essential when your schedule is full of work and travel and you’re eating on the go. On a particularly busy day this week I relied on my favorite portable snack: Metamucil Fiber Thins.
Fiber Thins come in three flavors—Chocolate, Cinnamon Spice, and Apple Crisp—and each serving (2 Thins) delivers 4 to 5 grams of fiber for about 100 calories. They contain natural psyllium, a soluble fiber that supports regular digestion, and help with satiety between meals. Since many Americans fall short of daily fiber recommendations—about 38 grams for men and 25 grams for women—keeping convenient, fiber-forward snacks on hand can make meeting those targets much more realistic.
Now, about that day
What looks like calm was actually the quiet before a very full day. Every summer I split time between Nantucket and my home base in Lexington, MA. When I’m on Nantucket I juggle blogging, podcasting, recipe testing, magazine writing, and teaching cooking classes for families at Nantucket Culinary. This Tuesday was my first class of the season. After teaching, I planned to catch the one-hour ferry to Hyannis, rent a car, and drive two hours home—so I needed simple, portable snacks and a refillable water bottle to keep energy and focus steady throughout the day.
My husband jokes about how much luggage I bring; the truth is I always reserve space for food—especially snacks that travel well.
The class went smoothly. I demonstrated how roasting radishes brings out natural sweetness, and we prepared a peach, avocado, and cabbage slaw, salmon tacos marinated with lime and cilantro, homemade guacamole, and an apple-and-berry crisp for dessert. After class I walked to the ferry terminal and enjoyed a scenic ride back to the mainland.
Even on hectic days you can plan ahead and eat well. I always carry a reusable water bottle to reduce single-use plastic and I pack nonperishable snacks like Metamucil Fiber Thins so I’m not tempted by less nutritious options. At home I often top Fiber Thins with almond butter and sliced strawberries for a sweet, fiber-rich bite, or layer sliced Cheddar cheese and apple for a savory-sweet pairing that satisfies until the next meal.
My summer calendar is busy: today I’m visiting family in Connecticut, and I’ll be back on Nantucket this weekend. My next cooking class at Nantucket Culinary is July 10th, and I’m already thinking about what to cook next. Whether you’re traveling or enjoying slow summer days, a little planning goes a long way toward keeping your digestive system healthy and your energy steady.
What about you—do you have travel plans this summer or are you taking it easy? I’d love to hear how you stay fueled and keep fiber in your routine when life gets busy.