Healthy Snacks Guide Reviews, News, and Deals

Snikiddy Baked Cheese Puffs: Healthy Snacking for Kids and Adults!

admin — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:56:51 +0000

Snikiddy Baked Cheese Puffs is a brand of great tasting snacks made from simple, wholesome and real ingredients. They are a healthy snacking alternative for toddlers, kids. Adults will love them too!

The company's Grilled Cheese Puffs are especially delicious. If you like Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, you’ll love these baked corn puffs! They are made from delicious aged cheddar cheese and then toasted to a perfect crunch.

Hippie Chips: Peace, Love & Gluten Free

admin — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 00:13:29 +0000

Hippie chips is a healthy snack for the rocker in you! These Baked potato chips are made with hemp seed and have 50% less fat than regular potato chips. And they are only 90 calories per serving (serving size .74 oz) Who said eating healthy had to be boring?

Luna Protein Bars: First High-Protein Bar for Women

admin — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 10:12:45 +0000

Luna has done it again with these protein bars. LUNA Protein is the first high-protein bar for women that provides satiation with natural and organic ingredients.

These all-natural nougat-y bars come in Chocolate Peanut Butter, Cookie Dough, and Chocolate Cherry Almond. They taste really good (especially that choc-PB one!) and come in under 200 cals per bar.

Each has 180 - 190 calories, 6 - 9g fat, 105 - 230mg sodium, 19 - 21g carbs, 3g fiber, 13 - 15g sugars, and 12g protein (POINTS® value 3 - 4).

Pretzel Crisps: A Perfect Healthy Snack

admin — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:40:57 +0000

We're always looking for great portable snack ideas to help maintain or achieve a healthy lifestyle. And we love Pretzel Crisps!

Pretzels Crisps are a great alternative to potato chips and other snack foods. They contain 110 calories per serving and no fat (10-11 crisps) compared with 150 calories and 10 gram of fat (1 g saturated) per one ounce serving for potato chips.

And the taste? The new Tuscan Three Cheese and Cinnamon Toast Pretzel Crisps are to die for.

Cape Cod 40% Reduced Fat Potato Chips

admin — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:12:55 +0000

These delicious chips are hand cooked in kettles, then flash-baked to naturally reduce the fat content. The result is a potato chip with the same potato intensity as the Classic potato chips .

PER SERVING (1 oz., about 23 chips): 130 calories, 6g fat, 110mg sodium, 18g carbs, 1g fiber, <1g sugars, 2g protein

Blue Diamond Oven Roasted Almonds: 100 Calorie Pack

admin — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:47:58 +0000

Curb your hunger, satisfy your cravings, and keep your body energized! Blue Diamond Oven Roasted Almonds 100 Calorie Packs are the perfect pick me up when your either on-the-go or trying to resist that unhealthy snack urge.

Flavors include: Lightly Salted Low Sodium, Bold Wasabi & Soy Sauce, Sea Salt, Cinnamon Brown Sugar, and Dark Chocolate. Including the original Whole Natural version, each 100-cal bag in the line has 8 - 9g fat, 0 - 80mg sodium, 3 - 5g carbs, 2g fiber, 1 - 3g sugars, and 3 - 4g protein.

thinkThin Crunch: The Lower Sugar Nut Bar

admin — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 19:56:40 +0000

Looking for a sweet, nutty bar without loads of sugar? thinkThin Crunch bars have 70 percent less sugar than leading fruit-and-nut bars! And there's more: thinkThin crunch has 80 percent more protein than other fruit and whole nut bars, and is packed with 10 grams of protein!

Organic Fiber Bar: 50% of Your Daily Fiber in One Delicious Bar

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 21:42:18 +0000

According to Renew Life: "Until now, consumers would have to endure the bad taste and texture of drinkable fiber products such as psyllium fiber or consume large amounts of certain foods. Now with Organic Fiber Bars, consumers have a great-tasting, easier way to get the fiber they need every day. These nutritious bars are affordable and convenient, and make a great breakfast alternative or convenient high fiber snack."

Have you added these to your breakfast menu? Have they kept your hunger at bay? What do you think?

Think Thin Bars Review: Satisfy without the Guilt

admin — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:37:05 +0000

thinkThin bars are natural high protein bars draped in rich chocolate. They provide 20g of protein per bar (40% of your daily value of protein) and are Gluten Free. The bars also contain 0g of sugar so they are diabetic-friendly.

In looking at other protein bars, we think that Think Thin bars offer one of the highest protein(20g) to fat(7g) and sugar(0g) ratios of any protein bar we have seen. Importantly, for those with a sweet tooth who are trying to cut down on their sugar, these will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth without sugar.

Organic Goji Berries: A SuperFood Snack with Amazing Health Benefits

admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:44:36 +0000

Goji berries have been appreciated in Asian herbal medicine for several millenniums, but only recently have western cultures "discovered" the power of this superfood. A small and red berry, goji grows on a thorny perennial bush, and is indigenous to the Himalayan mountains. This special berry has a remarkable nutritional profile, and it is now among the most highly sought-after superfoods around the world.

Cassava Chips Review: A Healthy Alternative to Potato Chips

admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:31:29 +0000

Relatively unknown in North America, cassava grows much like the potato plant and is consumed by millions around the world. Cassava, also called yuca or manioc, is a woody shrub native to South America that is extensively cultivated as an annual crop in tropical and subtropical regions for its edible starchy tuberous root. Cassava starch is also the source of tapioca.

Fucoxanthin: How Is This Helpful?

admin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:10:27 +0000

Florence asks:

You recently featured the fucoPROTEIN bar that has Fucoxanthin. What exactly is Fucoxanthin and why may it be beneficial?

HSG Answers:

fucoProtein High Protein Thermogenic Bars

admin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:02:24 +0000

A high protein bar, that burns fat naturally? Yes, it's not a dream. The fucoProtein High Protein Thermogenic Bar, contains concentrated fucoxanthin, a natural non-stimulant thermogenic (i.e. fat burner) found in several types of marine vegetables (e.g. edible seaweed).

Organic Fruits of Life Whole Food Antioxidant Bar

admin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 16:26:58 +0000

Wow, we just tried these all natural bars today and they are sinful! It's our new breakfast bar given all the healthy benefits. Sweet and Chewy, with NO high fructose corn syrup, artificial sugars or ingredients, hydrogenated fats or soy protein isolates.

Each bar contains 6 Organic Fruits and provides antioxidant activity equal to 4 servings of fruits and vegetables. Each bar is only 250 Calories, and contains 240% of your daily value of Vitamin C! Plus they help with digestion for the day, as they include a special whole food blend that support healthy digestion.

Raisin Bran Vita Tops (24 Pack)

admin — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:59:16 +0000

Try these great new Raisin Bran VitaTops toasted! For those Weigh Watchers and use these as a low point breakfast or snack..

These VitaTops are made with real raisins, cinnamon & organic sugar. All natural, 100 calories, low fat, cholesterol free muffin tops with soy & oat bran and 15 vitamins & minerals.

Kashi Golean Protein & Fiber Bars, Chocolate Peanut

admin — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:31:21 +0000

If you're looking for a crunchy fiber bar, this is it! Unlike most fiber bars, these bars not chewy.

Kashi Golean Protein & Fiber Bars are designed for an Optimized Glycemic Response with slow release carbohydrates to balance blood sugar, and protein and fiber to help you stay satisfied.

The bars are fairly nutritious and are made of natural ingredients and whole grains, just like the cereal. Each bar contains 6g of fiber, and 9g of protein, which is a fair amount of protein for a fiber bar. Each bar is 180 calories.

Fiber Bars: Can They Help Me Lose Weight?

admin — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 12:22:00 +0000

Fran asks:

If I add Fiber Bars to my diet, will I lose weight?

HSG Answers:

Hi Fran,

There are several reasons why someone may want to add fiber bars to their diet. Losing weight is surely one of those and we think that fiber bars can definitely help with weight management.

Fiber is the part of plant-based foods that our bodies can't digest. It passes through our digestive tract without providing nutrition or calories, and yet it is very healthy for us.

FiberPlus Bars, Dark Chocolate Almond

admin — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 12:07:04 +0000

This fiber bar has it all: fiber, antioxidants, whole grains, almonds (Learn why Almonds are a healthy snack), and super good taste with dark chocolate! Plus, they are only 130 calories per bar, so they are perfect for those who are watching their weight.

The majority of people don't gett the fiber, whole grains, vitamins or minerals vital to a healthy diet. Eating Kellogg’s FiberPlus bars helps supply many of the things people are missing.

Popchips: How Are They Made?

admin — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 15:32:40 +0000

Pamela asks:

You've mentioned Popchips a few times on this site. I'm wondering how they are made if they're not baked or fried?

HSG Answers:

Hi Pamela,

Good question.

Popping is a way of cooking all-natural ingredients using heat, and pressure to burst the ingredients into the shape of a chip. Think of it like popping a popcorn kernel.

Almonds are a Healthy Snack

admin — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:59:19 +0000

Many people avoid certain nuts due to their high calories. But, did you know that research has shown that almonds are actually a cholesterol lowering, heart-healthy snack?

5 Tips for Healthier After School Snacks

admin — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:53:35 +0000

Vending machines at school aren't the only places that serve up junk food. After school snacks can also lead to an unhealthy lifestyle for many kids. Here are fives tips that can have a positive impact on children's diets:

1. Avoid serving desserts and chips.

2. Offer kids foods that taste good. For example, serve sliced fruits with a low-fat yogurt dip, or vegetables with a low-fat bean dip.

3. Model good eating behavior by enjoying healthy snacks with your child.

What Makes a Healthy Snack?

admin — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:45:57 +0000

Consumption of unhealthy snack food, i.e. junk food, is continually increasing and contributes to obesity, especially among children.

However, it is not always easy to identify which snacks are healthy and which are pure junk. Consumers need guidelines.

Luckily, James W. Anderson, MD, FACN, CNS and Katy Patterson, BS, two researchers, provided several definitions in an article they wrote for Journal of the American College of Nutrition, (Vol. 24, No. 3, 155-156 (2005)).

Definining Healthy Snacks

Soy Crisps, Sticky Bun

admin — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:11:31 +0000

All-natural soy crisps with sweet sticky-bun flavor. There is a generous amount in each bag.

The 1 ounce bags are a nice way to keep portions under control and so they are great for anyone who is watching calories or trying to lose weight.

Soft Baked, No-Oats Oatmeal Cookies

admin — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:56:43 +0000

Who doesn't love warm oatmeal cookies? Unfortunately, for many of us on a gluten free diet, oatmeal cookies are a no, no. That's why we were thrilled to find these Soft Baked, No-Oats Oatmeal Cookies.

No-oats “oatmeal” cookies are gluten free and free of the 8 most common allergens: wheat, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, soy, fish and shellfish. This product was manufactured in a dedicated gluten-free and nut-free bakery.

Kind Fruit and Nut Bars Review: Satifisying and Charitable

admin — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:48:07 +0000

These gluten free fruit and nut bars provide a very satisfying snack, that will keep you satisfied for hours. The snack bars are all-natural and made of whole, premium nuts. Moreover, did you know that when you enjoy Kind Fruit and Nut Bars 5% of the profits go to a charity foundation, i.e. OneVoice, a PeaceWorks foundation that fosters co-existence in the Middle East.

The best way to try these fruit and nut bars is to take a sampling of the 4 best selling bars: Nut Delight, Walnut and Date, Almond and Apricot and Fruits and Nuts in Yogurt.