All articles tagged with #snacks
The NYT Ask Well piece weighs the pros and cons of jerky as a healthy snack, noting its portability and high-protein appeal across many flavors and brands, while warning that sodium and additives vary by product and that not all jerky is equally healthy.
PepsiCo will cut the suggested US retail prices of snacks like Doritos, Lay's and Cheetos by nearly 15% this week in response to consumer pressure over higher living costs and the appetite-suppressing GLP-1 medications; packaging, ingredients and taste will stay the same, while retailers set shelf prices. The move, timed before the Super Bowl, aims to boost demand as the company focuses on multipacks, portion control and upcoming health-oriented products such as Doritos Protein, while pursuing productivity savings for 2026.
A curator’s pick of 16 Trader Joe’s snacks and sides ideal for a Super Bowl party, spanning crackers, chips, dips, flatbreads, and bite-sized treats—from Everything but the Bagel Crackers and Ketchup Chips to mandarin orange chicken and mac-and-cheese bites—with tips on dip pairings, stocking multiples for crowd sizes, and serving ideas to keep guests fed and satisfied.
The piece explains that a true high-protein snack delivers about 10–25 g of protein, with daily targets ranging roughly from 0.8 g/kg to 2.0 g/kg for active individuals. Snacks are useful after workouts and between meals to close the protein gap, stabilize energy, and support muscle recovery. It offers 10 dietitian-approved options (salmon jerky; hard-boiled eggs; Greek yogurt with protein powder and berries; cottage cheese with fruit; edamame; nuts and seeds; roasted chickpeas; apple with nut butter; protein shake; tuna with avocado on crackers) and emphasizes varying protein sources and pairing with fiber-rich foods for a balanced diet.
BuzzFeed rounds up 20 popular snacks that were discontinued, pulling from Reddit threads and comments to showcase reader nostalgia for items like Altoids Sours, Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars, Choco Tacos, pudding pops, purple ketchup, and more, and invites readers to share additional favorites.
Bon Appétit's Starter Kit curates editor-vetted wellness staples—from matcha and functional coffees to protein snacks, prebiotic/probiotic sodas, greens powders, and essential home appliances—to help readers stock a health-forward kitchen for 2026.
Costco has quietly increased the price of a popular snack item, reflecting broader inflationary pressures and economic challenges faced by consumers, despite the company's efforts to shield members from rising costs.
The article highlights the top 8 dry fruits—such as almonds, walnuts, dates, figs, raisins, pistachios, dried apricots, and fox nuts—that can boost immunity and provide essential nutrients during the cold winter months, making them ideal for maintaining health and energy in winter.
Gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab recommends six science-backed snacks, including watermelon with lime, walnuts with yogurt, avocado with salsa, blueberries with chia seeds, apples with cinnamon, and kiwi with honey yogurt, that may help reduce the risk of colon cancer by providing beneficial nutrients like lycopene, omega-3, probiotics, fiber, and polyphenols. These dietary suggestions are supported by recent research and aim to promote colon health and cancer prevention.
A top gastroenterologist shares six tasty snacks—such as dates with walnuts, sauerkraut, mixed nuts with dark chocolate, apples with honey, avocado, and Greek yogurt with berries—that can help boost liver health and combat fatty liver disease, emphasizing the importance of good nutrition and probiotics.
The article highlights 11 popular new items at Costco, including seasonal snacks, bakery treats, home decor, and health-conscious food options, showcasing the store's latest offerings for fall and holiday seasons.
Doritos is launching a new flavor called 'Golden Sriracha,' a complex, slightly sweet and tangy chip inspired by yellow Sriracha sauce, aiming to replicate the success of iconic flavors like Cool Ranch. Developed over two years, it features artificial flavors but no artificial colors, as part of PepsiCo's strategy to innovate within the snack industry and cater to diverse consumer preferences.
A dietitian shares her top 10 Costco finds to boost fiber intake while following the Mediterranean diet, including dried plums, frozen berries, riced cauliflower, avocado mash, kiwis, dried prunes, black-bean veggie burgers, high-fiber cereal, and chia seeds, emphasizing convenience, flavor, and health benefits.
A US gastroenterologist recommends six snack ideas—such as yogurt, nuts, apples, citrus fruits, watermelon, and tomato-based dips—that are backed by science to help reduce the risk of colon cancer by promoting gut health and reducing inflammation.
While high-protein snacks are popular and marketed heavily, not all are genuinely high in protein or healthy. It's important to evaluate the actual protein content and overall nutritional value, considering factors like added sugars and processing. A simple calculation can help determine the true protein contribution, and whole foods like Greek yogurt, nuts, and vegetables are often better sources of protein than processed snacks with misleading labels.