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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Feb 23, 2022

    Healthy Late-Night Snacks for Your Next Movie Night

    Choosing healthy late-night snacks is possible — even on movie night! The key is to have those healthy snacks on hand and ready to go ahead of time, and to make sure they taste good enough to draw you away from the junk food. Not sure where to start? Read on for some of our favorite healthy late-night snacks for your next movie night!
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Feb 11, 2022

    Smorgasbord without going overboard: Healthy Party Snack Alternatives for Your Next Gathering

    Partying with family and friends can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, you want to let loose and have a good time. On the other, you don’t want to overindulge in snacks that might sabotage your health or your diet. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to indulge in a mouthwatering and healthy party snack? Here are four healthy party snack alternatives to stock up on before your next get together.
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Feb 11, 2022

    A Hiker's Paradise: High-Calorie Snacks in Small Packages

    Anyone who hits the trails on the regular knows that all good hiking snacks come in small packages. The right high-calorie snacks will help you get to the peak of the mountain without weighing you down. Whether you’re on a relaxing weekend hike or you need a stash of tasty and nutritious pick-me-ups for a multi-day circuit, read on to learn about our favorite high-calorie snacks for trekking.
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Feb 11, 2022

    What is a Pork Rind & Is It Good For You?

    If you didn’t grow up eating pork rinds, you may be wondering, “What is a pork rind, and is it worth indulging in?” Rising popularity of the keto and paleo diets have brought pork rinds out of relative obscurity and back into the spotlight. So, exactly what is a pork rind, and how is it made? Here’s what to know, as well as some healthier alternatives to this age-old treat.
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Feb 11, 2022

    6 High-Calorie Healthy Foods to Enjoy in Small Amounts

    On your journey to eating healthier, you’ll find that many so-called healthy food options — and even actual healthy foods — contain way more calories than you bargained for. High-calorie healthy foods may be better than their processed alternatives, but they can also trick you into thinking you’re eating healthier than you actually are. To help you avoid that calorie sticker shock, here are six high-calorie healthy foods you can still enjoy — but in small amounts.
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Jan 06, 2022

    Late-Night Snacks that Won't Haunt Your Dreams

    Sometimes the urge for late-night snacks is hard to resist. If you’ve eaten well all day but you’re still feeling hungry before bedtime, it’s best to round off the evening with a healthy and tasty snack. There’s no need to ignore the craving or feel scared of fulfilling your hunger. 

    Read on to discover our favorite late-night snacks!

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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Feb 08, 2022

    6 Healthy Treats That’ll Make Your Valentine Swoon

    Valentine’s Day is approaching, which means aisles will soon be lined with heart-shaped sweet treats and vibrant colors of red and pink. Part of the fun of Valentine’s Day is selecting something special for your partner or loved ones. However, as you peruse the stores, you might notice that healthy treats for Valentine’s Day are scarce. To help remedy this situation, here are three sweet and three savory healthy treats for Valentine’s Day that are sure to make your Valentine swoon.
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Jan 06, 2022

    Are Healthy Granola Bars Really Healthy?

    Supermarket shelves are filled with bright colors and packaging that screams, “I’m healthy!” But — are granola bars really as healthy as they’re cracked up to be? 

    Let’s look at what so-called “healthy” granola bars really are, what benefits they offer, what their downsides might be, and if there are alternatives that we should consider instead.

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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Jan 06, 2022

    Four Healthy Sweet Snacks To Curb Sugar Cravings

    All too often, the words “sweet” and “unhealthy” go hand-in-hand. We’re taught to cut sugar out of our diet if we want to eat healthy, and that having dessert is cheating. But — healthy sweet snacks do exist, and enjoying them doesn’t have to leave us with a guilty conscience. 

    Here are four ideas for healthy sweet snacks that will satisfy your sweet tooth without wreaking havoc on your waistband.

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