Snacks

Best and Worst Fast Food Muffins

EatingWell | Posted 06.01.2012

EatingWell

My assumption, in ordering a wholesome-looking, berry-studded muffin virtually every day, was that I was making a healthy choice. It turns out, however, that that's not necessarily the case.

The Anatomy Of A Healthy Snack

Dawn Jackson Blatner, RD, CSSD, LDN | Posted 05.29.2012

Dawn Jackson Blatner, RD, CSSD, LDN

Snacking is a very healthy habit; in my experience, people who lose weight and keep it off snack once or twice a day.

8 Summery Sweet Popsicles You Can Make at Home

The Stir | Posted 05.22.2012

The Stir

Cool, fruity, sticky, and sweet, popsicles convey the innocence of childhood on one hand, and all of the sexiness of hot summer nights on the other, depending on whose hands are holding which varieties.

What Would Be In Your Healthy Vending Machine?

The Huffington Post | Gina Ryder | Posted 05.10.2012

Craving a late afternoon snack? For many of us, satisfaction is found in the form of a vending machine. But what if instead of a bag of Cheetos, ou...

What to Eat to Beat an Afternoon Energy Slump

EatingWell | Posted 04.27.2012

EatingWell

As the afternoon rolls along (or drags on, depending on your take), the office candy bowl sees an uptick in traffic. But a new study shows that it's protein, not sugar, that you should reach for to beat an afternoon slump.

Preserve Spring: Pickle Ramps And Other Onions

Meathead | Posted 04.26.2012

Meathead

Ramps, like other onions, are an underground bulb with long, tall green grasslike stalks. Ramps are much smaller than leeks, more like scallions, but the leaves are flatter.

INFOGRAPHIC: The Anatomy Of A Healthy Snack

Posted 04.24.2012

Snacking may be at least partially to blame for expanding waistlines, but with hectic, jam-packed schedules, it's not always possible to sit down to a...

10 Must-Have Items For Your Desk

Forbes Woman | Posted 04.13.2012

For Joan Holloway, a "fifth of something" for your desk, preferably rye, was recommended as the desk drawer purchase of choice for bright-eyed Peggy O...

How To: Use Vending Machine Snacks in Home Cooking

Small Kitchen College | Posted 04.10.2012

Small Kitchen College

If you haven't had the time or inclination to pack an afternoon (after-school) snack, you'll likely find yourself in front of your dorm or office vending machine, gazing into that treat-filled tower and clutching your one dollar bill until you have finally decided how to spend it.

Can These Help You Lose Weight?

Jonathan Galland | Posted 04.09.2012

Jonathan Galland

One great hurdle is denying yourself the freedom to indulge in snacks whenever you want, especially those that taste great and are really bad for you. With protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals, almonds could be just the solution for keeping your appetite in check until mealtime.

UN Report Supports Taxes On Junk Food

Posted 03.13.2012

Most of the overlap between the food world and the United Nations' mandate is about life-threatening hunger. The UN steps in to facilitate the distrib...

Healthy Dorm Room Snacks for Men and Women

Uloop | Posted 05.09.2012

Uloop

Things like pizza and soda are high in sodium and sugar and don't contribute to a healthy diet. If you are starting to see the side effects of these snacks, try out some of these more health conscious choices.

The Pickle Guys

Marilinda Hodgdon | Posted 04.28.2012

Marilinda Hodgdon

If you like pickles you will really enjoy the fantastic assortment of hand made pickles from The Pickle Guys.

Finding Good Churros In Barcelona

Edward Schneider | Posted 04.15.2012

Edward Schneider

Next time you're in Barcelona, be sure to take a look at that amazing church and use that as a high-minded excuse to stop for a plate of churros and a cup of hot chocolate.

10 Super Bowl Classics

Food52 | Posted 04.04.2012

Food52

If you're going to be parked on the couch for several hours heavily invested (or not) in a sporting event, might as well have some great food to keep you company.

Super Football Food for Men and Boys

Marlo Thomas | Posted 04.04.2012

Marlo Thomas

Here are some recipes for game grub sure to please the football viewers, innocent bystanders or anyone else who -- like us -- may well be found in the kitchen relishing a good ole 'bowl of red.'

Super Bowl Recipe Roundup: Food And Drinks To Feed A Crowd

Kitchen Daily | Posted 02.03.2012

It's that time of year again -- Super Bowl Sunday is the day to pull out all the stops when it comes to indulging in your favorite salty snack foods. ...

10 Dips, Nibbles And Dishes For Game Day

Jennifer Segal | Posted 03.31.2012

Jennifer Segal

Can't say I love football, but I always love having family and friends over to hang out and watch the game. There's no pressure to make anything elaborate or fancy.

POLL: Are You Going To Watch The Super Bowl?

Posted 02.06.2012

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Amazing Appetizers For The Super Bowl

Posted 01.27.2012

The Super Bowl is coming up, so lots of you will be hosting parties and get togethers with family and friends - but that doesn’t have to mean chicke...

8 Healthy Office Snacks

Cooking Light | Posted 03.26.2012

Cooking Light

Before you dig in your drawer for spare change and head to the vending machine, plan ahead and stash low-calorie, nutritious snacks in a cabinet, drawer, or your briefcase.

10 Of The Craziest Flavored Chips

The Daily Meal | Posted 03.20.2012

The Daily Meal

When it comes to sheer diversity of chip flavors, you have to hand it to the folks at Pringles -- Curry, Mexican, Crispy Cheese, Ketchup, Wisconsin White Cheddar, Chili Cheese -- they go all out!

Six Steps to a Healthy 2012

Deborah Chud | Posted 03.18.2012

Deborah Chud

Everyone I know is recovering from December. Too much of too many good things left us with that morning-after feeling. New Year's resolutions followed, as did 24/7 ads for diets and gym memberships. Now what?

The Best Butter Crackers: Who Topped Ritz In Our Taste Test?

Kitchen Daily | Posted 12.21.2011

Crackers aren't the most exciting food in the world -- you'll rarely crave crackers the way you'd lust after a burger or chocolate. But they're absolu...

Surprising Snacks You Leave For Santa

Cooking Light | Posted 02.20.2012

Cooking Light

We polled our Facebook fans and they shared their traditions for what they leave out for Santa. From vodka to cookies, we've got Jolly St. Nick covered.