snacks in Medical News

Breakfast Anyone? Lifestyle Foods Launches Two Energizing Snacks Containing Under 200 Calories

YORK, Pa., July 8 /PRNewswire/ -- When the alarm clock is screaming and exhaustion kicks in, there is often little room for making sophisticated breakfast decisions. Leading a healthy lifestyle can be a struggle when you're already running late for work and a donut or muffin is beckoning you on th...

Funky Monkey(TM) Snacks Finds Earth-Friendly Policies Take Dedication - But They Pay Off

Cashew Shell-Powered Manufacturing, Organically Produced Fruit Reflect Company's Commitment; Loyal Customers Appreciate Products They Can Feel Good About FISHERS, Ind., April 21 /PRNewswire/ -- When people think of snacks, the first word that comes to mind isn't usually "responsible". But Fun...

KIND Snacks Unaffected by Peanut Butter Recall

- All KIND Products Completely Safe, Include No Ingredients from PCA - NEW YORK, Feb. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Today KIND Snacks reconfirmed that it is not affected by the Peanut Corporation of America (PCA) recall, and PCA does not supply any peanut products used in any variety of KIND Fruit + Nut...

All Natural, Freeze-Dried Funky Monkey(TM) Snacks Are Delicious Way To Be Heart Healthy

Loaded with Fiber, Vitamins and Anti-Oxidants, 'The Fruit That Crunches!(R)' Celebrates American Heart Month as the Delicious, Wholesome Snack Alternative FISHERS, Ind., Feb. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- February is American Heart Month -- the time to draw attention to new and better ways to reduce the...

Americans Continue Eating Nutritious and Convenient Snacks Despite Tough Economic Times

YUBA CITY, Calif., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- It's no secret that the economic landscape is changing the way we think, shop and eat. But, are you willing to sacrifice your well-being and that of your family? If you're anything like other consumers in a recent nationwide study conducted by Tooteli...

Funky Monkey(TM) Snacks Offer All-Natural, Go-Anywhere Alternative For New Year's Dieters

FISHERS, Ind., Jan. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- As nearly every nutritionist and diet expert agrees, the key to losing weight is to consume fewer calories and increase one's daily intake of fruits and vegetables. All well and good. But how to fit more fruit and vegetables into a busy lifestyle? ...

Limiting School Snacks Boosts Fruit, Veggie Consumption

The increase, while modest, was significant, study finds FRIDAY, Dec. 19 (HealthDay News) -- Restricting the availability of unhealthy snacks in elementary schools led to a small increase in fruit and vegetable consumption among fifth-graders, a new study found. The roughly 3 percen...

Moms Find Fun, Healthy Snacks That Help Fight Childhood Obesity

FISHERS, Ind., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- A number of recent public research studies substantiate the rise in childhood obesity, the health risks in overweight children, and the questionable nutritional value of cereals and other foods kids consume. Yet one manufacturer -- Funky Monkey(TM) Snacks -- ...

Supercharged Superfruit Summer Snacks for Kids

New from Fruitaceuticals(R) CARVER, Mass., June 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Make this the summer you change your kids' snacks from super-sugar to super-fruit. It's easy, thanks to new Fruitaceuticals, the delicious new line of premium, all-natural, supercharged superfruit snacks. ...

Gum Chewing May Cut Craving for Snacks

Study suggests that sugarless brands can help control appetite and weight SUNDAY, April 19 (HealthDay News) -- You might be able to cut down on snacking by chewing more sugarless gum. During an experiment, people were offered a variety of snacks three hours after a standard lunch ...

Now, Fibre-enriched Tasty Snacks in the Making

A Kansas State University researcher is experimenting with ways to add fibre to the foods we love without changing what we like about our favourite snacks . Sajid Alavi is an assistant professor of grain science and industry at K-State's College of Agriculture. His expertise is in ...

Healthy snacks improve nutrition of kids

A new report suggests that, children can get up to almost one-half of their whole energy intake from snacks, and providing them with nutritious, low-fat snacks can have a significant impact on their health.// Dr. Debra K. Sullivan of the University of Kansas Medical Center felt that, they get ...

Canadian Children Prefer to Eat More Snacks

Canadian fifth-graders prefer larger portions of snacks and fast foods and smaller portions of vegetables than the recommended amounts, according to researchers at Dalhousie University in Canada. The researchers showed nearly 5,000 children a variety of portion sizes of french fries, meat, ...

Cereal Bars Slammed for More Sugar Than Sweet Snacks

Popular cereal bars have been found to have more sugar and fat than several sweet snacks, according to a new study.// While each of these f 20 well-known bars, mostly marketed to children, would be classified as "high in sugar" under the Food Standards Agency's traffic light labeling scheme, a...

Kids From Low-Income Groups Could Enhance Their Nutrition By Choosing Better After School Snacks

The latest study by the UC Davis researchers states that children from the lower income groups can increase their nutrition values by choosing better after school snacks. // The study by the UC Davis team, which is being published in the September issue of the American Journal of Public Health...

A Diet High In Fat Could Lead To An Over Indulgence In Snacks

Researchers say a high-fat diet may lead to over-consumption of tasty snacks according to a recent study done on rats. It is believed that regular eating habits could affect sensitivity to a hormone that tells us when to stop eating.// For the study researchers observed the effects of the ho...

Slide Into Debt Could Bring Wider Waistline

... and choose the food they eat often depends on the financial resources they have available," Munster said. "Energy-dense foods such as sweets or fatty snacks are often less expensive compared to food with lower energy density such as fruit or vegetables." More information Find out how to fight obesi...

Parents Concerned About Kids' After-School Snacking Habits

...ch.com ), 95% of parents agreed that after-school snacks provide their kids with a needed boost of energy f...eir list. The importance of wholesome after-school snacks was verified as almost half (49%) of parents admit...great source of protein and calcium, Farm Rich hot snacks like paninis, quesadillas, pizza slices, mozzarell...

Photos: Balance Nutrition and Taste, Reduce Food Waste!

...number of back-to-school lunch ideas, meal-planning tools and tips to reduce food waste at lunchtime. Some simple tips include: Plan meals and snacks a week in advance with your child's input. Recycle leftovers by turning baked chicken into a soft taco or chicken salad. Participate in th...

Smoothie King Expansion Signals International Trend Toward Healthy Living

...tores opened since January 2009. Serving up a variety of healthy function-based smoothies, Smoothie King offers cutting-edge nutritional products and snacks in more than 600 locations across the globe. About Smoothie King Franchises Inc. Smoothie King is a privately held, New Orleans-area-...

Smart for Life(TM) and THINADVENTURE(TM) Sponsor Brandon Flowers Youth Sports Camp

...n's healthy lifestyle program, it was just the perfect fit to share healthy snacks with the kids and educate them on nutrition. Everyone enjoyed stopping by o...on the effects of drinking soda rather than water, eating healthy meals and snacks throughout the day, and incorporating foods from the My Pyramid Healthy G...

Parents Urged to 'Make Change to Save Change' at Back-to-School Time

... to brush up on the A-B-Cs and 1-2-3s of meals and snacks that pack the most nutritional and economic value....d gum. Dairy is a better choice than empty-calorie snacks and drinks that also drain parents' wallets. ...the expensive snack aisles and focus on economical snacks that pay you back in nutrition, like yogurt and ch...

Eating Habits in the Obese May Echo Drug Addicts' Patterns

...ts it. When researchers gave similarly "sinful" snacks to obese and non-obese women, the healthy-weight w...n-obese women respond to high-energy, high-density snacks in different ways," said Jennifer Temple, lead aut...eir favorite snack to eat every day for two weeks. snacks tended to fall into one of two categories: high-fa...

Five Eating Patterns That Worsen Stress

...ng with a big stressor like the breakup of a relationship, don't stop eating, as this can increase your bingeing later on. Instead, eat small meals or snacks throughout the day to avoid rebound hunger. 4. Eating because your appetite is out of control. If you feel like overeating, first chec...

Video: Sodexo Takes on Childhood Obesity in School Cafeterias

...o will continue to offer a wide variety of healthy snacks and drinks including: baked chips ... total calories. The company will also only supply snacks that have no more than 35 percent of their calorie...rcent of calories from saturated fat. The approved snacks will contain no more than 35 percent sugar by weig...

Hit the Links for a Healthy Dose of Fun with Play Golf America

...provide an endorphin release, which leads to improved mental and emotional health. Fuel up for your game with a healthy diet. Bring nutritious snacks such as dried fruit or nuts to help keep you energized. Stay hydrated. For more information regarding Play Golf America programs in ...

Bear Naked Introduces All Natural Granola Bars

...e ingredients," said Ryan Therriault, senior manager, brand marketing and innovation. "Bear Naked is dedicated to providing great-tasting, nutritious snacks that compliment a naturally-inclined, modern lifestyle. These Grain- ol a bars are an innovative solution that strikes the perfect balance of exc...

New Report Finds Obesity Epidemic Increases, Mississippi Weighs in as Heaviest State

...inked to obesity for many individuals, also are increasing. Nineteen states now have nutritional standards for school lunches, breakfasts and snacks that are stricter than current USDA requirements. Five years ago, only four states had legislation requiring stricter standards. Twenty-seven ...

Eating Well On the Road

...tor of the North Carolina school's diet and fitness center, said in a news release. To eat better on the road, Politi suggests: Take healthy snacks with you. Stock a cooler with cheese, pre-cut vegetables, yogurt and other good foods to munch on while in transit. Pack a bag with individual portion...

Summer is Here! Top Five Tips for Making Your Child's Summer Eating Habits Healthier

...comes from sugar cane, sugar beets, honey, or corn. Pack simple snacks . Individual ready-to-eat servings such as low-fat yogurt or string cheese, and snacks that travel well in small, sealable bags like fruit, nuts, and vegetables w...

Tropicana Launches 'Get Your Fruit On!' Campaign to Help Narrow the Gap in the Nation's Fruit Consumption

...am.(5) The Summer Food Service Program provides free, nutritious meals and snacks at central sites, such as schools, community centers and camps, to help chi...untry. "The Summer Food Service Program provides nutritious meals and snacks during the summer break," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. "Partner...

With 15 Million Kids Expected to Go Hungry This Summer, Boys & Girls Clubs of America Partners With Morgan Stanley to Launch 'Million Meal Summer' Program

...a donation from the Morgan Stanley Foundation to BGCA, the "Million Meal Summer" program will dispense more than one million wholesome, free meals and snacks to children this summer who typically receive subsidized meals during the school year. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050921/CL...

Daisy Brand(R) Cottage Cheese Invites Americans to Freshen Up Your Fridge

...nerals, and have fewer preservatives and additives than most other foods. Fruits, vegetables and cottage cheese are three convenient and nutrient-rich snacks to keep on hand in your refrigerator for growing kids, teens and active adults. Focus on high-quality protein. High quality protein sources ...

Abbott Announces New EAS(R) Myoplex(R) Strength Formula Nutrition Shake and Debuts Bottle Packaging

...e Similac(R) brand of infant formulas; the Gain(R) brand of growing-up milks for older babies and toddlers; the PediaSure(R) brand of nutritionals and snacks for children; and the Ensure(R) brand of adult nutritionals. Additionally, Abbott Nutrition is a leader in medical foods clinically shown to addr...

Sleeplessness a Weighty Matter

...alia, said in a news release from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. To ward off weight gain, it's also a good idea to keep low-fat, low-sugar snacks on hand to reduce the temptation to eat high-fat, high-calorie comfort foods, and to maintain a regular exercise routine, Banks added. "Even though...

SCAN Health Plan Arizona Encourages Sun Smarts and Plenty of Water for Seniors This Summer

...ible stinger from skin is to gently scrape it off horizontally with a credit card or fingernail. Travel safely. Keep supplies such as water, snacks and a first-aid kit in the car at all times. Keep a list of your medications and physicians' names and phone numbers in your purse or wallet. Always w...

New Website with a Revolutionary Approach to Diabetes and Many Diabetes Resources Launched

... ideas on the website include simple dinner, breakfast and snack recipes that are easy to make and fun to prepare. There is also a complete section on snacks and yummy desserts that are as good as traditional foods. Noteworthy recipes on the website include baked salmon, low calorie recipes, special meals f...

Finding Fitness on the Dance Floor

... class or a run. Another caveat, she said, is to make sure you don't negate the benefits of all your two-stepping by having high-calorie drinks or snacks while you're out sashaying the night away. More information The AARP has more on dancing your way to good health . ...

Feeding Feelings: Survey Reveals Americans Are Turning to Junk Food When Stressed

....com to find many other healthy and delicious recipes to add variety to your diet. Stock your "stress areas" with healthy snacks Don't succumb to unhealthy cravings when the pressure starts to get to you. If the office is where you feel the most stress, then keep a ...

Three New ZonePerfect(R) Dark Chocolate Nutrition Bar Flavors Fuel Satisfying and Delicious Snacking

...e Similac(R) brand of infant formulas; the Gain(R) brand of growing-up milks for older babies and toddlers; the PediaSure(R) brand of nutritionals and snacks for children; and the Ensure(R) brand of adult nutritionals. Additionally, Abbott Nutrition is a leader in medical foods clinically shown to add...