Introduction Snacking often gets a bad reputation in the context of healthy eating, but for heart health, it is not snacking itself that is the problem — it is the type of snacks people typically choose. Highly processed, sodium-heavy, sugar-laden snacks can add a significant cardiovascular burden over the course of a day. The alternative … Read more
Snacking gets a bad reputation, but the problem is rarely snacking itself. The problem is what most people tend to reach for — chips, cookies, candy, and other highly processed foods that spike blood sugar, leave you hungry again within an hour, and contribute little nutritional value. The solution is not to eliminate snacking but … Read more
Introduction Snacking is one of the most common habits in modern eating culture, and it is also one of the most significant opportunities to either support or undermine the anti-inflammatory goals of your overall diet. Most commonly available snacks — chips, crackers, cookies, candy bars, and commercial granola bars — are loaded with refined carbohydrates, … Read more