Snack consumption is currently most popular among kids ages 6 to 12, but declining among children 2 to 5, adult 18 to 34 and those over 55.
When someone consumes to many pretzels, energy bars, potato chips and cookies, he gets filled up and losses his taste for fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
According to nutrition experts there are some benefits to snacking when done correctly, By eating mini-meals several times a day the person can reduce urge to binge when mealtime rolls around.
Consumers should choose whole grain snacks loaded with complex carbs and fiber, such as low-fat, whole grain pretzels and crackers, for a quick burst of energy.
One of the secret low carb snack is to keep glycemic index level even and prevent spikes in blood sugar levels.
Eating healthy snacks helps to maintain weight instead of causing to stall weight loss or worse yet, pack on pounds.
When choosing something to snack, be sure to avoid foods that contain hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils.
Experts believed that the oils used to prolong the shelf-life of processed foods, are a contributor to degenerative diseases such as cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Snack for healthy lifestyle
