9. PRETZELS Ah, pretzels. It’s the part of the trail mix or party mix that is almost always left out. The snack that no...
9. PRETZELS
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Ah, pretzels. It’s the part of the trail mix or party mix that is almost always left out. The snack that no kid really wants, but is considered healthy by almost everyone. The trouble is – it’s kind of a lie.
Pretzels are pretty much just fun-shaped salty crackers. They’re made with blood-sugar-spiking white flour, loaded with salt, and they’re comprised of empty calories. Reach for a snack that’s higher in protein and fiber to keep you full instead.