Healthy Snacks

Make nourishing, heart-healthy snacks an important part of your day.

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Why Snacking Is Good for You

Hungry? Before you reach for your favorite not-so-nutritious comfort food, remember that choosing snacks wisely can be good for your heart, digestive system, and energy level. Check out our healthy snack ideas, recipes, and tips below. Your body will thank you!


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Oatmeal-Peanut Butter Trail Bars

These homemade trail bars are packed with protein and make the perfect energy-boosting snack.

Summer Fruit Salad with Lime and Mint

Berries and cantaloupe are livened up with lime and mint in this healthy dessert.

Double Cheese Pizza Bites

A finger food so fabulous you can’t eat just one.


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Daily Tip

“ Colds and flu (along with most common infections) are caused by viruses, so antibiotics -- designed to kill bacteria -- won't do a thing. ”

Bonus Tip

“ When kids are sniffling, it's smart to keep common areas clean, but don't work too hard. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease found that rhinoviruses (cold germs) can only survive a maximum of three hours on inanimate objects and human skin. ”


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