Your Organic Snacks Aren’t Healthier Than Junk Food

Bella Breakdown As the world continues to become more health-conscious many food companies are turning their attention to more organic products. Now organic snacks are still a better option compared to non-organic, but nutrition experts say it’s still junk food. When it comes to organic snacks they may have less food coloring or genetically modified ingredients, but they can still include the same amount of sugar and not enough of protein and fiber. Making them identical to non-organic snacks. “Now that you see more and more junk food products with organic labels, it can create a health halo, which...

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How to Make Healthy Banana Split Nachos

Bella Breakdown Holley Grainger is a registered dietitian and mom from Birmingham, Alabama who’s creating healthy, delicious recipes for busy families. These Banana Split “Nachos” are an afternoon snack idea, and they’re packed with protein and fruit. Here’s How to Make Banana Split Nachos Slice a banana into “chips”. Drizzle the banana slices with peanut butter or almond butter, then sprinkle with chopped pecans, ground flax seed, fresh sliced cherries and shaved chocolate. Add a dollop of whipped cream and finish it with a little more shaved chocolate....

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The Perfect Spring Canapé: Smoked Salmon in Cucumber Cups

Bella Breakdown With the warming weather comes lighter coats, brighter colors and refreshing appetizers. Out with the heavy holiday foods and in with light and delicious spring snacks bursting with fresh flavor. That’s why we adore these smoked salmon spread cucumber cups, and don’t tell anyone, but they’re the easiest thing we’ve every made. All you need to whip up a batch for your next patio party is: 6 oz cream cheese, room temperature 4 oz smoked salmon, finely chopped 1 1/2 tsp chopped capers 1 1/2 tsp minced shallot 2 tsp minced green onion tops 1/4 tsp finely...

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Super Easy School Lunches

Bella Breakdown Oh the joys of parenting! Packing a lunch that  your kids will actually eat is a lot harder than it looks. For three fool proof lunches that can be put together in a matter of minutes, grab some sliced ham and turkey and get to it with these three easy options. TURKEY HUMMUS PINWHEELS As pretty as they are to eat, pinwheels are a fun, healthy option. Spread fiber-rich humus over a whole wheat flour tortilla then add a few slices of roast turkey and provolone cheese. Then layer with baby spinach and roasted red bell pepper...

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Crunchy Chickpea Snack Recipe

Bella Breakdown Fallen off your new years resolution diet wagon already? Here’s an easy, healthy snack to get you back on track. Start with a can of chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, which are packed full of protein and fiber. Just rinse them off in a colander and dry either with a salad spinner or some paper towels. The drier they are, the crunchier they become. Add two tablespoons of canola oil, and whatever spices tickle your fancy. For a simple classic just sprinkle on a pinch of salt. You could also go for a more savory flavor...

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