Food Review: Doctor Kracker's Seedlander Flatbreads


Updated 06/21/11 8:25 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Food Review: Doctor Kracker's Seedlander Flatbreads

Crackers always seems like a healthier alternative to chips and pretzels, but since many of them are made with nutrition-less enriched white flour and tons of sodium, they end up being just as bad. So when you're looking for crackers, you want to make sure they're made with whole-grain flour. I found these made by Doctor Kracker ($4.39). They're technically called "Flatbreads" because they're Read more

Buzz News Roundup, 7/2


Updated 07/06/08 8:10 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 4 comments

Buzz News Roundup, 7/2

According to Variety, Josh Hartnett will be starring in a London stage production of the movie Rain Man, taking on the role originally played by Tom Cruise. Rapper Young Jeezy will join the cast of Ice Cube's comedy Janky Promoters, Billboard writes. Michael Imperioli will join the cast of ABC's Life on Mars, Variety reports. Four more actors have joined the cast of the Night at the Museum Read more

Kashi TLC Crackers


Updated 03/18/09 11:00 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 13 comments

Kashi TLC Crackers

You know how much I am in love with Kashi. Their granola bars, their cereal, their oatmeal, their frozen entrées - all are made with whole grains and REAL food. When I buy one of their products, I don't have to wonder if it's good for me - I KNOW it is. I was excited to try their TLC Original 7-Grain Crackers. They have such a unique sweet and salty flavor - not at all bland. I love that Read more

Taste Test: Lance Cracker Creations


Updated 03/22/11 1:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Review of Lance Cracker Creations

As a schoolkid, I grew up eating the same thing for lunch every day — a whole wheat deli meat and cheese sandwich with a pear and baby carrots. Our Michelle Obama-approved pantry had nary a cracker, chip, cookie, or cake in sight. So it was a bit like finding lost treasure every time I managed to get my hands on a four-pack of Lance Captain's Wafers at school. When I recently discovered Lance Read more

9 Ways to Earn Extra Cash When Money Is Tight


Updated 05/24/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Earn More Money

I'm sure everyone can do with a little more cash in their wallets. Here are some great suggestions by Wise Bread for you to make extra money. Even though I'm self-employed full-time, I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to make more money. Earlier this year, I wrote a Wise Bread post on websites that can help you earn extra cash. More recently, I came across a blog post on Zaarly titled, Read more

3 Gluten-Free Make-Ahead Snacks to Satisfy Salty Cravings


Updated 05/18/12 5:52 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Gluten-Free Salty Snack Recipes

When you're craving something salty, crackers and pretzels are a popular choice, but they're not an option if you're avoiding gluten. You could buy pricey gluten-free alternatives, but they're not exactly the healthiest snacks. Here are three salty snacks you can prep ahead of time that are free of wheat, barley, oats, and rye. Gluten-Free Quinoa Pizza Bites Made with cooked quinoa, gooey Read more

Save Money, Help the Planet With These DIY Healthy Snacks


Updated 05/15/12 4:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Homemade Snacks to Save Money

Eating healthy isn't always cheap, but it's a must if you want to improve your overall health. If you choose to buy organic or exotic options like dried blueberries — $13 for a small bag! — snacks can quickly eat up your food budget. Find out how to nosh on healthy nibbles and still have money left in your wallet. Cheese sticks: Instead of buying individually wrapped cheese sticks, save Read more

A Reader Recipe: Veggie Pulp Crackers


Updated 03/08/12 2:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Vegetable Pulp Cracker Recipe

If you're a juicer, you'll want to read this veggie pulp cracker recipe from pure2raw, who posted it in our Healthy Recipe group. Do you enjoy freshly made juice, but never know what to do with the leftover pulp? We have an easy cracker recipe that only requires three ingredients. The pulp crackers can be made in the oven or dehydrator. Read on for the recipe. Read more

Avery Island, Part Deux: Boils, Bottles, Bloodies & Boudin


Updated 05/03/12 7:00 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Avery Island Food

If you're itching for a culinary adventure, there's no need to leave your home! Escape to Avery Island for a crawfish feast with Food Orleans. This was my lunch. I ate it all. Avery Island is a gorgeous place; it's surrounded by a long lace of bayous, has plenty of wildlife roaming around freely (deer, bears, raccoons, alligators), and houses the beautiful Jungle Gardens and Bird Sanctuary. Read more

Not So Fast! 3 Tips For Reading Food Labels


Updated 05/01/12 4:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips For Reading Nutrition Labels

Eating a healthy diet often means spending time reading food labels at the grocery store. The next time you hit the market, follow these important tips to ensure you're not missing something. Look at more than calories: When it comes to losing weight, you've probably grown accustomed to checking the calorie counts, but remember that this number isn't everything. Many healthy foods (like quinoa) Read more