Snack Girl Archives

The McDonald's Happy Meal Dilemma (And How to Solve It)

Okay, so your kid just did something amazing (like solve climate change) and you want to treat him to lunch. What does he ask for?....

A Great Tool For Getting Portion Sizes Under Control (Giveaway)

Back in December, I reviewed a fun plate that kids can use to help understand portions (see here: portion size plates. What about adults?....

What Happens When You Remove Fat And Sugar From Ice Cream

Does anyone else think the image of a skinny cow is a little strange? My kids thought the packaging was hilarious....

Looking For A Low Cal Burger? Give This Yummy, Simple, and Vegan Burger A Shot

I recently noticed that my favorite brew pub has a VEGGIE burger on its menu. Yes, we have shifted a bit when it comes to our burger consumption....

How To Never Get Sick (Secrets Shared)

Do you know where your box of tissues is? Time to make sure you are ready for the mucus onslaught.

Top Ten Chocolate Snacks

The season of the heart shaped box is here! Or, as I like to call it - "chocolate season"....

An Awesome Portion Control Trick For Homemade Cookies

So, you like to bake - but you have a problem. Yes, I know that problem well.....

Is This Starbucks Sandwich An Example of False Advertising?

Every day I get approached by food companies to review their products. Starbucks recently e-mailed me with their latest breakfast offering.

Return To An Old Favorite Snack (With A Twist)

Sometimes we need a little inspiration to make a healthy snack. We get into snack ruts because we are super busy....

When A Food Network Chef Gets Type 2 Diabetes

Paula Deen is a celebrity chef on the Food Network who makes mind-blowingly fatty food. I saw her deep fry a macaroni and cheese casserole with bacon in it.....

The Best Brand Of Crackers (Your Own)

Since this site is called "Snack Girl", I get a bunch of questions about crackers. Frankly, I am pretty lost in the cracker aisle myself...

Healthy Game Day Snacks (Upgrade Your Pizza, Dip, Wings, and Chips)

While watching the Super Bowl, Americans will consume 11.2 million pounds of potato chips according to the Calorie Control Council. Just think of what a pile of 11.2 million pounds of chips looks like....

How Unhealthy Is Lean Cuisine?

Lean Cuisine is a brand of frozen meals created by the Nestle corporation. How bad are they for you?....

Sunshine in Your Fridge: Grapefruit Made Less Sour

Do you know when citrus fruits are in season? The one bright spot of the winter growing season is that NOW is the best time for fresh oranges and grapefruits....

How Jason Lost 39 Pounds

The people who inspire you the most are usually your friends or family. You can relate to their challenges because you know them....

14 Healthy Ideas For The Microwave and Mini-Fridge Diet

Some of you probably get hives just looking at the photo above, yes, that is a college dorm. This dormitory is located at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst....

Fish Tacos With Cabbage Slaw: In Season And Yummy

Are you trying to eat seasonal foods? Put down those hard tomatoes and grab some cabbage....

Can You Guess The Food Product In the Photo?

What? As much fiber as a bowl of oatmeal and as much Vitamin C as a cup of blueberries?...

The Best Way To Microwave a Baked Potato And Saving The Planet One Baggie At A Time

Today, Snack Girl is going to feature bags. No, not Prada or Coach - but bags that will support your healthy eating goals and keep your credit card debt manageable....

Three Tips For An Insanely Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie

Snack Girl has been refining her chocolate chip cookie recipe. It is a tough job - but I am willing to make the sacrifice....