Are you a snacker? I honestly haven’t ever met a person who doesn’t enjoy a snack once or twice per day. I think we NEED a little snack here and there to ward off hunger and keep our energy going.
Both children AND adults enjoy a delicious snack.
I used to make sure to pack a healthy and delicious lunch for my kids back in the day (before high school). In fact, the school nurse (elementary school) called me once to compliment on providing my kids with such healthy lunches. She said that even her, a nurse, didn’t pack as healthy of a lunch as I did. I still remember that phone call to this day. It made me feel good knowing that I was providing my kids with a good lunch.
When I packed their lunch I always made sure to include the following – protein, carbohydrate, vegetable, fruit, snack and water (occasionally they would get fruit juice, but they actually opted for water). My kids also knew that they needed to eat their protein and carb FIRST, followed by their fruit and vegetables, then they can follow up with their snack.
Snacks included a couple of cookies, a snack size package of chips, freshly made popcorn or pretzel, to name a few.
I like snack size packages to help with portion control too. A lot of people, myself included, can easily over indulge on their favorite snacks if they portion sizes are not pre-made. That is one of my favorite reasons to enjoy a snack-pack product.
Back in the day there were only so many snack pack options that were made with “better for you” ingredients. These days more brands are conscious about what they put in their products, so you are finding more and more products that are non-GMO, gluten-free and made with cleaner, more natural ingredients.
Take for example Snyder’s-Lance variety packs. They are made with better-for-you, clean ingredients. They are available in different varieties – Premium, Non-GMO, Small Batch Kettle and Gluten-Free.
I love snack packs. They are so convenient. There is no need to weigh and measure how much is a serving. Each package is a single serving size with all the nutritional information clearly labeled.
I work outside of the home, as does my husband and our kids. We need convenient snacks to toss into our lunch bags, or to “grab-and-go” when we are on our way out the door.
Sometimes I have to race home to grab my son and get him to work. He usually takes his water bottle and a snack pack with him to enjoy when he’s on his break at work.
I work with Kindergartners. Sometimes I stay late and help out in the after school program. Our program serves the kids a health snack (fruits, veggies, pretzels, hummus, cereal…). When I am working a long day I need a little something to hold me over until dinner time too. I would NEVER eat cookies or candy around the children. I want them to see that I am making healthy snack options too. That is why I’ll grab a bag of pretzels like Snyder’s of Hanover Pretzel pieces to enjoy at work.
Snack packs are a must have for summer travels. We used to always have snacks and beverages in the car with us on long car rides. There is nothing worse than hungry kids on a long car ride. We also enjoy snacks at the beach, lakeside and even at a barbecue at a local park.
The new snack packs from Snyder’s-Lance – Premium, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO and Small Batch Kettle – feature five brands from the Snyder’s-Lance family of brands (Snyder’s of Hanover, Cape Cod, Kettle, Late July, Snack Factory). Each large snack pack package contains a yummy mix of crave-worthy flavors and family favorite’s, so that there is something to satisfy every taste bud.
You can find the new Snyder’s-Lance variety snack packs at most conventional grocery stores.
What do you think of the new snack packs?
What is you, or your child’s, favorite Snyder’s-Lance snack?
If you would like to learn more about Snyder’s-Lance products or brands, visit SnydersLance.com. The individual brands can also be found online, as well as on social media. You can also check out the hashtag #BetterSnacks on social media to see what others are saying.
Kimberly
*I have partnered with Snyder’s-Lance to bring you this information. I received free product samples as well as compensation. The opinions expressed are my own and not influenced in any way.
Jerry Marquardt says
I would really love to try the Snyder’s-Lance treats out. I appreciate the vivid review on this product line.
@meandthemush says
These Synders snack packs are perfect for grab and go snacks this summer!