Healthy Snacking Archives

Healthy Dessert Alternatives for the Holiday Season

Every year, we worry about packing on the pounds and eating too much unhealthy food during the holidays. And desserts and sweet treats are some of the biggest offenders. If you’re looking for some healthier alternatives this season, whether you’re feeding them to your family or indulging yourself, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s take a look at some great dessert alternatives for your next holiday party. Blackberry and Apple Cake This blackberry and apple cake recipe from The Chalkboard is a great choice for something different this holiday. It’s also extremely healthy! The cake is vegan and refined … Continue reading “Healthy Dessert Alternatives for the Holiday Season”

Do You Stress Eat? Here are Some Guilt-Free Snacks You Can Feel Good About!

Let’s face it — we’re living in stressful times. And sometimes, our reaction to that is to eat. Stress-eating is a problem for many individuals, but it doesn’t have to make you unhealthy or add pounds to your waistline. There are guilt-free snacks out there that you can feel good about eating! Here are a few examples: Healthy Granola Bars Granola bars and protein bars are convenient and easy snack options. Unfortunately, many are loaded with sugar and processed ingredients. Look for granola or protein bars that have no added sugars and are made with organic, all-natural ingredients. That way, … Continue reading “Do You Stress Eat? Here are Some Guilt-Free Snacks You Can Feel Good About!”

Choose a Business Venture That’ll Survive an Economic Downturn

Thanks to the outbreak of COVID-19 this year, the economy has taken a massive hit. Experts say we’re already in a recession, and it looks as though things will only get worse before they get better. There are certain types of businesses in certain fields, however, that seem to be immune to the economic downturn (pun intended). The healthy vending machine business is one of them. Let’s take a look at three reasons why your vending machine business venture will survive when the economy is in a slump. The Costs Are Low The costs associated with a vending machine … Continue reading “Choose a Business Venture That’ll Survive an Economic Downturn”

Health Food Trends: Is Romaine Lettuce Safe to Eat?

It seems that romaine lettuce is in the news quite frequently these days. Over the past few years, E. coli contamination has plagued the leafy green vegetable, even prompting the FDA to encourage all romaine lettuce in the United States to be thrown out in 2018. Why does this keep happening? And is romaine lettuce safe for you and your family? Read on to find out more about E. coli in romaine lettuce and whether or not you should be clearing out your vegetable drawer. The Source of the Contamination One problem with the romaine lettuce issue — … Continue reading “Health Food Trends: Is Romaine Lettuce Safe to Eat?”

Healthy Snacks You Can Actually Feed Your Kids

The holidays are one of the busiest times of the year. Between school functions, holiday parties, and family gatherings, you’ll be on-the-go more often than not and may have to feed your kids while doing so. Read on for some grab-and-go snack options that you can feel good about as a parent. String Cheese The great thing about string cheese is that it comes wrapped in the perfect portable package, making it ideal for those busy holiday times. You might be surprised to learn that string cheese is relatively healthy, too — it offers plenty of protein without a … Continue reading “Healthy Snacks You Can Actually Feed Your Kids”

Healthy Holiday Snack Alternatives

The holidays will be here before you know it. For many of us, one of the greatest things about this time of year is the food. Of course, most of the options aren’t very healthy, especially when it comes to snacks and treats. Candy bars, chocolate chip cookies, fudge… they’re all delicious, but what if there were healthier options out there? You’re in luck. Let’s take a look at some healthy holiday snack alternatives for you and your family to try this year: Cereal and Granola Bars Not every cereal or granola bar is a healthy choice, as … Continue reading “Healthy Holiday Snack Alternatives”

High-Tech Healthy Vending Machines Are the New Growth Business Opportunity

When you think of a vending machine, what kind of foods and beverages do you picture? Chips, cookies, candy, soda… junk foods like these are all that you used to be able to find when you visited your office’s vending corner for an afternoon snack. Today, there’s a new business opportunity in the world of vending machines: healthy vending. It’s a booming industry, and technology is only helping it grow. TECH MAKES IT EASY Healthy vending machines are high-tech as ever, thanks to advancements in both kiosk technology and vending machine tech itself. Many healthy vending machines operate via touch … Continue reading “High-Tech Healthy Vending Machines Are the New Growth Business Opportunity”

“Junk” Food That’s Good for You: Chips and Pretzels

Potato chips just might be the king of junk food. They’re easy to eat, they’re portable, and they’re delicious… but they aren’t very healthy. You’re in luck, though: there are healthier chip and pretzel options out there that you can feel good about eating. By knowing what to look for, you’ll be able to select a healthy chip or pretzel option that doesn’t feel like cheating. Look for the Right Claims Don’t be fooled by chip brands that have claims like “50% less fat” or “no cholesterol” on the packaging. These types of chips might have lower fat levels, but … Continue reading ““Junk” Food That’s Good for You: Chips and Pretzels”

Snacking Trend Watch: Are Chocolate Sales Dwindling?

Americans definitely love their chocolate. But chocolate and candy sales aren’t quite what they used to be. This is big news in the vending machine world since chocolate tends to make up a good portion of vending snacks. So why are chocolate sales dwindling, and what should vending machine operators do in response? Rising Cocoa Prices One of the biggest reasons that chocolate sales are dwindling nationwide is the rising price of cocoa. Cocoa and cocoa butter prices rose 30 percent just in the first few months of 2018. Thanks to issues like climate change and deforestation, the problem is … Continue reading “Snacking Trend Watch: Are Chocolate Sales Dwindling?”

Naturals2Go News, Quips, Ideas

Healthy Eating Series: What Does it Really Mean to Eat “Vegan?”

November 24, 2020

Can a Vending Business Be a Lifelong Career Option?

November 17, 2020

Healthy Dessert Alternatives for the Holiday Season

November 10, 2020

The 10 Best Locations For Vending Machines

November 27, 2019

Is a Healthy Vending Machine Business Right for Me?

October 2, 2019