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Peanut & Raisin Snack Domes

Snack Domes are a twist on energy balls I stumbled upon while using a tablespoon measure to scoop up the mixture to achieve equal size portions. (See the graphic below for this time saving trick). Snack time is often the time when people consume high fat foods with added salt or sugar because it is convenient

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A note on treats and snacks….

Treats vs Snacks? Let’s investigate… When it comes to snacks and treats, there should be a clear divide. SNACK : “a small amount of food eaten between meals” Snacks consist of healthy foods to sustain blood sugar levels, reduce hunger between meals and contribute to daily nutrition requirements. Snacks should not result in energy intakes

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Road Trip Energy Balls

I believe any journey longer than an hour constitutes a road trip and no road trip is complete without snacks! These energy balls are ideal little snacks to give drivers (and passengers) sustained energy between stops. They also make great hiking or picnic snacks, so save some for your destination! When consuming snacks for energy,

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