31. Posted by Shanna on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:27 pm PDT

I found the jelly beans at Wal-mart up by the cash registers with all the other single candy bars and gum...

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32. Posted by Christine M on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:28 pm PDT

Sorry guys these are NOT Healthy!! Just because the label says 100 calories does not mean the ingredients are feeding your body healthy things. Check out the ingrediends and do the research on the things you dont know what they are. That will give you a new slant on what the FDA will allow labeled as "healthy".

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33. Posted by Krystina E on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:28 pm PDT

All these snacks sound good but will only leave you wanting more. My suggestion is to stick with a 1/2 banana or a 1/2 cup of frozen fruit if you're craving ice cream.

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34. Posted by C C on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:29 pm PDT

i tottally luv tht!!! thx so much yahoo! i am gonna try out all of tht stufff!!

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35. Posted by Melissa S on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:30 pm PDT

I don't think we need to deprive ourselves completely of any kind of food, including "junk" food. The key to health is moderation and balance. That's what these snack packs are attempting to do for us, limit our portion size. We can do that without the additional cost of this packaging and throw in plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Carrots and celery with humus is a great snack too!

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36. Posted by Bill S on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:30 pm PDT

Low cal, but not healthy. Very processed stuff. Keep it simple - fruits, nuts, etc.

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37. Posted by Deeder on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:30 pm PDT

I have been eating many of these for a while in order to help myself lose weight and thank goodness for them! Most of them are great tasting and they have helped me quench my ever present sweet tooth! While I agree that they are not helathy, it is FAR better to eat a few of these NON healthy, but low calorie items, than gorge on their EVEN higher calorie larger alternatives.

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38. Posted by on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:31 pm PDT

100 calorie snacks i think are a great invention especially if you are on a reduced calorie diet. Of course carrots and celery are much better choices but come on who's really that much of a health nut all the time!!

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39. Posted by dedmony on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:31 pm PDT

hey how about a list of low carb snack items now theres something i could sink my teeth into...............

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40. Posted by utexumass on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:32 pm PDT

Sorry to tell everyone this, but most of the snacks in this list (like everything else in grocery stores with pretty packaging) has partially hydrogenated oils...the ingredient the company does not have to legally state as "Trans Fats" even though that's exactly what PHO's are! Legally, because there is less than 0.5g per serving (don't forget serving sizes), the FDA states that the label can read "0g Trans Fats." PHO/Trans Fats are what clog arteries, promote cholesterol and fat build-up, and screw-up basic metabolism. For quick 100 calorie snacks, try fruit, veggies, oatmeal....or get in the habit of reading the entire label.

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41. Posted by Mildred M on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:32 pm PDT

Don't forget about the Nabisco 100 calories Chip Ahoy and Oreo's

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42. Posted by londonbaldwin on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:34 pm PDT

I don't think I've ever seen such an unhealthy junk food lineup masquerading as something good for anyone. Shocking.

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43. Posted by J C on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:36 pm PDT

People need to learn to eat healthy. All of this food is TERRIBLE FOR YOU. How about some carrots or fruit for a snack?

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44. Posted by sfdriven on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:36 pm PDT

I agree. Show some restraint. Packing your fridge doesn't really say much about portion sizing. Just because they are "100 Calorie" doesn't mean you get to eat them everyday. Next time you drive through McDonalds don't order a big Mac, order 4 happy meals instead. Each one has less fat and carbs so you can enjoy each one guilt free. LOVE the apple comment!!!

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45. Posted by Lizard on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:36 pm PDT

100 Calorie Packs Nutter Butter Granola Bars are excellent, too!

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46. Posted by Ben on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:36 pm PDT

I disagree with all but one of those choices. The beef jerky bites are probably the least of all those evils. Seriously, all of those "healthy" snacks are packed with sugar to replace the fat. Since fat has 9 calories per gram and sugar has only 4, you could have twice the amount of sugar and still not have as many calories. Our bodies process refined sugar too well and it turns straight into energy or if in excess, fat. Like someone said above, wake up people.

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47. Posted by Mandy on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:37 pm PDT

Those are all good but the best is the Heshey's 100 calorie pretzel bar. It taste just like Flips, perfect for that chocolate cravings everyone gets.

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48. Posted by chertz81 on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:37 pm PDT

The only problem with the Hostess 100 Calorie snacks is that they contain HIGH FFRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP. This is a no-no if you want to lose weight. Our bodies cannot process this substance and thus it is stored as fat in our bodies. Look for low-cal snacks without this added ingredient. I've tried and its not easy!

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49. Posted by Kameto on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:37 pm PDT

need better options for people who are sugar, milk, gluten and wheat sensitive.

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50. Posted by thefamily007 on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:38 pm PDT

I MUCH prefer the Weight Watchers "1 Point" cakes to the Hostess ones. Although, the Hostess yellow cake variety with chocolate icing is pretty good.

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51. Posted by megan_baker on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:38 pm PDT

did HG mean dessert? If you want to be healthy, you should adjust your palate away from processed food filled with high-fructose corn syrup and trans fats. I agree with dsmusser. Try eating fruit or a handful of nuts.

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52. Posted by Mike Tausig on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:38 pm PDT

Good article. 100 calorie, pre-packaged snacks are a fantastic thing to build variety in to a daily eating plan. But folks...please remember...just because it's low-calorie doesn't mean it's healthy. Many of these have TONS of preservatives and artificial flavorings. While the calorie count aligns with your diet plan, the ingredients building these calories are working against that same diet plan. Just know, before you mow.

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53. Posted by . . on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:39 pm PDT

Not sure how 'secret' these snacks are since the majority say '100 calorie' in big letters on the package, plus they're not healthy (low-cal doesn't mean healthy). Nothing like re-wrapping an advertisement as news...

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54. Posted by kcindygirl on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:39 pm PDT

My fav 100 calorie snack is Pop Secret 100 calorie bags of microwave kettle corn. It's awesome--sweet and salty, plus very filling and satisfying!

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55. Posted by William M on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:40 pm PDT

Try a product called "Cereal Toppers" freeze dried fruit...unbelievable taste...Stawberries Bag about 90 calories. check it out...cerealtoppers.com

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56. Posted by a_g_wins on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:41 pm PDT

The Lorna Doone's and the Chex chocolate-caramel are really good. They may not be "healthy", but losing weight is still about burning more calories than you take in. These are a great way to take in less without feeling flavor deprived.

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57. Posted by Amber R on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:41 pm PDT

Try putting the Hostess cakes in the freezer...mmmmm

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58. Posted by skiingzs on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:42 pm PDT

High sodium, high sugars! I would not recommend any of them. Try something natural like grapes, apples or some nuts like almonds or walnuts (unsalted)

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59. Posted by vezilondiwe on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:44 pm PDT

ok, it´s a must that I eat these kind, since I´m a junk person. Thanks for good advice. Will try them!!

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60. Posted by Smiles on Tue, May 08, 2007, 12:44 pm PDT

wow....im hungry

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