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As endurance athletes-we inhale caffeinated gels for energy pops (and swigs of Red Bull)-all fiber free. But for hiking, long car drives, and afternoon lags-the market for crunchy hits is there. Convenience stores-gas stations-and bike travelers -migh want to carry these new snack entries too. AMMO ENERGY BARS -takes breakfast/snack fav rolled oats, soy crunch, chocolate chips, coconut + raisins blessed granola and loads up on the caffeine (like around 1.5  cups  of coffee's worth 150mg ...plus 10 grams of protein!) Gluten free too. Chewy tasty texture and def hits the spo and isn't too sweet-190 calories-which is less calories than some of those loaded coffee drinks, fyi.  Spark Bites  are top 8 allergens free-gluten free and vegan... and certified non-GMO.  The coffee flavor has real deal Arabica beans plus flax, chia, oats, days and chickpeas For energy pops in a liquid format-the always innovative The Republic of ...

Heartbeat elevators -like outdoor bike rides- hitting the trails or barely moving indoors- watching basketball-hockey playoffs-US Open-binging Netflix...are all ideal set-ups for our snack nation-that does just THAT all day. Most Wanted: A sweet chewy indulgence -less the crash burn-and non-GMO  (meaning  among other things -no GMO modified stuff sprayed  with this )... TRY: No need to twist an arm to try these NEW flavors of treats that manage to be amazing tasting,  filling enough-and good for that grab and go lifestyle: Fruitons by Traina Foods check all the boxes. Portable, delicious-and available in  uncommon fruit options  like athlete must-sweet-tart-earthy  cherries , and an almost juicy tree ripe 'Summer Blend' of peaches, nectarines and plums---yes it all tastes as yummy as it sounds.  Better yet-the family farm sourced dried fruit is moist chewy-not leather=y-available in handy bite sized pieces. A...

  Athlete Essentials-snacks that are healthy, food illness free, in single serve convenient packaging...and most likely- TSA ok ...now that food items get the once over, over. WILD PLANET ...sustainable seafood - Skipjack or Albacore (not pictured), tasty tuna options-one of 70 kinds of tuna (!!!). The single serve 3oz pouches-average 1100mg EPA and DHA Omega 3, are kosher, gluten free, pole and line caught...and come in sea salt or no salt options. Bonus-solid meaty hunks-not packed with liquids like competitors.

It's Limited Edition seasoning season! Holiday Flavors of spicy cinnamon paired with that ultimate patch product-pumpkin ...adds flavorful aromatic hints to sweets, staples and life's liquid must, coffee . via GIPHY Tops Picks for Pumpkin Spice Spice Islands Gourmet Blends- Pumpkin Spice -aromatic fresh ground blend of comforting cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, mace+nutmeg...add to dough destined for desserts, sprinkle a pinch on seasonal gourd vegetables or baked fruity slices or fillings...add atop frothy cappuccino or tempting vanilla ice cream= insta  sweet celebration.  GoGo squeeZ - delicious sweet applesauce in fab portable, shelf stable BPA free pouch-adds tiny hints-of cinnamon-y spice with apple/pumpkin goodness-a guaranteed children pleaser-that's also non-GMO certified,   gluten, nut, and dairy FREE  FYI-perfect for leaf peepers-take these along on autumnal hikes, pumpkin patch picking jaunts, or weekend lazy long bike rides...imo-an ideal...

Part 2 via GIPHY withitworld.com/phizzogs Garden Of Life- Cleanest Performance Ingredients are in this family of products-rare and big deal to have the NSF and Informed-Choice.Org  independent certifications-guarantee no weird (banned ) stuff -all traceable-verified claims-in the mix-critical for athletes-pro AND amateur. PLUS GoL's MO-always USDA Organic and NON-GMO. Protein bars - in 4 flavors-Sea Salt Caramel, Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Fudge, Peanut Butter Chocolate-all Vegan,  Dairy -Soy Free-protein bars-deliver 20G plant (pea) protein + 9-10G fiber, 8G sugars-in a chewy textured bar-def have with a liquid like water-serves as a post workout -light meal replacement. BONUS POINTS: Certified B Corporation USDA Organic Honey-from well cared for bees-hits the sweet spot-in Wedderspoon family of New Zealand derived-highest quality, genuine raw, NON-GMO verified Manuka honey treats-including these soon to be launched- kid friendly lollipops for ...

PART 2 SNACK TRENDS develop with the times-just like every other consumer industry. Similar to products written up in Part One ... new takes on the classics-so-to-speak...single serve sizes..and Made in the USA -a few dominant themes. New Fun Flavors:    California Almonds®  reps growers of this "IT" superfood-disease bustin'.. .believe it. ..one ounce of almonds (23-a handful, a shot glass, or spread lovingly over a smartphone---good measuring as a 1/4 cupful) =6g protein, 4 g fiber, the good kind of fat-monounsaturated fats 9g, vitamin e, potassium, calcium, magnesium, riboflavin, niacin, phosphorous, and iron Graham crackers from Honey Maid- Nabisco come in these adorable Teddy Grahams shapes for awhile now (since 1988)...and the new launch flavor is Birthday Cake...cute cute cute...comes with sprinkles...and same NO high fructose corn syrup- 8 grams whole grams/30 gram serving $3.19/10oz box. We know people who dip Teddy Grahams in peanut bu...

PART 1 NYC We live in a SNACK nation ---whether it's because noshers feel mini- meals, several times a day are more healthy, are too lazy/don't like to and/or are too busy to cook (like every other urban dweller we know), need help with the portion control...and maybe just prefer the convenience of grab and go world of life... WHAT: An editor showcase with several exhibitors showing off the latest in snacks... SOME Highlights-Snack Trends: NON-GMO - Gluten Free : The number of snacks made from Non--GMO and/or gluten free ingredients is booming-and that's because consumers want it ...and we've noticed-it's not just the moms now who pick up a package and scan the labels ...for what's inside. Amidst the arguments in the USA over GMO labeling laws (like the one passed in Vermont)...imo-if a company makes a product with ingredients that are Non-GMO verified -but legally could be ...why wouldn't they put that on a product's label??? Duh. ...